The Info Tab is the first step in setting up a new ClientPoint. This section collects essential details to configure and categorize your ClientPoint efficiently. Follow the steps below for a smooth setup process:
Steps to Create a New ClientPoint
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Start a New ClientPoint
- Click + New or New ClientPoint from your dashboard.
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Fill Out the Info Tab
Provide the following details:
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- Client Name: Enter the name of the client or organization.
- Revenue: Input the estimated profit or revenue that the ClientPoint is expected to generate.
- Assigned To: Defaults to the user who is logged in. You can reassign it to another team member if needed.
- Category: Select between New or Renewal, helping to sort and manage ClientPoints by type.
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Status: Choose from the following options:
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Pending:
- Represents new ClientPoints that are in progress or awaiting action. This is the default status for all newly created ClientPoints.
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Lost:
- Used to mark ClientPoints that did not result in a successful outcome, such as deals that fell through or proposals not accepted.
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Won:
- Indicates ClientPoints that have been successfully signed or approved by the client, signaling a positive result.
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Trash:
- Denotes ClientPoints that are irrelevant or no longer needed. These may include canceled, duplicate, or erroneous entries.
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Archive:
- Likely used for storing completed or older ClientPoints that are no longer active but still need to be retained for reference or compliance purposes.
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eBrochure:
- Refers to digital brochures that can be included within ClientPoints to share information about products, services, or proposals in an interactive and visually appealing format.
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My Templates:
- A personal library where users can save and access frequently used templates for creating ClientPoints efficiently.
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Templates:
- A broader repository that may include company-wide or shared templates for standardizing ClientPoints. These templates can streamline the creation of proposals, quotes, or other documents by predefining content and structure.
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- Division: Assign the department or team within your company.
- Recipient: Add a new recipient or select an existing one from the database.
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Save and Continue
Click Save and Continue to proceed to additional configurations.
Recipient Viewer Options
These options define how recipients interact with the ClientPoint:
- Notes: Add personalized notes for the recipient.
- Prompt for Email: Enable this option to require recipients to provide an email before accessing the ClientPoint.
- Download and Print: Allow or restrict recipients from downloading or printing the ClientPoint.
Advanced Features
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Restrict Viewer Access by Email Domain:
- Specify email domains that can view the ClientPoint.
- Example: Only users with emails from "@companydomain.com" can access.
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Testing Mode:
- Activate to test draft files or unpublished templates.
- Important: ClientPoints in Testing Mode cannot be sent or shared externally. Use this mode only for internal review.
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Recipient Upload: Enable recipients to upload files directly to the ClientPoint.
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Password Protection: Add an extra layer of security by requiring a password to access the ClientPoint.
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Language Settings: Change the language for recipient viewers to match their preferences.
Best Practices
- Regularly update the Status of your ClientPoints to reflect their progress.
- Use Categories and Divisions effectively to organize and manage ClientPoints across your organization.
- Leverage Advanced Features to tailor ClientPoints for secure and efficient sharing.
For additional support, contact support@clientpoint.net.