Area Management

Overview

The Area Management menu displays all area or branch data used to manage work locations, branch offices, and company operational regions. This feature allows you to configure employee placement areas and project locations.

Page Navigation

The Area Management page is located in the Dashboard » Area » List menu.

Area List View

The area list page displays a table with the following columns:

• No - Sequence number
• Name - Area or branch name
• Code - Unique area code
• Description - Area description
• Status - Area status (Active/Inactive)

Area Data

Here are examples of registered areas:

Total Data: 1–5 of 5

Summary Information

At the top of the page, there is summary information about the number of available areas.

• Area/Branch: 8 (total registered areas)

Add Button

An Add button is available to add a new area.

• Click the Add button to open the form for adding a new area

Area Form

The Area Form is used to add or edit area data.

Form Components:

How to Fill Out the Area Form:

1. Name
   • Enter a clear area or branch name
   • Examples: Jakarta, Surabaya, Balikpapan, Sarulla
2. Code
   • Enter a unique code for the area
   • Examples: JKT for Jakarta, SBY for Surabaya, BPN for Balikpapan
   • The code must be unique and not match any other area
   • Typically uses 3-5 uppercase letters
3. Description (Optional)
   • Enter a description or additional information
   • Example: Jakarta Head Office, Sarulla Project Location
4. Status
   • Check if the area is active and can be used
   • Leave unchecked if inactive
   • Active areas will appear in selection options when filling out employee or project data
5. Click Save to save the data
6. Click Cancel to cancel

Adding a New Area

To add a new area:

1. Click the Add button at the top of the page
2. The Area Form page will open
3. Enter the Name (example: Bandung)
4. Enter a unique Code (example: BDG)
5. Enter a Description (optional) (example: Bandung Branch Office)
6. Set the Status (check if you want it immediately active)
7. Click Save to save
8. Click Cancel to cancel

Editing Area Data

To edit existing area data:

1. Find the area you want to edit in the list
2. Click the Edit icon on that area row
3. The edit form will open with pre-filled data
4. Change the necessary information (Name, Code, Description, Status)
5. Click Save to save changes
6. Click Cancel to cancel

Deleting Area Data

To delete area data:

1. Find the area you want to delete in the list
2. Click the Delete icon on that area row
3. Confirm deletion in the dialog that appears
4. The area data will be permanently deleted

Usage Tips

1. Use Consistent Codes - Create a standard code format, for example 3 uppercase letters for cities/regencies.
2. Clear Descriptions - Fill in descriptions with additional information such as addresses or related projects.
3. Group Areas Logically - Separate branch offices, project locations, and operational regions.
4. Activate Only Those in Use - Deactivate areas that are no longer active to avoid cluttering dropdown options.
5. Watch for Duplicates - Before adding a new area, ensure there is no existing area with the same name or code.
6. Link with Projects - Connect areas with ongoing projects at those locations.
7. Update Data Regularly - Check and update area data if there are changes (e.g., branches closed/opened).

Example Area Usage

Troubleshooting

Cannot add a new area

• Ensure the Name and Code fields are filled
• Check if the Code is already used by another area
• Try a different code

Area does not appear in dropdown options

• Check the area status (must be Active)
• Refresh the browser page
• Ensure the data was saved correctly

Failed to save the form

• Ensure the code is unique (not duplicated)
• Check your internet connection
• Try a simpler code

Area cannot be deleted

• Ensure no employee data is using this area
• Ensure no projects are using this area
• Deactivate it first before attempting deletion
• Contact an administrator if the issue persists

Area codes are inconsistent

• Standardize the code naming format (e.g., 3 uppercase letters)
• Revise areas with non-standard codes
• Document the code format being used

Next Steps

• Work Location
• List Project
• Employee Database
• Department Management