Serwico introductory webinar – 17.01.2024

Under the link below you can find an archived recording of the webinar focused around Serwico, which took place on 17.01.2024, hosted by Paweł Dobosz.

 

It serves as an introduction to Serwico, and covers most of the application’s basic functionalities.

This video is a training session on how to use the Serwico system, a tool designed to manage service operations. Here’s a breakdown of the key points:

System Versions

  • Serwico is available in Solo and Business versions [00:00].
  • The Business version allows for multiple users, including internal service technicians and external subcontractors [00:08].
  • It also allows for integration with other systems, such as Google Calendar and Safestar [00:30].
  • The Solo version is for single users who act as administrators, technicians, and managers [01:10].

Account Creation and Login

  • Accounts can be created on the Serwico website [01:31].
  • There is a login option for existing accounts [01:40].
  • The direct link to the system is Apps.serwico.com [01:52].

Dashboard

  • The dashboard provides quick access to tools like orders, clients, objects, notifications, and recent orders [02:10].

Clients and Objects

  • The system starts with creating clients, as objects cannot exist without them [02:49].
  • Client information includes name, address, email, and phone number [03:31].
  • Addresses can be geolocated [03:51].
  • Contact persons can be added to clients [05:39].
  • Client lists can be exported and imported [06:00].
  • Objects are added to clients and can be marked as active or inactive [06:21].
  • Objects can have external identifiers, such as contract numbers [07:29].
  • Tags can be used to profile orders, such as required equipment or regional information [07:37].
  • Object addresses are crucial for technician navigation [09:06].
  • Contact persons can also be added to objects [09:29].

Equipment

  • Equipment can be added to objects, creating a hierarchical structure [10:00].
  • Systems can have elements, and elements can have sub-elements [11:00].
  • Equipment details include status, type, warranty, serial number, and description [11:29].
  • Descriptions can include login information and port numbers [12:14].
  • Attachments, such as photos and documentation, can be added to objects [13:29].
  • Order and maintenance tabs are available within objects [13:42].

Orders

  • The main workspace for administrators and managers [14:37].
  • Filters can be used to display specific orders [14:59].
  • Orders can have multiple visits [16:28].
  • Visits can be for inspections or service [18:14].
  • Orders are created by selecting a client, object, and the person reporting the issue [18:37].
  • Orders can be tagged with requirements, such as specific skills or equipment [19:07].
  • Order types and priorities can be set [19:48].
  • Attachments and related equipment can be added to orders [20:28].
  • Due dates can be specified for orders [20:58].
  • Technicians are assigned to visits, with the system suggesting the best match based on skills [21:29].
  • Technician availability can be checked in the work schedule [22:43].
  • Order status can be automatically updated when a visit is assigned [23:16].
  • Technicians receive notifications in the mobile app [23:48].
  • The map feature shows object locations and nearby orders [24:28].
  • This helps in assigning technicians to nearby jobs [25:58].
  • Work schedules show assigned visits in a calendar view [27:46].

Recurring Orders

  • Recurring orders can be set up for regular maintenance [27:57].
  • These can be scheduled at various intervals [28:27].
  • The system allows for flexible scheduling, such as on a specific day of the month or after a certain period from the last visit [28:47].
  • A lead time can be set for when the order appears in the system [29:14].
  • Rates and assigned technicians can be specified for recurring orders [30:23].

Subcontractors

  • The system supports integration with subcontractors [30:37].
  • Subcontractors can have their own Serwico accounts [30:48].
  • Orders can be assigned to subcontractors [31:06].
  • Subcontractors can accept or reject orders [32:09].

Mobile App

  • Technicians use a mobile app to manage their visits [33:18].
  • The app shows assigned orders and visit details [34:06].
  • Technicians can start and complete visits in the app [34:46].
  • They can add photos, notes, and change the status of a visit [35:13].
  • The app allows for generating and sending reports to clients [35:56].
  • Clients and technicians can sign off on the report in the app [36:56].
  • The app also provides access to the technician’s schedule and navigation to the object [37:55].

Web Interface

  • The web interface offers similar functionality to the mobile app [38:29].
  • Reports can be printed from the web interface [39:11].
  • Custom logos and notes can be added to reports [39:26].

Administration

  • The administration section allows for configuring various system settings [40:34].
  • This includes order types, priorities, equipment statuses, and report templates [40:50].
  • It also allows for managing technician skills and regional assignments [41:26].

Reports

  • The system offers various reporting options [41:49].
  • Reports can be generated for orders, visits, and technicians [41:57].
  • These reports can be filtered by various criteria [42:15].

Safestar Integration

  • Serwico can be integrated with Safestar, a security monitoring system [42:56].
  • Safestar objects are displayed in Serwico [43:07].
  • Orders for Safestar objects can be created in Serwico [43:35].
  • Operators in Safestar can also report service requests [43:54].
  • These requests are then visible in Serwico [44:57].
  • Priority requests can be flagged for immediate attention [45:26].
  • Operators can view the status of service requests in Safestar [46:05].
  • There are different modes for adding orders, including direct input, operator-generated, and priority-based [47:07].