Throughout this article we are going to talk about how to report on services using various types of service statistics; as well as how to see overall analytics via your Dashboard! First, let’s go over setting up those statistics and editing that data.
Setting up Custom Statistics
- Go to Settings > Services.
- Under Service Reporting, drag and drop the following elements to customize your reporting:
- Headings: Organize your statistics with clear headings.
- Reporting Fields: Choose the metrics you want to track (e.g., attendance, offering amount, volunteer count).
- Note Fields: Add space for notes or observations.
- Separators: Visually divide your reporting sections.
- Arrange the elements in your preferred order and customize the names.
Entering Service Statistics
You can enter service statistics in two ways:
- During Service Entry: When recording attendance for a service, you'll see the custom fields you've set up. Enter the data directly.
- Editing Existing Records:
- Go to the Reporting tab.
- Click the Edit button next to the statistic you want to modify.
- Update the information and click Save.
Important Note: Built-in statistics, such as individual service attendance, are automatically generated and cannot be edited.
Viewing Service Statistics with Dashboard Widgets
Visualize your service statistics with easy-to-read widgets on your dashboard.
- Go to your dashboard and click Edit Dashboard.
- Click Add Widget and select Service Statistics.
- Choose the statistics you want to display and click Save.
Your customized service statistics widget will now appear on your dashboard, providing a clear overview of your chosen metrics.
Example Widgets:
- Total Attendance: Track overall attendance trends over time.
- Giving by Category: Analyze giving patterns for different funds.
- Volunteer Hours: Monitor volunteer engagement across services.
By effectively using service statistics in Elvanto, you can gain valuable insights into your church's activities and make informed decisions.