Dynamic Variables: Smart Text & Mentions

Overview​

Paramify allows you to add dynamic text and element references to any narrative. This provides many benefits, including:

• Flexibility
• Reusability across different certifications and systems
• Accuracy by leveraging a "write-once-use-everywhere" paradigm
• Discoverability of related information by linking elements together

Smart Text​

Initiate Smart Text with #. Currently, Paramify supports the following dynamic smart text tags:

• #THIS SYSTEM: The name of the program, e.g. Acme for Government. This value is defined by System Short Name or System Name in Program Settings. The short name takes precedence.
• #THIS ORGANIZATION: The name of the organization Acme, Inc.. This value is defined by Service Provider in Program Settings.
• #CERTIFICATION DETAIL: The certification detail, e.g. FedRAMP High. This value is set when choosing program security objectives.
• #PROGRAM TYPE: The type of the program, e.g. FedRAMP, StateRamp, DoD. This value is set when the program is created. The Program Type Override in Program Settings can be used to override this value.

When the narrative is used, the context of its usage will be used to populate the Smart Text.

Element Mentions​

Initiate Element Mentions with @. This will automatically link the element to its detail page. To mention an element, use the @ symbol followed by the element name. In the final rendered document, the @ symbol will be removed.

FAQ

Can I use Smart Text and Element Mentions in custom control responses?

Yes! Smart Text and Element Mentions can be used in custom control responses. Smart Text will be instantly evaluated in the current context of the program.

What happens if I change the name of an element being mentioned?

If I change the name of an element, all mentions of that element will be updated to reflect the new name.

What happens if I delete an element that is mentioned?

If you delete an element that is mentioned, the mention will be replaced with the plaintext name of the element.