Getting Started with Demo
Welcome to your BigLedger demo journey! This guide will help you get comfortable with the platform before exploring industry-specific workflows.
๐ 15-Minute Quick StartMaster BigLedger Basics
Essential orientation for first-time users
๐ฏ Before You Begin
Setting Up Your Demo Session
Pro Tip: Open two browser tabs side-by-side:
- Tab 1: This guide (keep it open for reference)
- Tab 2: Demo Environment (for hands-on practice)
Your Demo Credentials
| Role | Username | Password | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admin | demo-admin | Demo2025! | Full exploration |
| Accountant | demo-acc | Demo2025! | Financial workflows |
| Sales | demo-sales | Demo2025! | Sales processes |
๐ Part 1: First Login & Navigation
Step 1: Access the Demo Environment
1. Open Demo Site
- Navigate to: https://demo-v1.bigledger.com
- You’ll see the BigLedger login screen
2. Enter Credentials
- Username:
demo-admin - Password:
Demo2025! - Click “Sign In”
3. First Login Success
- Dashboard loads with sample data
- Notice the main menu on the left
- Top bar shows notifications and user profile
๐จ Part 2: Understanding the Dashboard
Dashboard Components
Customizing Your Dashboard
- Click “Customize Dashboard” (top right)
- Drag widgets to rearrange layout
- Add/remove widgets from the widget library
- Save layout for future sessions
๐ง Part 3: Basic Configuration
Step 2: Set Your Preferences
Navigate to: Settings > My Profile
Personal Information
- Update display name
- Set profile picture
- Configure contact info
Regional Settings
- Language: English
- Date format: MM/DD/YYYY
- Currency display: USD
- Number format: 1,234.56
Save Changes
- Click “Save Profile”
- Changes apply immediately
๐ก Part 4: Core Concepts
Understanding BigLedger Architecture
Essential Terminology
| Term | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tenant | Your company instance | demo-v1 |
| Module | Business functional area | Sales, Inventory |
| Applet | Reusable component | Tax Configuration |
| Document | Business transaction | Invoice, PO |
| Workflow | Automated process | Approval chain |
| Master Data | Core business data | Customers, Items |
๐ Part 5: Your First Transaction
Creating a Sample Sales Order
Getting to Sales Orders
- Click Sales in main menu
- Select Sales Orders
- You’ll see existing orders list
- Click New Sales Order button (top right)
๐ Part 6: Basic Reporting
Generating Your First Report
Navigate to Reports
- Click “Reports” in main menu
- Select “Sales Reports”
Choose Report Type
- Select “Sales Summary”
- Set date range: This Month
Configure Options
- Group by: Customer
- Include: All products
- Format: PDF
Generate & Export
- Click “Generate Report”
- Preview results
- Export as needed
๐ฏ Part 7: Practice Exercises
Essential Skills Checklist
Complete these exercises to build confidence:
Navigation Mastery
- Find customer list
- Locate inventory levels
- Access user settings
- Open help documentation
- Use quick search (Ctrl+K)
๐ฆ Part 8: Common Tasks Quick Reference
Frequently Used Features
Keyboard Shortcuts
| Action | Shortcut | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Quick Search | Ctrl + K | Search anything |
| Save | Ctrl + S | Save current form |
| New Record | Ctrl + N | Create new item |
| Refresh | F5 | Reload current page |
| Help | F1 | Open help docs |
๐ก Tips for Demo Success
Best Practices
Demo Success Tips:
- Start simple - Master basics before advanced features
- Use sample data - Don’t worry about making mistakes
- Explore freely - Click around and discover features
- Take notes - Document questions for sales team
- Try workflows - Complete end-to-end processes
Common Questions
Q: Can I break anything in the demo? A: No! The demo resets daily, so experiment freely.
Q: How do I undo changes? A: Most actions have an “undo” or “reverse” option. Check the action menu.
Q: Where can I find help? A: Click the (?) icon on any page or press F1 for contextual help.
๐ Next Steps
You’ve Completed the Basics!
Now you’re ready to explore:
- Learn standard business processes
- Master financial operations
Industry-Specific Demos
- Retail - POS and inventory
- Manufacturing - Production workflows
- Services - Project management
- F&B - Restaurant operations
Advanced Features
- Automation rules
- Custom workflows
- Integration options
๐ Quick Reference Card
Essential Information
Demo Access
- URL: https://demo-v1.bigledger.com
- Admin: demo-admin / Demo2025!
- Reset: Daily at midnight
โ Completion Checklist
Track your progress:
- Successfully logged into demo
- Navigated main menu sections
- Customized dashboard
- Set user preferences
- Created first transaction
- Generated a report
- Completed practice exercises
- Ready for industry demos
Congratulations! You’re now ready to explore BigLedger’s full capabilities through our industry-specific demo guides.