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Counters and Staff Setup Guide

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Written by Qwaiting Team
Updated over a month ago

Counters and staff are core components of Qwaiting’s queue management system. Together, they define where services are delivered and who is responsible for serving customers.

Counter Guide

What Is a Counter in Qwaiting?

A counter represents a service point where customers are attended to by staff. This can be:

  • A physical desk or service window

  • A consultation room or office

  • Any designated location where a service is provided

Counters help route customers correctly and ensure smooth service flow.

How to Set Up Counters

  1. Log in to the Qwaiting Admin Dashboard.

  2. Navigate to Counters from the menu.

  3. Click Add Counter.

  4. Enter the Counter Name.

  5. Select or assign the Location.

  6. Click Save.

Once created, counters can be assigned to staff and linked to services.

Staff Setup Guide

A staff member is anyone responsible for managing queues and serving customers. This may include:

  • Receptionists

  • Doctors

  • Service agents

  • Tellers or support executives

Staff members log in to Qwaiting and handle tokens based on their assigned role and permissions.

How to Add Staff

  1. Log in to the Qwaiting Admin Dashboard.

  2. Navigate to Staff > Add Staff.

  3. Fill in the required details:

    • Full Name

    • Username (used for login)

    • Email ID

    • Password

    • Mobile Number (optional)

  4. Select the appropriate Role:

    • Admin: Full access to all system settings and reports

    • Manager: Can manage services, counters, and view reports

    • Staff: Can call, serve, and complete tokens only

  5. (Optional) Assign the Counter or Area the staff member will manage.

  6. Click Save.

Once added, the staff member can log in using the assigned credentials and access features based on their role.

Why Add Staff in Qwaiting?

Adding staff allows you to:

  • Assign specific staff members to specific counters or services

  • Control system access using roles and permissions

  • Track which staff member served each token

  • Monitor staff workload and performance through reports

  • Improve overall service efficiency and accountability

By configuring counters and staff correctly, businesses can ensure structured service delivery, efficient queue handling, and improved customer experience. Proper setup also enables accurate reporting and better operational control.


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