> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://help.kibu.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Initial Documentation Setup

> Set up your organization and begin your Kibu Journey.

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This guide will help you configure Kibu's documentation system for your organization once you have created your account. Proper setup ensures your staff can efficiently record services, maintain compliance, and manage member documentation effectively.

To get started head to settings.

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## Documentation Platform Setup

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create Organization Group">
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    <Steps>
      <Step title="Click Settings" />

      <Step title="Create Group" />

      <Step title="Name your group">
        It is important the name of your group accurately reflects the program your members are participating in.
      </Step>

      <Step title="Repeat this process for as many groups as your organization may have" />
    </Steps>

    <Note>
      If you need help with setup, you can invite your fellow administrators: Go to Settings, under the Users & Access tab you will see a blue button saying "Invite Admins". They will have permissions to create groups and upload members. View the steps below for more detail.
    </Note>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add Staff Members">
    Now that your groups are created its time to add your other admins and staff. From here, you will see a table where a roster of your staff members will live.

    <Tabs>
      <Tab title="Individual Invite">
        <Steps>
          <Step title="Click + Invite Admins" />

          <Step title="Input new staff first and last name as well as their email" />

          <Step title="Assign Role">
            It is important to assign appropriate permissions based on their role. You can review the permissions list under the Roles tab.
          </Step>

          <Step title="Add staff to their respective groups">
            For example: day habilitation, residence, etc.
          </Step>
        </Steps>

        Once you press "Invite" they will be added to their groups and receive an email to create a password, once this is complete they will be able to access Kibu.
      </Tab>

      <Tab title="Bulk Upload">
        Perfect for adding multiple staff members efficiently, particularly for larger organizations. Select the **Bulk Staff Upload** button to begin.

        <AccordionGroup>
          <Accordion title="Bulk Upload Instructions">
            <Steps>
              <Step title="Download Template">
                Download the excel sheet template.
              </Step>

              <Step title="Fill Template">
                Open the template and fill in staff information:

                * First and last names
                * Email address
                * Names of the groups they should be assigned to
                * Role (Permission level)
              </Step>

              <Step title="Upload Sheet">
                Click the bulk upload button and select or drag and drop your file.
              </Step>

              <Step title="Complete Upload">
                Press the upload button. The system will notify you of any missing required information.
              </Step>
            </Steps>
          </Accordion>
        </AccordionGroup>
      </Tab>
    </Tabs>

    <Tip>
      Review our [Staff Permissions & Roles](/documentation/staff-permissions) guide, located under documentation, to understand which role best fits each staff member's needs.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add Members">
    Adding members can be found under the Users & Access tab in Settings - Members.

    You have two options for adding members to Kibu:

    <Tabs>
      <Tab title="Individual Upload">
        Add members one at a time and immediately select the groups you wish to assign them to. Select the **Add Members** button to do so. You can also add members by using bulk upload. Please download the template, add the information of your members and upload the document again.
      </Tab>

      <Tab title="Bulk Upload">
        Perfect for adding multiple members efficiently, particularly for larger organizations. Select the **Bulk Member Upload** button to begin.

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        </Frame>

        <AccordionGroup>
          <Accordion title="Bulk Upload Instructions">
            <Steps>
              <Step title="Download Template">
                Download the excel sheet template.
              </Step>

              <Step title="Fill Template">
                Open the template and fill in member information:

                * First and last names are required
                * Additional information can be added now or later
                * We recommend completing all information now as it saves time and allows for more complete profile of each member
              </Step>

              <Step title="Upload Sheet">
                Click the bulk upload button and select or drag and drop your exported file.
              </Step>

              <Step title="Complete Upload">
                Press the upload button. The system will notify you of any missing required information.
              </Step>
            </Steps>

            **Your All Set!**
          </Accordion>
        </AccordionGroup>
      </Tab>
    </Tabs>

    <Steps>
      <Step title="Settings - Users & Access - Members" />

      <Step title="+ Add Members" />

      <Step title="Fill out the required information">
        First and last names as well as the group assignment.
      </Step>

      <Step title="Click + Add Member again" />
    </Steps>
  </Step>
</Steps>

You have completed the initial setup for your organization. Here are the next steps to continue making the most of Kibu:

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  <Card title="Configure Life Plan Goals" icon="bullseye-arrow" href="/documentation/life-plan-goals">
    Set up personalized goals and track progress for your members to ensure meaningful outcomes and growth.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Configure Group Settings" icon="gear" href="/documentation/group-settings">
    Customize your groups with specific documentation requirements, schedules, and service types to streamline operations.
  </Card>
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