This guide provides a step-by-step process for creating and managing timed events in Tijarah360. Timed events are a great way to apply temporary offers or discounts on selected products or categories for specific durations.

Step 1: Enter Basic Details

1. Locations: Select the location(s) where the timed event will apply.
   Example: "Riyadh Store, Jeddah Branch"

2. Event Name (English): Provide a descriptive name for the event in English.
   Example: "Weekend Flash Sale"

3. Event Name (Arabic): Provide the event name in Arabic.
   Example: "تخفيضات نهاية الأسبوع"

4. Event Type: Choose the type of event:

   • Percentage Discount: A percentage off on products or categories.
   • Fixed Discount: A specific amount off the total price.
     Example: "10% Off"

5. Amount (SAR): Enter the discount value in SAR or percentage.
   Example: "15% or 50 SAR"

Step 2: Set the Event Schedule

1. Start Date & End Date: Define the start and end dates for the event.
   Example: Start Date: "10/12/2024", End Date: "12/12/2024"

2. Start Hour & End Hour: Set the specific hours during the day when the event will be active.
   Example: Start Hour: "10:00 AM", End Hour: "8:00 PM"

3. Applies on Days: Choose the days when the event will run.
   Example: "Weekdays only"

Step 3: Choose Products or Categories

1. Categories: Apply the event to entire product categories.
   Example: "Snacks & Beverages"

2. Products: Select specific products to include in the event. Use the search bar to find products by name, SKU, or Box SKU.
   Example: Add "Juice (SKU 12345)" and "Chips (SKU 56789)" to the event.

Step 4: Review and Save

1. Review all event details to ensure accuracy.
2. Click Create to activate the timed event.

Example Workflow: Creating a Weekend Flash Sale

1. Basic Details:

   • Locations: "Riyadh Store, Jeddah Branch"
   • Event Name (English): "Weekend Flash Sale"
   • Event Name (Arabic): "تخفيضات نهاية الأسبوع"
   • Event Type: "Percentage Discount"
   • Amount: "20%"

2. Schedule:

   • Start Date: "10/12/2024"
   • End Date: "12/12/2024"
   • Start Hour: "10:00 AM"
   • End Hour: "8:00 PM"
   • Applies on Days: "All Days"

3. Products: Add specific products:

   • "Juice (SKU 12345)"
   • "Cookies (SKU 67890)"

4. Save: Click Create to finalize the timed event.

Use Case Scenarios

1. Flash Sales: Offer limited-time discounts on specific products during peak hours.
   Example: "25% off on all drinks from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM."

2. Holiday Promotions: Schedule events for festive periods to attract more customers.
   Example: "Flat 100 SAR off on orders above 500 SAR during Eid."

3. Daily Happy Hours: Apply discounts for specific hours on certain days.
   Example: "10% off on desserts every Friday from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM."