Getting Started with Semantik ERP

Welcome to Semantik ERP! This guide will help you get started with the platform, understand the dashboard, and navigate through the different modules.

New to Semantik ERP? Start here to learn the basics before diving into specific modules.

Table of Contents

First Login

Step 1: Access the System

  1. Open your web browser
  2. Navigate to your company's Semantik ERP URL (e.g., https://yourcompany.semantikerp.com)
  3. Enter your credentials:
    • Email: Your registered email address
    • Password: Your assigned password

Step 2: Change Your Password (Recommended)

  1. Click on your profile icon (top-right corner)
  2. Select Profile Settings
  3. Navigate to Change Password
  4. Enter your current password and new password
  5. Click Update

Step 3: Complete Your Profile

  1. Go to Profile Settings
  2. Upload a profile photo
  3. Verify your contact information
  4. Set your preferred language and timezone

Dashboard Overview

Upon login, you'll see the main dashboard with modules based on your subscription and permissions.

Dashboard Widgets

Widget Description
Revenue Overview Monthly/yearly income summary
Invoice Summary Outstanding and paid invoices
Employee Count Total active employees
Project Status Active projects overview
Recent Activities Latest system activities
Quick Actions Shortcuts to common tasks

Module Cards

Each enabled module displays a summary card:

Main Menu Structure

├── Dashboard
├── Accounting (ACC)
│   ├── Invoices
│   ├── Bills
│   ├── Proposals
│   ├── Bank Accounts
│   ├── Transactions
│   ├── Chart of Accounts
│   └── Reports
├── HRM
│   ├── Employees
│   ├── Attendance
│   ├── Payroll
│   ├── Leave Management
│   ├── Recruitment
│   └── Performance
├── CRM
│   ├── Leads
│   ├── Deals
│   ├── Pipelines
│   ├── Contracts
│   └── Form Builder
├── Projects (PMS)
│   ├── Projects
│   ├── Tasks
│   ├── Timesheets
│   └── Bug Tracking
├── POS
│   ├── Point of Sale
│   ├── Purchases
│   └── Inventory
├── Settings
│   ├── Company Settings
│   ├── Users & Roles
│   └── System Configuration
└── Reports

Keyboard Shortcuts

Shortcut Action
Alt + D Go to Dashboard
Alt + N Create New (context-aware)
Alt + S Search
Ctrl + / Show all shortcuts

User Profile

Access via the profile icon in the top-right corner:

Profile Settings

  1. Personal Information
    • Name, Email, Phone
    • Profile Photo
    • Address
  2. Preferences
    • Language
    • Date Format
    • Time Format
    • Currency Display
  3. Security
    • Change Password
    • Two-Factor Authentication (if enabled)
    • Login History
  4. Notifications
    • Email Notifications
    • In-App Notifications
    • Notification Preferences

Quick Start by Role

For Company Administrators

Day 1 Checklist:

First Week:

For Accountants

Getting Started:

  1. Review the Chart of Accounts
  2. Set up bank accounts
  3. Configure invoice templates
  4. Create your first invoice
  5. Learn the reporting tools

For HR Managers

Getting Started:

  1. Set up departments and designations
  2. Add employee records
  3. Configure leave types and policies
  4. Set up payroll components
  5. Review attendance settings

For Sales Team (CRM)

Getting Started:

  1. Understand your sales pipeline
  2. Create lead stages
  3. Add your first lead
  4. Learn to convert leads to deals
  5. Set up follow-up reminders

For Project Managers

Getting Started:

  1. Create your first project
  2. Add team members
  3. Set up milestones
  4. Create and assign tasks
  5. Configure timesheet tracking

Getting Help

In-App Help

Support Channels

Common Issues

Issue Solution
Can't access a module Check with admin for permissions
Forgot password Use "Forgot Password" on login page
Data not showing Verify date filters and permissions
Export not working Check browser popup settings

Next Steps

Continue to the module-specific guides: