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

# Get Started with Avstarna: Your First Production Batch

> Set up your Avstarna account, configure your company, add your first product, and record your first production batch in under 15 minutes.

Avstarna gets you from sign-up to your first recorded production batch in just a few steps. This guide walks you through requesting access, logging in, configuring your company, adding a product, and capturing your first Production Batch Number (PBN) — everything you need to start managing your manufacturing operation right away.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Request Access">
    Avstarna uses a request-based sign-up process to ensure every account is set up for success.

    1. Go to [avstarna.com/en/request-access](https://avstarna.com/en/request-access).
    2. Fill in your name, company details, and contact information.
    3. Submit your request. You will receive your login credentials by email, typically within one business day.

    <Note>
      Every new account includes a full-featured 14-day free trial. No credit card or setup fee is required to get started.
    </Note>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Log In to Your Dashboard">
    Once you receive your credentials:

    1. Open your browser and navigate to [avstarna.com](https://avstarna.com).
    2. Enter your email address and password on the login screen.
    3. After a successful login, you land on your admin dashboard at `/[lang]/admin` — the central hub for your entire manufacturing operation.

    <Tip>
      Avstarna is available in English and Dutch. You can switch your language at any time from the **Settings** area of the sidebar.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Complete Your Company Profile">
    Before you start adding products or recording production, fill in your company details so that labels, invoices, and reports carry accurate information.

    1. In the sidebar, navigate to **Settings → Company Profile**.
    2. Enter your **company name**, **address**, **VAT ID (Tax)**, and **Registry Number (EG)**.
    3. Upload your **company logo or avatar** — this appears on generated documents and labels.
    4. Click **Save** to apply your changes.

    <Note>
      Your company profile information appears on invoices, delivery documents, and product labels. Completing it now saves you time later.
    </Note>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add Your First Product Specification">
    Product Specifications define the products you manufacture — their ingredients, properties, and labeling information.

    1. In the sidebar, navigate to **Catalog**.
    2. Click **New Product** (or the **+** button).
    3. Enter your product's name, description, and any relevant specification details.
    4. Save the product specification.

    <Tip>
      On the free START plan, you can create up to 5 product specifications. Upgrade to PRO or BUSINESS for unlimited products.
    </Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Check and Update Your Inventory">
    Inventory in Avstarna tracks the raw materials and finished goods that flow through your production process.

    1. In the sidebar, navigate to **Inventory**.
    2. Review the existing inventory list (it will be empty on a new account).
    3. Click **Add Item** to record your starting stock of a raw material or component.
    4. Enter the item name, quantity, and unit of measure, then save.

    Repeat this step for each material you plan to use in your first production run.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Record Your First Production Batch (PBN)">
    A Production Batch Number (PBN) is Avstarna's way of tracking a single production run from start to finish. Every batch gets a unique PBN tied to a product, a date, and the materials consumed.

    1. In the sidebar, navigate to **Output** (Production).
    2. Click **New Batch** or **New PBN**.
    3. Select the product specification you created in Step 4.
    4. Enter the batch quantity, production date, and any relevant notes.
    5. Confirm the materials consumed — Avstarna automatically deducts these from your inventory.
    6. Save the batch record.

    <Note>
      Once saved, your PBN is logged permanently. Inventory levels update immediately to reflect the materials used in the batch.
    </Note>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Explore the Rest of Your Dashboard">
    You've completed the essential setup. From here, explore what else Avstarna can do for your operation:

    <CardGroup cols={2}>
      <Card title="Orders" icon="cart-shopping" href="/concepts/orders">
        Create and manage customer orders linked to your products and batches.
      </Card>

      <Card title="Delivery Planning" icon="truck" href="/guides/delivery-planning">
        Plan and coordinate deliveries directly from your order records.
      </Card>

      <Card title="Finance & Invoicing" icon="file-invoice" href="/features/finance-invoicing">
        Generate invoices and review financial reports tied to your production.
      </Card>

      <Card title="Analytics" icon="chart-line" href="/features/reports-analytics">
        Monitor production performance and business metrics in real time.
      </Card>
    </CardGroup>
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  If you encounter any issues during sign-up or setup, contact Avstarna support through the help menu in your dashboard. Do not share your login credentials with anyone — use the team management feature to give workers their own PIN-based access.
</Warning>