As we move into the second-last month of 2024, DotActiv remains committed to continually enhancing PowerBase to meet your evolving needs. In October, we refreshed four essential articles that highlight the features and functionality of the DotActiv software and added one article on our newest feature, Luna. These additions and updates are designed to provide valuable insights that maximize your experience with each tool, helping you unlock new levels of efficiency and value. With these improvements, you’ll be better equipped to fully leverage the power of DotActiv software in your business.
Our vision for the DotActiv PowerBase is to increase knowledge and skills and bridge any gap for software clients and others interested in using our software. If you want to know more about what we previously added or updated on the DotActiv PowerBase, you can browse those PowerBase summaries here. You can also read more about why we introduced the DotActiv PowerBase here.
New articles on the DotActiv PowerBase
Getting Started With DotActiv’s Planogram Refresh Automation (Luna)
Introducing Luna, the Planogram Refresh Automation feature, designed to streamline and simplify planogram updates. With Luna, users can set specific parameters that enable automatic adjustments based on predefined instructions, making planogram management more efficient and less time-consuming.
A very exciting new feature was created by our amazing IT team and there is no better way to release the feature than with a comprehensive article all on how this feature unlocks new possibilities for customizing and optimizing your planogram refreshes.
To make the most of Luna, explore our in-depth guide, Getting Started with DotActiv’s Planogram Refresh Automation (Luna), which highlights various ways to leverage this tool for a seamless, automated planogram update process.
Updated articles on the DotActiv PowerBase
Unable To Open The DotActiv Software
Encountering issues when opening the DotActiv software can be both time-consuming and frustrating. This article covers common opening issues and provides step-by-step guidance to help you resolve them efficiently.
We've updated the article with the latest SQL Service Authentication information, ensuring that the solutions are accurate and aligned with the current operating environment.
Avoid the hassle of troubleshooting on your own—simply follow the steps outlined in the linked article here for a smoother experience with DotActiv.
How To Set Segment Sizes For A Gondola
A segment, also known as a drop, represents a full vertical section of a gondola, spanning from top to bottom along one shelf length. The DotActiv software empowers you to customize these segments, whether you're setting up a new gondola or modifying an existing one.
We've added a new feature to enhance your gondola customization options by allowing you to add frames. This includes adjusting frame width, selecting colours, and positioning handles to suit your display needs.
Discover how to elevate your gondola configurations and expand your expertise by reading the article, How to Set Segment Sizes for a Gondola.
How To Analyse The Cluster Optimizer Results
Cluster optimization is a process used to group stores based on similar characteristics, such as size, location, or customer demographics, to create more targeted and efficient retail strategies. By using a tool like DotActiv’s Cluster Optimizer, you can analyze these groups or "clusters" to ensure they are well-balanced and representative of various market segments. Effective clustering enables retailers to tailor assortments, layouts, and marketing to meet the unique needs of each group, ultimately improving inventory management and customer satisfaction.
A new Cluster Composition Scatter graph has been developed and included in the article to ensure that each user has the ability to see where each store falls within their clusters. Simplifying the process of identifying stores that are seen as outliers and should fall into different clusters.
Study the article on How To Analyse The Cluster Optimiser Results to simplify your process of analysing your cluster compositions.
How To Prep Your CSV
Managing CSV files can be challenging, especially when ensuring an accurate data population across all required fields. This article offers a comprehensive guide to preparing your CSV files, covering essential steps to verify that every relevant column is correctly populated before importing data into your database.
To enhance accessibility, we've enriched the article with targeted tags, making it easier for users to find resources on everything from dataset preparation to working efficiently with CSVs.
Elevate your expertise in CSV preparation by exploring our article, How to Prep Your CSV, and discover practical guidelines to streamline your data import process.
Articles With Missing Images
The team is working tirelessly to update all the articles that are currently missing images and software GIFs. Please continue to comment on any PowerBase articles that need images added.
Conclusion
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