Activities

In a CRM system, activities refer to all scheduled or logged interactions with customers, including tasks, events, and calls. Managing these activities helps teams stay organized. It enables them to follow up efficiently. It also ensures strong, timely communication with prospects and customers throughout the sales cycle.

  • Centralized Tracking: All interactions in one place
  • Reminder System: Never miss follow-ups
  • Progress Monitoring: Track deal-related activities, e.g., demo meetings, follow-up calls.
  • Log in to Zhylar
  • Go to Left-hand navigation panel
  • From the left-hand navigation panel, click on Activities
  • By default, the page will take you to the Monthly overview of all activities. Some events and calls have been added for the 9th and 10th of June 2025.
  • Switch to Week or Day view to check/add weekly or daily activities from the left hand corner.

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Getting Started with Zhylar

Different users will be able to see different data based on the access given to them. The CEO will have access to all the data.

  • Begin by logging into your Zhylar account.
  • This is the dashboard.
  • Each user will be able to view data on the dashboard based on how much data access they have.
  • In this example, Mr. Harsh is the CEO of the organization who has complete access to all data.
  • The left-hand navigation pane helps user to move from module to module easily.
  • Click on the name of the module to navigate to that module.
  1. Leads- Never lose a lead once you have stored it on Zhylar
  2. Deals- View deals in List View or Kanban View to close deals quickly and successfully
  3. Quotes- Create, send and revise Quotes to customers with ease
  4. Sales Orders- Draw up Sales Orders to move ahead with your deals
  5. Invoices- Customize documents and send out invoices for quick, efficient payments
  6. Companies- Store data for companies you work with and contacts. Get a 360-degree overview of your interaction with each company.
  7. Items- Maintain a catalogue of the products and services you offer
  8. Activities- Log activities for smooth inter and intra organization communication
  9. Reporting– Get insights and information about data processed in your system
  10. Configuration– Customize your Zhylar as per your needs

On the top-right hand corner, user can click on the initials to view profile.

  • Here, user can check their:
    • Email ID
    • Profile
    • User ID
    • Organization ID
  • You can also switch accounts by clicking on this button.
  • On the header, there is a + sign serving as a shortcut for quick access to some major modules.
  • By clicking on this button, you can add new data to your system without navigating to the module.
  • This shortcut is available on the header for all pages, not just the dashboard.

Check the bell icon for important activity notifications.

  • Provide feedback to Zhylar. We are committed to bringing the best CRM + CPQ solutions to you, customized just for you.

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Organization Details

  1. Log in to Zhylar 
  1. Go to Left-hand panel
  2. Go to Configuration
  3. Under Profile section, select Organization Details
  1. A new page will open for you. 
  1. View Organization details.
  1. Click on the yellow button “Update Organization”.
  1. Make your changes.
  1. The following details cannot be changed:
    • Legal start date
    • Base Currency
    • Discount
  2. Click Save.  

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Recent Transactions

Recent transactions in Zhylar provide a quick view of an item’s latest activity. They show when, how, and at what price it was quoted or sold. They also show to whom it was sold. It tracks usage across quotes, sales orders, invoices, and even lost deals. This offers a 360-degree picture of the item’s sales history.

  • Log in to Zhylar
  • Move to Deal/Quote/SO/Invoice tab.
  • Add New or open existing quote via update option.
  • For new Quote, after adding item Click on Recent Transactions.
  • A side sheet will open.
  • The entire transaction history will be fetched.

Filter search to obtain best results:

  • Via company

Tick the box to view transactions against that organization only.

  • Via module
  • Via document status

Recent transactions will show the following detail for each transaction.

To simply view the item details,

  • Click on Details.
  • The details of the item will be visible to you.

Units of Measurement (UOM)

UOM or Units of Measurement refers to standardized units like kilograms, liters, or hours used to quantify products or services. It ensures accurate pricing, quoting, and inventory tracking across the CRM. UOMs are customizable to match specific business needs, making transactions more precise and consistent.

  • Log in to Zhylar.
  • Go to Left-hand panel
  • Click on Configuration
  • Under Masters, click on UOMs
  • Check the list of UOMs added to the system.
  • Click + New UOM
  • Enter details
  • Code: Enter a code for the UOM
  • Name: Give the UOM a name
  • Duplicate UOM names or codes are not allowed. In case you enter a duplicate name or code, you will receive an error.
  • Click Save

Update UOM

  • Click ⋮ 3 dots > Update → Edit → Save
  • Toggle UOM status from active to inactive.
  • Click Save
  • Click ⋮ 3 dots > select Delete
  • Type “DELETE” to provide confirmation.
  • The UOM will be deleted.
  • If the UOM is associated with any items, you will receive an error message

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Payment Terms

Payment terms are the agreed-upon conditions between a buyer and a seller. These terms specify how and when payment should be made. They define due dates, applicable discounts, penalties for late payments, or instalment plans.

In a CRM system, these terms are integrated into quotes, sales orders, and invoices. This integration helps streamline and standardize the payment process.

  • Log in to Zhylar.
  • Go to Left-hand panel
  • Click on Configuration
  • Under Masters, click on Payment Terms
  • Check the list of Payment Terms added to the system.
  • Click + New Payment Term
  • Enter details
  • Name- Name of payment term.
  • Days- The number of days within which payment term must be satisfied.
  • Toggle “Make Default” if needed.
  • Default payment terms are auto-applied to documents.
  • Click Save
  • Click ⋮ > Update
  • Make changes
  • Save

Please note

  • For quotes, payment terms is for reference purpose only. The expiry date has no implication on payment terms.
  • Global Use: Consistent payment policies
  • Click ⋮ > Select Delete
  • Type “DELETE” to provide confirmation.
  • Payment term will be deleted.
  • If Payment Term is associated with some other modules, e.g., Quotes, then it cannot be deleted.
  • You will receive an error message.
  • Delete relevant document first to proceed with deleting the payment term.

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Terms & Conditions

Terms and Conditions in Zhylar govern’s terms of business transactions between customers and the business. These terms are applied to key sales documents such as quotes, sales orders, and invoices. They outline essential policies related to payment, delivery, and service, ensuring clarity and compliance in all business transactions.

Managing Terms & Conditions:

  • Log in to Zhylar.
  • Go to Left-hand panel
  • Click on Configuration
  • Under Masters, click on Terms and Conditions

T&C List View

  • Here, check a list of the Terms and Conditions added to the system.

Add New

  • Click “+ New Terms & Conditions”
  • Give the T&C a name.
  • Add description for details of the term. This description entails the conditions of the terms that you want to levy.
  • Select document type (Quote/SO/Invoice)
  • Enable “Is Default” for auto-application in documents (Quotes / SO / Invoice) .
    • Auto-applied T&C can be edited on the document.
  • Click Save.

Update

  • Click ⋮ 3 dots on the end
  • Make changes
  • Click Save
  • Make your changes.
  • Is Default: Toggle Yes or No to change
  • Status: If T&C is not in use it can be marked inactive.
    • A default T&C cannot be marked inactive. Remove default status to continue.
  • All fields can be updated except T&C Type.
  • Click Save.

Document Types

TypePurpose
Quote T&CsProposal-specific terms
Sales Order T&CsBinding order terms
Invoice T&CsPayment/delivery policies

Key Feature: Default T&Cs auto-apply to relevant documents.

Delete Term and Conditions

  • Click ⋮ 3 dots > Delete → Type “DELETE” to provide confirmation.
  • Provide confirmation to proceed.
  • The T&C will be deleted.

Currencies

Currency defines the monetary unit used for transactions within the CRM. Zhylar supports multi-currency operations, enabling businesses to handle global deals efficiently. This feature is essential for accurate pricing, reporting, and financial consistency across international markets.

  • Log in to Zhylar.
  • Go to Left-hand panel
  • Click on Configuration
  • Under Masters, click on Currencies
  • You will be redirected to a new page.
  • All currencies added to the system will be listed.

The base currency is the default monetary unit used for all financial records, reports, and conversions in a CRM system. It serves as the reference point for converting other currencies.

  • It ensures consistency in revenue tracking.
  • Aids in financial analysis across multi-currency operations.
  • Base Currency is selected at the time of organization onboarding.
  • Base currency marked in purple.
  • This currency cannot be changed/deleted.
  • It cannot be marked inactive.
  • Click + New Currency
  • A side sheet will open.
  • Fill out the details
  • Name: Select currency name, e.g., United States Dollar
  • Currency code and symbol will be auto-selected, e.g., USD-$
  • Fetch Live Rate– The system API will generate the current exchange rate. This rate is between the organization’s base currency and the selected currency.
  • Decimals– Determines how many decimal points to be taken when writing amount. E.g., USD 300.25
  • Click Save

Note: Each currency must carry a unique name/code. Duplicates are not permissible in the system.

This means, one currency can only be added to the system only once.

  • Conversion rate of the currency added vis-a-vis the base currency.
  • If Fetch Live Rate is on, system API will do the calculations for exchange rate automatically.
  • If Fetch Live Rate is off, an exchange rate can be entered manually.
  • Click ⋮ 3 dots >
  • Select Update
  • Make changes
  • Toggle active/inactive status.
  • To mark inactive, currency must not be in use with any companies.
  • If marked inactive, fetch live rate is automatically turned off.
  • Click Save.
  • Click ⋮ 3 dots > Delete
  • Type “DELETE” to provide confirmation.
  • The currency will be deleted.
  • If currency is associated with some Companies, you will receive an error message.
  • Make requisite changes to proceed.

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Item Categories

Item categories are an organizational tool used to group related products or services within a CRM system. They simplify catalog management, improve navigation, and are essential for efficient Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) setups. Categorizing items logically enhances the sales process and ensures a better user experience for both teams and customers.

  • Log in to Zhylar.
  • Go to Left-hand panel
  • Click on Configuration
  • Under Masters, click on Item Categories
  • A new page will open.
  • All the items added to the system will be listed.
  • To add a new category, click “+ New Category”
  • A side sheet will open.
  • Enter details:
    • Category Name: Name of the Category
    • Sub-Category: If it is a category within a bigger category. If yes, a parent category must be tagged. (Refer section below).
    • Description: A brief description of the category
    • Status: Whether category is in use or not
  • Click “Save”
  • A sub-category is a category within a bigger category.
  • To check a category as a sub-category, a parent category must be marked.
  • E.g., Parent Category: Laptops -> Sub-category: HP
  • Click ⋮ 3 dots > Update→ Make changes
  • Click Save
  • Toggle active/inactive status
  • To mark inactive, category must not be associated with any item. Or you will receive an error message.
  • Make required changes to proceed.
  • Click ⋮ 3 dots > Select Delete
  • Type “DELETE” to provide confirmation.
  • The Category will be deleted.
  • If category is associated with some Items, you will receive an error message.
  • Make requisite changes to proceed.

Please note: If a parent category is deleted before deleting sub-categories, the sub-categories will be automatically updated. They will be updated to become parent categories themselves.

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Deals

In CRM, a deal is a sales opportunity — a chance to sell your product or service and earn revenue.
A deal record stores key details like:

  • Deal value (how much it’s worth)
  • Expected close date (when you aim to win it)
  • Linked contacts (people you’re selling to)
  • Products or services offered

Tracking deals in the CRM helps sales teams stay organized. It ensures they follow up on time. It also moves opportunities forward until they’re won or lost.

In Zhylar, a deal pipeline is a visual framework. It maps each stage of your sales process, from opportunity creation to closure. Pipeline management empowers you to track progress, identify stalled deals, and forecast revenue accurately.

When viewing the deals added to the system, the list will show deals in one particular pipeline at a time.

  • Switch between pipelines to check deals.
  • Click on Filters
  • Select Pipeline
  • Select the required pipeline
  1. Visual Pipeline Tracking – See deal stages at a glance with color-coded cards
  2. Drag-and-Drop Simplicity – Move deals between stages instantly
  3. Quick Status Checks – Identify bottlenecks or stalled deals visually

Switch to list view if required.

  1. Detailed Data Overview – View all deal info (value, dates, contacts) in one table
  2. Sorting & Filtering – Organize by amount, close date, or custom fields

There are three ways to add a new deal to Zhylar.

  • Click + New Deal (top-right)
  • Fill details
  • Click Add Deal
  • Go to Dashboard
  • From the left-hand panel, go to Deals
  • Click + New Deal
  • Fill details.
  • Save.
  • From the left-hand panel, go to Companies
  • Go to Company Details
  • Click on the Deals tab
  • Select + New Deal

When you click open a deal, you can;

  • View deal details
  • Edit deal– Make required changes
  • Email deal– The deal can be mailed to client
  • View Company– Get a wholistic view of the company linked to this deal with one click.
  • Create Quote– Generate a quote for this deal
  • Create SO– Create a sales order from this deal
  • Create Invoice- Generate an invoice for this deal

Deal PDF View

For any deal, you can track the following:

  • Details- Details of the deal
  • Activities– Tasks, calls, events- Add/Edit activities
  • Notes– Add and/ or check notes
  • Emails– Send and check emails related to the deal
  • Items– Details of the items added to the deal
  • Documents- See all documents associated with this deal
  • Files– Any attachments added to the deal
  • History- A record audit of the deal

Stages- Check if and how the deal has moved stages within the pipeline.

Deal Management

  • Click ⋮ 3 dots
  • Select View
  • The deal details will be visible.
  • Click ⋮ 3 dots
  • Select Update.
  • Make required changes.
  • Save.
  • Click ⋮ 3 dots
  • Select Clone

Delete Deal

  • Click ⋮ 3 dots
  • Selecy Delete
  • Provide confirmation.
  • Deal deleted successfully.

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