# Deals

The **Deals section** in the ERP system is designed for managing and tracking deals throughout their lifecycle. It enables users to organize and monitor the progress of each deal, ensuring smooth coordination between the sales team and potential clients.

**Key Components and Features:**

* **Deal Overview:** Displays essential information for each deal, including deal name, associated lead, contact details, deal value, and expected close date. This provides a quick snapshot of the current status of each deal.
* **Pipeline Management:** Organizes deals into customizable stages within the sales process, allowing users to clearly see the stage of each opportunity—from initial contact to closing.
* **Filtering Options:** Users can filter deals by various criteria, such as deal value, stage, category, product, or assigned agents. This allows for quick focus on the most relevant opportunities.
* **Deal Stage and Next Follow-Up Date:** Tracks the current stage of each deal (e.g., negotiation, closed, or in progress) and highlights the next follow-up date, helping sales teams remain proactive and maintain momentum with potential clients.
* **Deal Agents and Watchers:** Allows for assigning specific agents responsible for managing the deal, as well as watchers who can monitor its progress without direct involvement, ensuring transparency and accountability within the team.
* **Deal Value and Close Date:** Records the expected financial value of each deal along with the anticipated close date, aiding in forecasting and setting revenue expectations.

**Purpose of the Deals Section:**

The Deals section is crucial for structuring and managing sales processes. It provides a comprehensive overview of each sales opportunity, facilitating effective progression of deals through the pipeline. This module enhances sales forecasting, tracks outcomes, and promotes collaboration among team members.
