Welcome to the upgraded BuildingMinds platform! We've made things simpler for you.

Let's break down how to use the new homepage:

1. General user interface:

• The general layout consists of three main elements: the top filter bar, the left-hand navigation menu, and the information area in the center.

• The top filter bar helps you filter your portfolio to find specific buildings or datasets.

• The left-hand navigation menu provides access to the platform's main sections: Data management, Reports, and Tools. It also includes the user menu, located at the bottom left.

2. Overview:

• The main page provides an overview of your portfolio, including key metrics such as the number of buildings, sites, and countries.

• It also displays a breakdown of Building types (e.g., Residential, Office, Retail) to give you a quick understanding of your portfolio composition.

• It is also possible to further narrow down the data by selecting specific buildings from the list. When accessing details for a building, site, or rental unit, the top bar enters Detail mode.

3. Portfolio filters:

• The Filter portfolio button on the top bar opens a filter panel, allowing you to refine your portfolio view.

• Filter types include geography, custom structure, building type, ownership, building status, and gross floor area.

• It is also possible to further narrow down the data by selecting specific buildings from the list. When accessing details for a building, site, or rental unit, the top bar enters Detail mode.

4. Favorite filter sets:

• Save frequently used filter sets by clicking the star icon at the top.

• Refine results based on building type, ownership, and Gross floor area.

• Access your favorite filters from the Favorites panel using the icon in the top bar.

• Saved filter sets can be loaded from the favorites list, and filters can also be cleared easily when needed.

5. Left-hand navigation menu:

• The left-hand navigation menu provides quick access to the platform's main sections:

  • Data management: Manage your building and portfolio data, including updating details and tracking changes.

  • Reports: Access and generate various reports to gain insights into your portfolio's performance.

  • Tools: Utilize tools that help you analyze data, plan retrofits, and support asset management.

• The user menu at the bottom left allows you to access account settings, support options, and language preferences.
  

6. BuildingMinds chatbot: (Restricted to beta users)

• Search using keywords and phrases to get customized answers and access how-to guides.

Stay tuned for more..