Portal Documentation
Step-by-step guides for every module in the QuickSeries Connect portal.
- Alerts Use the Alerts module to notify app users about current or imminent incidents, emergencies and disasters. Administrators can create an alert for a defined duration and or a specific event, and can update users as the situation changes. Alert Examples: Emergency managers and employers can advise users of imminent danger (both man-made and natural) Employers […]
- Assessments Engage app users through the use of dynamic assessments and quizzes on any relevant topic. Users answer a series of multiple choice or true/false questions to receive a score, rating, result or tailored content. When the app user completes an assessment or quiz, their results are sent to the app administrator(s). Creating a New Assessment […]
- Checklists Use the Checklists module to create and organize useful checklists into categories. Build custom checklists for app users to track their progress while performing different tasks, procedures, preparedness steps, etc. Checked content is saved and can be viewed by users after the app is closed and relaunched. Checklist Ideas: Emergency preparedness checklists Job safety tasks […]
- eGuide Library / Bundles The eGuide Library module houses your personal collection of eGuides. App administrators can build the eGuide Library by choosing from QuickSeries titles or creating their own custom content, and they can control which eGuides are visible to app users at any time. eGuides are: Updated on all devices when published. Downloaded for offline viewing. Viewing […]
- FAQ The FAQ module allows app users to browse or search a selection of questions and answers on a topic of interest. Users can view answers as videos, images and text. Creating an FAQ Category Select FAQ from the menu on the left. Select CREATE in the top-right corner. In the New Category window, add the […]
- Form Elements Breakdown 1 Create a new section in your form. Select the SECTION COLLAPSE button in the right column to allow the user to condense or expand a section. 2 Add a line to separate sections. 3 Add a short text field box. Control the amount of characters allowed within each field by selecting the character limits […]
- Forms & Reporting The Forms & Reporting module allows app users to to complete and send forms to their app administrator. Administrators can create and preview as many forms as required within the portal. Form Ideas: Incident report Subscription form Contact request Feedback Creating a Form Select FORMS & REPORTING from the menu on the left. Click on […]
- Grid Navigation With our new Grid Navigation, you can add a sleek navigation grid of icons directly within your Text Module. This feature allows app admins to guide users seamlessly to preferred app sections through customized, eye-catching icons. As an app admin, you can add a navigation grid of icons to your Text Module. The icons can […]
- Make Your Plan The Make Your Plan module helps app users prepare for, respond to and recover from an emergency situation. Users can use the module to upload important documents, add emergency contacts, set emergency meeting places, share their safety status, get preparedness tips and information tailored to their location and unique needs, and much more. While each […]
- Maps The Maps module allows administrators to create and maintain important zones, routes and locations (e.g., hospitals, shelters) within their app. Users are provided with real-time information required to safely evacuate an area. To begin, select MAPS from the menu on the left. Creating a Zone Create a zone to define the perimeters of important areas […]
- Module Access Codes Module access codes allow app administrators to control user access to certain modules in the side menu through a unique code. Access codes can be configured to include as many modules as needed and to be used a certain number of times or by a certain date. Assigning Modules to Access Codes Before creating a […]
- News The News module allows you to deliver informative articles about any topic of interest through your app. You can write and publish your own articles or provide a selection of RSS feeds to existing articles on the web. Creating a News Article from Your Portal Select NEWS from the menu on the left. Select CREATE […]
- NWS / FEMA Alerts In addition to customizing and updating emergency alerts yourself (see the Alerts documentation for more information), you can also ensure users receive alerts for specific events straight from NWS and FEMA. Activating NWS / FEMA Alerts 1. In the main Alerts menu, select the alert for which you want to receive NWS and FEMA alerts, […]
- PDF Library This PDF Library module houses valuable PDFs on any relevant topic. Organize PDFs by category for quick and easy reference by app users. User can also download PDFs onto their devices for offline viewing. Creating a New PDF Category Select PDF LIBRARY from the menu on the left. Click CREATE in the top-right corner to […]
- Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions editor Both the Apple App Store and Google Play require apps to have a valid privacy policy. Not complying means that your app risks rejection when submitted. A privacy policy is a legal statement that clearly outlines what aspects of an app user’s data are collected, how that information is stored, and what is done with […]
- QuickSeries Connect Workspaces With Workspaces, only the main app needs app store approval, regardless of how many workspaces you create. Workspaces can be added and removed, without going through the app store approval process. You can create personalized workspaces for users in your app. This will let them see relevant content based on their location, department, or city. […]
- Resources Create a list of contacts (people or organizations) that app users can easily refer to for additional support and information. Creating a Resource Category Select RESOURCES from the menu on the left. Click CREATE in the top-right corner to create a new resource category. In the popup window, provide the category name and description in […]
- Security and User Settings Managing your app users’ roles, permissions, and security settings can be done from your QuickConnect Portal. From the portal home screen, click on Settings at the bottom of the page. First – let’s look at the General Settings where you can edit your organization’s details. Click on Edit at the top right to make any […]
- Side Menu Customization Portal administrators can tailor their app side menu to meet their unique needs. From grouping specific modules to adding web and phone links, you can personalize your side menu so that high-priority information is instantly accessible by users. 1. To begin, select SETTINGS from the bottom of the left-hand menu. 2. Within the Settings page, select APP […]
- User Management From inviting app users to disabling user access, app administrators can easily control who connects to their app and how they can do so. 1. Start by selecting SETTINGS from the bottom of the left-hand menu. 2. Within the Settings page, select the MOBILE APP USERS link. 3. Within the Mobile App Users page, select the […]
- User Onboarding When users access their app for the first time, they are prompted to set their preferences for a more customized app experience. Users can easily allow the app to send push notifications and/or track their location through the first few welcome screens. IMPORTANT! QuickSeries takes your privacy very seriously. Your location history is never stored, […]
- Video Library Share important videos with app users on relevant topics. Cut and paste in video links from YouTube or Vimeo to instantly populate this module, allowing users to watch content in-app. Videos can be categorized within the module for easy browsing. Note: Videos are not stored on users’ devices. Adding a Video Select VIDEO LIBRARY from […]
- Welcome Message The Welcome Message module allows you to deliver any introductory message to app users. Use this module to create an informative Welcome or About Us page, to outline your organization’s mission or vision, or to provide any important disclaimers users should know. The message on this page can be changed or edited at any time […]