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How to Start Using ActualizeIt
Start Using ActualizeIt
Logging In
![ActualizeIt launcher file and add favorite host dialog](https://www.actualizeit.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/launcher-icon-add-favorite-host.png)
- To access ActualizeIt, you will need FileMaker Pro and a Launcher file or the IP of the server. You can add the host name or IP as a favorite.
- Click on the Launcher and log in using your username and password.
The ActualizeIt Process
![ActualizeIt Process: 1-Create Bid, 2-Award Bid, 3-Automatically Create Job, 4-Schedule Resources, and 5-Track Actuals](https://www.actualizeit.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/kb-process-diagram-1024x316.png)
1. Create Bid | Process starts by creating a new bid |
2. Award Bid | Award the bid to client/partner(s) |
3. Automatically Create Job | Job is automatically created when bid is awarded |
4. Schedule Resources | Schedule resources after job is created |
5. Track Actuals | Track actuals for Work Orders and Purchase Orders |
Dashboard and Main Navigation
![Screenshot of the ActualizeIt dashboard with callouts for the A. Main navigation, B. Resources portal, C. Timesheets portal, and D. Quick Links](https://actualizeit.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/kb-actualizeit-dashboard-1024x682.png)
A. Main Navigation | Use the main navigation to access data within the system. |
B. Resources | View scheduled resources for current day. |
C. Timesheets | Click here to access your timesheets. |
D. Quick Links | Use the Quick Links to view open bids, active jobs, and un-approved time. |