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academy:business_overview_guide

ASCENDER Business Overview

The ASCENDER Business System is a group of web-based applications that allow you to interact with the database using an Internet browser such as Firefox, Google Chrome, or Safari (Mac only). As the ASCENDER System evolves, the browser versions are updated.

Here are a few tips:

  • For adequate viewing, be sure to check your screen resolution settings. The recommended screen resolution setting is 1280×1024.
  • It is recommended that you clear your Internet browser’s cache each time a release is installed or updated.
  • Be sure to access the ASCENDER Browser Settings document for the most current system browser settings information. This document can be found in the online Help.
  • If you experience any issues or have questions, please contact your regional Education Service Center.

About Release Notes & Known Issues:

System Requirements and Browser Settings:

ASCENDER Software Terminology:

Upon initial log on to ASCENDER Enterprise, the End User License Agreement (EULA) for ASCENDER is displayed. Users must accept the agreement in order to proceed.

Login

  • Login Page:
  • Change Password:
  • Exit & Logout:
  • ASCENDER Homepage & Quick View Dashboard:
  • Applications:
  • Menu & Tabs:
  • Change File ID, Accounting Period, or Payroll Frequency.
  • Software Version:
  • County District:
  • System Alerts:
  • Online Help:
  • Homepage Timer:
  • Session Timers:

Retrieve & Maintain Data

From each page or tab, data can be retrieved, viewed, added, deleted, and modified using the following tools:

  • Auto features:
  • Add and delete rows:
  • Column sort:
  • Pagination:
  • Ellipsis icon:
  • Spyglass icon:
  • Save changes:

Reports

Numerous reports are available in ASCENDER. Most applications also offer a Create Report page allowing you to create customized reports.

  • Generate a Report:
  • User Created Report:
academy/business_overview_guide.txt · Last modified: 2023/08/16 16:50 by emoreno