If you have multiple databases - such as a live, 'Production' database and a 'Training' database that is used for either training new employees in a benign environment or as a test bed for new ideas, concepts or features - you can switch between the databases on a 'per machine' basis. This means that while most of the office is using the 'Production' database, you can set a new employee at an out-of-the-way workstation where they can learn Theatre Manager without affecting the real data.
In general, Arts Management Systems will set up a Training database for you when we are visiting you onsite. If you require one at some other time, then simply contact Support at support@artsman.com, and we can arrange to remote in to your server and update your Training database for you. Note: In some cases, there may be a nominal charge for building a new Training database.
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A good time to rebuild your Training database is immediately after you have loaded all your events for the upcoming season. |
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Click to see how to log into your database if it is hosted on the AMS Cloud |
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You can also switch from a local database and log into the AMS Cloud Server and back, depending where your database is. |
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Either the List of Employees window or the Access ID window will reappear.
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When switching databases, it is important to make note if the database is for Demo or Training use.
Often the Production and Training database are identical. However:
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