Overview
Understanding your dashboard
Overview
The Dashboard is your personalized landing page in SimplyManage. It provides an at-a-glance view of key metrics and quick actions based on your role, helping you stay productive without navigating through multiple pages.
Role-Based Views
Your dashboard displays different information based on your role. Users see their personal metrics, while Admins see organization-wide data.
Accessing the Dashboard
The Dashboard is your default landing page when you log in. You can also access it anytime by clicking the Dashboard link in the sidebar or the SimplyManage logo.
Dashboard Types
- User Dashboard - Personal metrics and time tracking overview
- Admin Dashboard - Organization-wide statistics and team overview
Common Elements
All dashboards share these common elements:
- Allocation calendar - Visual calendar showing project allocations with hours per project
- Active timer widget - Shows currently running timer
- Quick actions - Start timer, access recent projects
- Time summary cards - Hours tracked for various periods
Quick Actions
The dashboard provides quick access to common tasks:
| Action | Description |
|---|---|
| Start Timer | Begin tracking time immediately |
| View Entries | See today's time entries |
| Recent Projects | Quick access to frequently used projects |
Real-Time Updates
The dashboard updates in real-time:
- Active timer shows elapsed time counting up
- Time summaries refresh as entries are added
- Team activity (for managers/admins) updates live