For March, PowerBase boasts four new articles and eight updated articles. Our vision with DotActiv PowerBase is to increase all users’ knowledge and skills and bridge any gap for software clients.
If you would like to read past articles on what we’ve added or updated on the DotActiv PowerBase, you can browse those PowerBase summaries here. You can also read about why we introduced the DotActiv PowerBase here.
New articles on the DotActiv PowerBase
One-Way vs. Two-Way Database Integration
You can split database integration into two main options - one-way and two-way. It is crucial to understand the differences and benefits of each. In this article, we compare the differences and benefits of each and unpack what you can expect from each integration.
The holy grail of integration is setting up a two-way integration with DotActiv. There are many benefits, and the closed circuit of the flow of information will undeniably improve any retail activity. Close the gap by contacting our Support team today to get started.
How To Cross-Merchandise Products
This article guides you in your decision to cross-merchandise products between categories.
Cross-merchandising is a merchandising principle that holds numerous benefits for retailers. In short, it creates visual awareness of a specific product or brand, points out a need to the consumer, and leads to better customer loyalty.
This article unpacks two different methods when cross-merchandising products in the DotActiv software.
What Is A Decompression Zone?
If you're new to Floor Planning, ‘Decompression Zone’ might sound like a foreign term. We have added an article that explains this term in detail and will guide you in creating the perfect decompression zone for any retail store.
We've also added a visual aid to show you what a decompression zone could look like on a DotActiv floor plan.
Read this article to investigate the term further.
Advanced Merchandising and Display Techniques
This article is an extract from the Advanced Merchandising and Display Technique course on the DotActiv Academy.
We’ve taken the core information from the course to outline how advanced merchandising and display techniques can create a positive shopping experience.
From an introduction to merchandising, different equipment used in merchandising, and numerous merchandising methods - this article will serve you well.
Updated articles on the DotActiv PowerBase
How To Run Brand Profiling In The DotActiv Software
As part of your Clustering and Assortment Planning exercise, you must profile all brands according to their relative price. This allows you to identify which clusters will accommodate certain brands in the best way possible.
We updated this article to include the two different ways you can go about brand profiling: manually or as part of the automated script that runs in the DotActiv software.
We always recommend using the DotActiv software to suggest any required outcomes. However, you can navigate both instances by reading this article.
How To Setup And Save Gondolas And Island Fridges As Fixtures
As part of the Floor Planning process, you would potentially want to add different fixtures to the floor plan. This article guides you in setting up and saving gondolas and island fridges for future use.
As a differentiation in terminology for Island Fridges, we added ‘Chest Freezer’ as a tag to make it easier to find the article.
Improve your floor planning skills by reading this article.
How To Configure Your Region Settings (Windows)
To experience the full potential of the DotActiv software, you must set up the Region Settings on your computer.
This article serves as a guide to doing so. We added the tag - ‘Laptop Setup’ to cater to the specific search term.
If you would like to optimize your software performance, read How To Configure Your Region Settings.
How To Update The Database
Updating your database after making changes to data or updating information is vital when working with the DotActiv software. This article explains how to do so.
As a new addition, we included the implications of not updating the database after changing or adding information to the article. In a nutshell, the repercussions of not updating the database will cause all new or updated information to be lost.
Updating the database as part of the process ensures that new and updated information saves to the database and links to a fixture or report.
We added the same information to How To Update Your Planograms and Database With New Ranges and How To Set Up, Update And Maintain Clusters.
How To Change Your DotActiv Licence Key
The purpose of this article is to unpack the steps of how to change your licence key within the DotActiv software.
As the predicament sometimes arises, we have added ‘Laptop Stolen’ and ‘Laptop Lost’ as tags. If this happens, we advise that you immediately log a task for the DotActiv Support team to prevent any potential security breach.
The Support team will also be able to assist in transferring your DotActiv license to a new device.
Calculated Formula Fields In The DotActiv Software
This article explains a few of the commonly formulated fields used in the DotActiv software as well as how we calculate each.
When working in the software, you will notice two similar fields: Actual Facings and Facings. This article now explains each and how they are different.
How To Set Up Your General Application Settings For DotActiv's Software
Setting up the General Application Settings will allow you to use the DotActiv software to its full potential. This article will guide you through the process.
A newly added section explains how to set up the FLP Format settings. By doing this, you can add new fields to your FLPs.
Give this article a read to improve your experience with the software.
How To Run The DotActiv Software On macOS
The purpose of this article is to explain how you can run the DotActiv software on the Apple macOS.
This article now also includes information on navigating between Windows and Mac so you can use the DotActiv software seamlessly.
Conclusion
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