The first step when creating an alert policy is to add a new one.
To add a new alert policy
In the navigation pane, select the Alert Policies node.
On the File menu, click New Alert Policy.
A new alert policy with a generic name is created.
Select the new alert policy in the display pane.
In the details pane, enter a name of your choice in the Name property. Use a unique name that clearly identifies the policy. For example, if you plan on using the alert policy during the weekends, Weekend Policy might be a good name. The name cannot contain any of the following characters: \ / : * ? " < > |
Save your changes.
The new policy initially contains no templates and two special action lists named <global> and <default>, neither of which has any actions. After you add a new alert policy, the next step is to add and define its templates.
Tip: Instead of creating a new alert policy, you have the option of copying an existing one and editing its properties to fit the needs of the new one. Or you can copy individual action lists, actions, and templates from an existing alert policy and use them as is or alter them. Using an existing alert policy or its action lists, actions, and templates to create a new one could save you time by eliminating the need to enter similar data.