Event Creation
Learn how to create and configure events in ABC Sales for your offline, in-person gatherings.
Creating a New Event
- Navigate to Events from the main menu
- Click Create New Event
- Fill in the required event details
Event Configuration
Basic Information
- Event Name: Choose a clear, descriptive name for your event
- Event Type: Select single-day or multi-day event
- Date & Time: Set the start and end times for your event
- Location: Specify the venue address and details
Event Settings
- Registration Limits: Set maximum attendee capacity (optional)
- Check-in Options: Configure how attendees will check in
- Tags: Automatically tag checked-in attendees with
attendee_[event_name]
Advanced Options
- Event Description: Add detailed information about your event
- Custom Fields: Capture additional information from attendees
- Notifications: Set up automated reminders for your team
Event Status Management
Events can have different statuses:
- Draft: Event is being configured and not yet published
- Active: Event is live and ready for invitations
- In Progress: Event is currently happening
- Completed: Event has ended and reporting is available
Best Practices
- Create events well in advance to allow time for invitation campaigns
- Test your check-in process before the actual event
- Use clear, branded event names for better attendee recognition
- Consider time zones when scheduling multi-location events
Next Steps
Once your event is created:
- Set up attendee invitations
- Configure QR code check-in
- Monitor your event through the dashboard