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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.

๐Ÿš€ 15-Minute Quick Start

Master BigLedger Basics

Essential orientation for first-time users

๐ŸŽฏ 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

RoleUsernamePasswordBest For
Admindemo-adminDemo2025!Full exploration
Accountantdemo-accDemo2025!Financial workflows
Salesdemo-salesDemo2025!Sales processes

๐Ÿ“š Part 1: First Login & Navigation

Step 1: Access the Demo Environment

1. Open Demo Site

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

๐ŸŽจ Part 2: Understanding the Dashboard

Dashboard Components

Customizing Your Dashboard

  1. Click “Customize Dashboard” (top right)
  2. Drag widgets to rearrange layout
  3. Add/remove widgets from the widget library
  4. Save layout for future sessions

๐Ÿ”ง Part 3: Basic Configuration

Step 2: Set Your Preferences

Navigate to: Settings > My Profile

  1. Personal Information

    • Update display name
    • Set profile picture
    • Configure contact info
  2. Regional Settings

    • Language: English
    • Date format: MM/DD/YYYY
    • Currency display: USD
    • Number format: 1,234.56
  3. Save Changes

    • Click “Save Profile”
    • Changes apply immediately

๐Ÿ’ก Part 4: Core Concepts

Understanding BigLedger Architecture

Key Concept: BigLedger uses a modular architecture where Applets are functional components that can be used across multiple Modules (business areas).

Essential Terminology

TermDefinitionExample
TenantYour company instancedemo-v1
ModuleBusiness functional areaSales, Inventory
AppletReusable componentTax Configuration
DocumentBusiness transactionInvoice, PO
WorkflowAutomated processApproval chain
Master DataCore business dataCustomers, Items

๐Ÿš€ Part 5: Your First Transaction

Creating a Sample Sales Order

Getting to Sales Orders

  1. Click Sales in main menu
  2. Select Sales Orders
  3. You’ll see existing orders list
  4. Click New Sales Order button (top right)

๐Ÿ“Š Part 6: Basic Reporting

Generating Your First Report

  1. Navigate to Reports

    • Click “Reports” in main menu
    • Select “Sales Reports”
  2. Choose Report Type

    • Select “Sales Summary”
    • Set date range: This Month
  3. Configure Options

    • Group by: Customer
    • Include: All products
    • Format: PDF
  4. Generate & Export

    • Click “Generate Report”
    • Preview results
    • Export as needed

๐ŸŽฏ 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)

๐Ÿšฆ Part 8: Common Tasks Quick Reference

Frequently Used Features

Keyboard Shortcuts

ActionShortcutDescription
Quick SearchCtrl + KSearch anything
SaveCtrl + SSave current form
New RecordCtrl + NCreate new item
RefreshF5Reload current page
HelpF1Open help docs

๐Ÿ’ก Tips for Demo Success

Best Practices

Demo Success Tips:

  1. Start simple - Master basics before advanced features
  2. Use sample data - Don’t worry about making mistakes
  3. Explore freely - Click around and discover features
  4. Take notes - Document questions for sales team
  5. 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.


๐ŸŽ“ Next Steps

You’ve Completed the Basics!

Now you’re ready to explore:

  1. Common Business Workflows

    • Learn standard business processes
    • Master financial operations
  2. Industry-Specific Demos

  3. Advanced Features

    • Automation rules
    • Custom workflows
    • Integration options

๐Ÿ“ Quick Reference Card

Essential Information

Demo Access

Remember: The demo environment is your playground. The more you explore, the better you’ll understand BigLedger’s capabilities. Don’t hesitate to try everything!

โœ… 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.