Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about the Safiri by Citrus School Account

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What is the Safiri by Citrus School account?

The School account is a dedicated platform designed to streamline school transport management. It enables administrators to efficiently manage student, parent, and driver profiles, configure routes and schedules, and monitor real-time transport activities. The account also provides tools for fee management, secure communication, and safety tracking to ensure transparent and effective oversight of student transportation.

School transport management platform
Profile management
Route & schedule configuration
Real-time monitoring
Fee management
Secure communication
Safety tracking
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How do I register for a School account?

To register, visit the Safiri by Citrus website and navigate to the School account registration page. Fill in the required details, including your school's name, contact information, accreditation details, and administrator information. After submitting your registration, you will receive an email verification to activate your account.

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Visit School account registration page

Navigate to the School Account section of the Safiri by Citrus website

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Provide school name

Enter your institution's official name as registered

3

Provide contact information

Enter the school's primary contact details

4

Provide accreditation details

Include any relevant accreditation or registration information

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Provide administrator information

Enter details for the primary account administrator

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Email verification & activation

Check your email and follow the verification link to activate your account

3

Who is eligible to create a School account?

School accounts are intended for authorized personnel responsible for managing school transport. Only representatives of schools or educational institutions who have the legal authority to enter into contracts are eligible to register for a School account.

If you're unsure about your eligibility, please contact our support team for guidance at support@citruslabs.co.ke.

4

What functionalities are available through the School account dashboard?

The School account dashboard offers a comprehensive suite of features designed to streamline school transport management:

User Management

  • Create, edit profiles
  • Manage students
  • Manage parents
  • Manage drivers

Route and Schedule Configuration

  • Set up transport routes
  • Modify schedules
  • Configure fee structures

Real-Time Monitoring

  • Track vehicle locations
  • Receive transport notifications

Fee Management

  • Configure transport fees
  • Generate invoices
  • Monitor payment status

Communication Tools

  • Secure messaging
  • Between administrators, parents, drivers

Safety and Verification

  • Oversee pick-up/drop-off
  • Manage incident reports

Reporting & Analytics

  • System performance reports
  • User activity tracking
  • Financial data analysis
School Account Dashboard Preview

Sample view of the Safiri by Citrus School Account Dashboard

5

How is data secured within the School account?

Safiri by Citrus employs robust security measures to protect all data within the School account:

Encryption

All data is encrypted both in transit and at rest, ensuring that sensitive information remains secure.

Secure cloud storage

Data is stored on secure, enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure with multiple redundancies.

Role-based access controls

Access to data is strictly controlled based on user roles and permissions.

Regular security audits

We conduct ongoing security assessments to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.

Kenyan data protection compliance

Our platform complies with all relevant Kenyan data protection regulations.

6

Can I manage multiple student profiles under one School account?

Yes, the School account is designed to manage multiple student profiles. This feature enables administrators to easily oversee transport arrangements for all students, track attendance, and manage fee structures for each student or class.

Pro Tip

You can organize students by grade, class, or transport route for easier management and reporting.

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How does fee management work on the School account?

The School account includes integrated fee management tools that allow administrators to set transport fee structures, generate invoices, and track payments. The system also supports automated reminders for outstanding payments, ensuring efficient financial administration.

Set transport fee structures

Create customized fee structures based on routes, distance, or service levels

Generate invoices

Create and distribute professional invoices to parents or guardians

Track payments

Monitor payment status and maintain financial records

Automated payment reminders

Send scheduled reminders for upcoming or overdue payments

Fee Management Interface
8

What kind of support is available for School account users?

School account users have access to comprehensive support resources to ensure a smooth experience with the platform:

Live Chat Support

Get immediate assistance from our support team through the in-app chat feature.

Help Center & FAQs

Access comprehensive documentation and guides available directly on the platform.

Support Ticket System

Submit detailed issues or queries and receive personalized responses from our support team.

Email Support

Contact our support team directly at support@citruslabs.co.ke

Phone Support

Call our dedicated support line at +254 712 400 000

Support Hours

Our support team is available Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM EAT. Emergency support is available 24/7 for critical issues.

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How are updates and changes to the platform communicated?

All significant updates, feature enhancements, and policy changes are communicated to School account users via email and through prominent notices on the dashboard. Regular newsletters and updates are also provided to keep users informed about the latest developments.

Email Notifications
Dashboard Alerts
Monthly Newsletter
Release Notes

You can manage your communication preferences in the Account Settings section of your dashboard.

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How can I manage communication with parents and drivers?

The School account dashboard includes an integrated communication center where administrators can send messages, issue alerts, and manage group communications. This ensures that all stakeholders remain informed about transport schedules, route changes, and any emergency notifications.

Direct Messaging

Send private messages to individual parents or drivers

Group Communications

Create and manage groups based on routes, classes, or other criteria

Announcements

Broadcast important information to all users or selected groups

Emergency Alerts

Send high-priority notifications for urgent situations

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What happens if I encounter technical issues or system downtime?

If you experience technical issues or system downtime, please use the Support Ticket System or contact our live support. Citrus Labs Limited is committed to maintaining high system uptime and will promptly address any issues to minimize disruption to your operations.

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Check System Status

Visit our status page to see if there are any known issues or scheduled maintenance

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Contact Live Support

Use the in-app chat feature to speak with a support agent immediately

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Submit Support Ticket

For complex issues, create a detailed support ticket with screenshots if possible

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Call Emergency Support

For critical issues affecting operations, call our emergency support line

Our Uptime Commitment

Safiri by Citrus maintains a 99.9% uptime guarantee, with scheduled maintenance performed during off-peak hours to minimize disruption.

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Is training provided for using the School account?

Yes, Citrus Labs Limited offers onboarding sessions and training resources to help administrators fully leverage the features of the School account. Training materials include tutorials, user guides, and live demonstrations.

Onboarding sessions

Personalized sessions with our training team to get you started

Training resources

Comprehensive documentation on all platform features

Tutorials

Step-by-step video guides for common tasks and processes

User guides

Detailed written instructions and best practices

Live demonstrations

Scheduled webinars and demos of platform features

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