eDirectory Version 13.7 introduces a major update to the site manager’s dashboard with a fresh, user-friendly design and new powerful features that enhance site management. The redesigned dashboard now provides a wealth of information at a glance, improving site oversight and decision-making. With key updates such as an overview section, detailed status tracking, transaction monitoring, and approval management, the new dashboard streamlines the workflow for sitemgrs.



What’s New in eDirectory 13.7’s Enhanced Dashboard?


1. Overview Section

The first component of the enhanced dashboard is the Overview, which gives site managers a snapshot of their directory’s performance. The overview includes the following metrics:

  • Total Subscribers: The total number of users who are subscribed to the site’s services.

  • Total Reviews: The cumulative number of reviews submitted by users on the platform.

  • Total Revenue: A quick glance at the revenue generated from the directory’s various offerings.

  • Total Members (Visitor Accounts): The number of registered members and visitors on the site.

This section offers a high-level snapshot, helping site managers get a quick sense of the site’s health and engagement.




2. Status View

The Status View section provides a detailed look at the statuses of every type of content on the website. This includes:

  • Listings

  • Events

  • Classifieds

  • Articles

  • Blog Posts

  • Banners

  • Custom Invoices

  • Subscription Status

Each category shows how many items fall into the following statuses:

  • Active

  • Pending

  • Suspended

  • Expired

  • Upcoming Expirations

For Custom Invoices, the dashboard will show:

  • Paid

  • Sent

  • Not Sent

For Subscriptions, it tracks:

  • Active

  • Pending

  • Suspended

  • Expired

  • Cancelled

  • Trialing

  • Upcoming Expiration

This section helps sitemgrs monitor the status of key content and services on the site to ensure everything is up to date and running smoothly.




3. Latest Transactions

The Latest Transactions field provides an overview of recent financial activity, listing:

  • Sponsor Name

  • Plan Selected

  • Amount

  • Payment Method

  • Date and Time

This allows site managers to easily track financial transactions, ensuring they have a clear record of payments and new subscriptions.



4. To Be Approved

This section helps site managers stay on top of claims and listings that require their approval. It shows:

  • Pending Claims

  • Listings that need approval before going live


Note: To use this feature, approval requirements must be set up in the site’s Settings > General Settings > Approval Requirements section. This allows for a more controlled approval process for content and claims submitted by users.



5. Activity Timeline

The Activity Timeline provides a log of all activity in the dashboard. Site managers can filter the timeline by different categories to see specific actions, including:

  • All Activity

  • Listings

  • Reviews

  • New Users

  • Claims

  • Transactions

  • Invoices

  • Newsletters (Displays sign-ups for newsletters)

This feature gives site managers a comprehensive history of activities, enabling them to track ongoing events, claims, and user engagement in one place.



6. Latest Leads

The Latest Leads section displays users who have contacted listing owners or used the contact form on the website to contact you. This is a vital component for tracking leads and fostering customer engagement.



7. Browse Main Areas

The Browse Main Areas section offers quick access to various areas of the website where site managers can easily manage and edit different aspects of the directory. Some key areas include:

  • Listings: View, manage, and update all listings

  • Listing Templates: Design and edit reusable listing templates

  • Categories: Organize items into structured categories

  • Deals: Manage promotions, discounts, and offers

  • Events: Create and manage events

  • Classifieds: Manage classified ads

  • Articles: Create and manage articles

  • Blog: Publish and manage blog posts

  • Banners: Create and manage banners

  • Page Editor: Build and customize site pages

  • SEO Center: Optimize the site for search engines

  • General Settings: Manage system settings

  • Products & Plans: Define membership levels and pricing

  • Build Your App: Customize mobile app settings

Site managers can also customize which sections appear in the Browse Main Areas, giving them the flexibility to display the tools most relevant to their workflow.




8. Latest eDirectory Posts

At the bottom of the dashboard, site managers will see the Latest eDirectory Posts, which offer updates on:

  • Upcoming Webinars

  • New Videos

  • Articles

  • Upcoming Releases

This section ensures site managers stay up to date with the latest product news, helpful resources, and updates from eDirectory.



9. Dashboard Customization

At the top of the dashboard, site managers have access to the Customize Dashboard dropdown. This feature allows you to toggle on or off the following sections:

  • Tutorial

  • Status

  • Latest Transactions

  • To Be Approved

  • Activity Timeline

  • Latest Leads

  • Browse the Main Areas

This customization tool ensures that you can tailor the dashboard to their specific needs, optimizing the layout for maximum efficiency.




Conclusion

The enhanced dashboard in eDirectory Version 13.7 offers a powerful and streamlined way for site managers to monitor and manage every aspect of their directory. With detailed reporting, real-time data, and customizable settings, the new dashboard helps site managers stay organized, save time, and make informed decisions. Whether you’re monitoring active listings, reviewing transactions, or tracking approval statuses, the new design and features give you full control over your directory’s performance.


Upgrade to eDirectory 13.7 and experience the future of directory management with the new enhanced dashboard. Fill out your upgrade form today: https://www.edirectory.com/upgrade-form.php