> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.p36-csq.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Getting Started

> First steps with the Cloud Service Qualification Platform

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          Quick Start
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          Get up and running with CSQ in minutes. This guide covers the
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## User Interface Overview

The cockpit is divided into the following main components:

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  <Card title="Services" icon="cloud">
    Provides an overview of all provisioned services and their status
  </Card>

  <Card title="Dashboard" icon="layout-panel-left">
    Allows all users to monitor services, track deviations, and oversee
    continuous test execution
  </Card>

  <Card title="Use Cases" icon="list-tree">
    Allows Use Case Designers and Admin users to create use cases, assign
    services, perform risk assessments, plan continuous qualification, generate
    reports, and configure notifications
  </Card>

  <Card title="Audit Log" icon="clipboard-list">
    All users can view the audit log for all user actions performed in the
    cockpit
  </Card>

  <Card title="Assessment Templates" icon="file-text">
    Allows Use Case Designers to create and manage assessment templates for use
    cases
  </Card>

  <Card title="Configuration" icon="settings">
    Admin users can manage and add users, as well as assign them their specific
    roles
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Note>
  Only Admin users can operate and view all components. Other roles have
  restricted access based on their permissions.
</Note>

## General Navigation

### Navigation Path

* A menu is displayed as a navigation path in the top left corner
* From left to right, the starting point after logging in is the home page
* When you click on a component, you are taken down one level
* This level is added to the menu path in the top left-hand corner
* You can return to the home page by selecting the 'Home' button in the path

### Step-by-Step Navigation

<Steps>
  <Step title="Home View">
    After logging in, you'll see the path menu in the top left corner with
    'Home' as the starting point
  </Step>

  <Step title="Component Selection">
    Each click on a component takes you down one level. The last entry on the
    right shows your current level
  </Step>

  <Step title="Use Case Selection">
    After selecting a use case from the list, you'll see the updated path
  </Step>

  <Step title="Quick Navigation">
    An arrow appears in the path at the entry for the selected use case,
    allowing you to change the chosen use case without leaving the current level
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Platform Login

The CSQ Platform requires authentication to access its features. This guide covers the login process and initial setup for new users. To get access, you need to contact your system administrator to receive your user credentials.

### Login Process

<Steps>
  <Step title="Access the Platform">
    Navigate to the CSQ Platform URL provided by your administrator.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Credentials">
    Enter your credentials depending on the authentication method configured.

    <Note>
      Contact your system administrator if you haven't received your login
      credentials.
    </Note>
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Authentication Methods

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Username/Password">
    Standard authentication using your assigned credentials.
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Single Sign-On (SSO)">
    Integration with your organization's identity provider for seamless access.
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

### Troubleshooting Login Issues

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Forgot Password">
    Please reach out to your system administrator to reset your password.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

### Security Best Practices

<Warning>
  Always log out when finished using the platform, especially on shared
  computers.
</Warning>

* Use strong, unique passwords
* Enable multi-factor authentication when available
* Never share your login credentials
* Report suspicious activity to your administrator

## What's Next?

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  <Card title="System Requirements" icon="settings" href="/system-requirements">
    Check the system requirements and user roles
  </Card>

  <Card title="Dashboard Overview" icon="layout-dashboard" href="/features/dashboard">
    Learn about the dashboard and monitoring features
  </Card>
</CardGroup>