SmartERP Documentation An Ashewa Technology Solutions Platform

Digital Sign-Off Signatures, Photographic Evidence & Work Completion

Capturing before/after photographic proof, customer on-screen sign-off signature, and generating service completion certificates.

1. Overview & Business Value#

Before closing a task, technicians capture photographic proof and customer sign-off.

1. Capturing Evidence & Sign-Off#

  1. Take before-and-after photos directly using the mobile camera.
  2. Hand device to customer to inspect checklist summary and sign on screen.
  3. The system generates a certified Service Work Completion Certificate emailed directly to the customer.

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2. Prerequisites & Access Permissions#

  • Required Modules: smart_field_service, base, web
  • Security Group: Internal User (Technical ID: base.group_user)
  • Master Data Dependencies: Established corporate settings, defined role permissions, and active records.

3. Step-by-Step UI Execution & Verification#

Step 1: Navigating to the Module Interface#

  1. Access your SmartERP instance at https://smarterp.et/odoo.
  2. Open the main App Switcher and select the operational application.
  3. Select the target view or configuration form.

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Step 2: Executing Transactional Operations#

  1. Fill in required parameters according to institutional procedures.
  2. Validate entries and confirm execution.
  3. Review updated record state in the chatter audit trail.

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4. Advanced Configuration Points#

  • Automated Tasks (Crons): Dedicated background crons manage recurring tasks and state transitions.
  • Multi-Company Rules: All operational records are strictly isolated to Company 1 (Ashewa Technology Solutions S.C.).

5. Comprehensive Troubleshooting Matrix#

Symptom / ErrorProbable Root CauseResolution Action
Access Rights Error: Operation not allowedUser lacks required operational permissions.Assign user to the designated security group under Settings → Users.
Document state locked or read-onlyTransaction is in validated or closed state.Reopen document if permitted or contact designated manager.
Last updated: 2026-10-30