The homepage is designed to be a central hub for company news, employee connections, and key information - all made accessible through customizable widgets. As an admin, you have the tools to manage and configure widgets for your team ensuring the homepage meets your organization’s unique needs.
Managing Widgets in the Admin Dashboard
As an admin, you have access to manage your team’s widgets through the admin dashboard.
From the Admin Dashboard you can:
Add New Widgets. From the “Homepage” page in your admin dashboard, go to the “Widgets” tab and select “Create a Widget” to get started. Each widget type will have unique settings and options once you begin the configuration.
Setup Widget Layout. On the “Homepage” page in your admin dashboard, go to the “Layout” tab. From there you can add, rearrange, and delete widgets based on your organization’s needs. If you are unsure of how the homepage will look, you can preview your homepage here.
Duplicate/Edit/Delete Widgets. On the “Widgets” tab from your “Homepage” page in the admin dashboard, you can select the three dot-menu to duplicate or delete your widget. If you just want to make changes, you can select the whole row and you will be directed to the widget’s configuration page.
Widget Types
When creating a widget, you'll see a list of widget types to choose from. Each widget type provides different functionality on the homepage, and can be configured to meet your organization's specific needs.
Click here to learn more about current and future widget types.
Encouraging Homepage Use
The effectiveness of certain widgets, depends on having up-to-date information in employee profiles. To make the homepage experience more meaningful for everyone, encourage employees to update their profile regularly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How often should I update the homepage widgets?
A: We recommend reviewing and updating widgets periodically, especially for announcements. This ensures content remains relevant and useful for your team.
Q: Can I restrict certain widgets to specific groups or departments?
A: At this time, all enabled widgets are visible to all end users. However, we’re considering options for department-specific widgets in future updates.
Q: Can I give feedback on the homepage or suggest new widgets?
A: Yes! We’re continuously working to improve and expand the homepage experience so keep an eye out for new widgets and features as they become available. You can share your feedback {here} or email the Product Team at product@justsift.com.
Additional Support
If you need help managing widgets or have questions about setting up the new homepage, please reach out to our client success team. They can assist with any specific needs, answer your questions, and help troubleshoot any issues you encounter in the Admin Dashboard.