Who this guide is for
System administrators responsible for communicating organisational updates to users.
Overview
This guide explains how to post and manage messages on the system noticeboard, which appears on all users' personal dashboards.
How the Noticeboard Works
The noticeboard is a central communication tool that:
- Displays important messages to all system users
- Appears on every user's dashboard
- Supports formatted text and links
- Can be updated at any time by administrators
How to Add a Noticeboard Message
- Access the Noticeboard Settings
- Navigate to Admin tools > Admin panel > Notifications > Noticeboard
- Create Your Message
- Click in the text box to begin typing
- Use the formatting toolbar to style your text (bold, italics, etc.)
- Include any relevant links or important information
- Save Your Message
- Click the Save button to publish your message
- The notice will immediately appear on all user dashboards
- Update or Remove Messages (Optional)
- Return to the Noticeboard settings
- Edit or delete existing text
- Click Save to apply changes
Additional Information
Key Features
- Global visibility: Messages appear to all system users
- Real-time updates: Changes appear immediately
- Rich text formatting: Supports styled content
Permissions & Prerequisites
- Requires System Admin role
Best Practices
- Keep messages concise and relevant
- Use formatting to highlight important information
- Include clear calls-to-action when needed
- Remove outdated messages promptly
Important Reminders
- Changes take effect immediately
- All users will see the noticeboard content
- Consider accessibility when using colours or formatting