Dashboard
Organization overview and project statistics
Dashboard
The Dashboard provides a comprehensive overview of your organization's projects, participants, and carbon footprint statistics.
Dashboard Overview
When you log in to Greendex, the Dashboard is your landing page. It gives you a quick snapshot of your organization's activity and key metrics.
Dashboard Components
Organization Header
At the top of the dashboard:
- Organization name - Currently active organization
- Organization switcher - Change between organizations (if member of multiple)
- Current date - Today's date for reference
Statistics Cards
Key metrics displayed in card format:
Total Projects
- Number of active projects
- Quick link to projects list
- Visual indicator of project health
Total Participants
- Total participants across all projects
- Breakdown by project (if applicable)
- Growth trends
Carbon Footprint
- Total CO2 emissions tracked
- Average per participant
- Comparison to benchmarks
Recent Activity
- Latest project updates
- Recent participant submissions
- Upcoming project dates
Projects Overview
A summary of your projects:
Active Projects
- Currently running projects
- Progress indicators
- Quick action buttons
Upcoming Projects
- Projects starting soon
- Preparation status
- Participant registration status
Recently Completed
- Finished projects
- Final carbon footprint totals
- Archive links
Dashboard Features
Real-Time Updates
The dashboard updates automatically:
- New participant submissions
- Project status changes
- Team member updates
Customization
Planned features include:
- Rearrange dashboard widgets
- Choose which metrics to display
- Set default time ranges
- Custom report shortcuts
Quick Actions
Common tasks accessible from the dashboard:
- Create Project - Start a new project
- Invite Team - Add team members
- View Reports - Generate organization reports
- Settings - Configure organization
Understanding the Data
Project Statuses
| Status | Description | Action Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Active | Currently running | Monitor participation |
| Upcoming | Starting soon | Finalize preparations |
| Completed | Finished | Review and archive |
| Archived | Stored for reference | None |
Carbon Footprint Metrics
Total Emissions
- Sum of all participant travel emissions
- Measured in kilograms of CO2
- Updated as participants submit data
Per-Participant Average
- Total emissions ÷ number of participants
- Useful for benchmarking
- Helps identify high-impact travel
Transport Breakdown
- Emissions by transport type
- Plane, train, bus, car percentages
- Identifies improvement opportunities
Dashboard for Different Roles
Owner View
Owners see:
- All organization statistics
- Team management shortcuts
- Billing information (if applicable)
- Organization settings access
Employee View
Employees see:
- Project statistics
- Participant data
- Project management tools
- Team member list
Participant View
Participants see:
- Their assigned projects
- Their carbon footprint submissions
- Project details
- Limited organization info
Best Practices
Daily Use
- Check in morning - Review overnight activity
- Monitor active projects - Ensure participation is on track
- Follow up - Contact participants who haven't submitted
Weekly Review
- Analyze trends - Look for patterns in the data
- Compare projects - See which are performing well
- Plan ahead - Prepare for upcoming projects
Monthly Reporting
- Export data - Generate reports for stakeholders
- Review goals - Check against carbon reduction targets
- Adjust strategies - Based on what's working
Troubleshooting
Dashboard Not Loading
If the dashboard doesn't appear:
- Check your internet connection
- Verify you're logged into the correct organization
- Try refreshing the page
- Clear browser cache if persistent
Data Seems Outdated
If statistics don't match expectations:
- Data updates may be delayed slightly
- Check individual project pages for latest data
- Verify participants have submitted their data
Missing Projects
If projects don't appear:
- Check the Projects page for full list
- Verify project permissions
- Ensure you're in the correct organization
- Check if projects are archived
Related Topics
- Projects List - View all projects
- Create Project - Start a new project
- Participants - Manage participants
- Organization Settings - Configure your organization