Complete Platform Documentation
Comprehensive guide to implementing and managing Briskon auction solutions
Platform Overview
Welcome to Briskon
Briskon is a comprehensive enterprise auction platform designed to streamline procurement processes, optimize vendor relationships, and maximize cost savings through intelligent bidding mechanisms.
This documentation provides a complete guide to implementing, configuring, and managing your Briskon auction platform. Whether you're setting up your first auction or optimizing an existing deployment, this guide covers everything you need to know.
Key Platform Capabilities
Forward Auctions
Traditional ascending-price auctions for selling assets and inventory
Reverse Auctions
Procurement-focused bidding for cost optimization and supplier selection
Marketplace
Multi-vendor marketplace with integrated auction capabilities
Enterprise Security
Advanced security features and compliance management
Getting Started
Quick Start Checklist
- ✓ Platform installation and configuration
- ✓ User accounts and role assignment
- ✓ First auction setup and testing
- ✓ Integration with existing systems
User Management
Effective user management is crucial for platform security and operational efficiency. Briskon provides comprehensive user administration tools with role-based access control.
User Roles and Permissions
| Role | Permissions | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Super Admin | Full platform access, user management, system configuration | Platform administrators |
| Auction Manager | Create/manage auctions, view reports, user oversight | Procurement managers |
| Bidder | Participate in auctions, view bid history | Suppliers and buyers |
| Observer | View-only access to auctions and reports | Stakeholders and auditors |
Auction Setup
Setting up your first auction involves several key steps. This section walks you through the process of creating, configuring, and launching successful auctions.
Best Practice
Always run a test auction with a small group of trusted users before launching your first production auction. This helps identify any configuration issues early.
Core Features
Forward Auctions
Forward auctions are traditional ascending-price auctions where bidders compete by placing increasingly higher bids. These are ideal for selling assets, inventory, or services where you want to maximize revenue.
Supported Auction Types
The most common auction format where bidders openly compete with increasing bids until no higher bid is placed.
Price starts high and decreases until a bidder accepts the current price, ideal for quick sales of perishable goods.
Reverse Auctions
Reverse auctions flip the traditional model - suppliers compete by offering lower prices for your procurement needs. This drives down costs and improves supplier competition.
Marketplace Management
The marketplace feature allows you to create a multi-vendor environment where multiple sellers can list products and services, with integrated auction capabilities.
Administration
Security & Compliance
Briskon implements enterprise-grade security measures to protect your data and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Security Features
- End-to-end encryption for all data transmission
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA) support
- Role-based access control (RBAC)
- Audit logging and compliance reporting
- Regular security assessments and penetration testing
Reporting & Analytics
Comprehensive reporting tools provide insights into auction performance, user behavior, and cost savings achieved through the platform.
Integrations
API Overview
Briskon provides a comprehensive REST API that allows you to integrate the platform with your existing systems and workflows.
Webhooks
Webhooks enable real-time notifications about auction events, allowing your systems to respond immediately to important changes.
Troubleshooting
This section covers common issues and their solutions. If you can't find the answer you're looking for, please contact our support team.
Common Issues
Problem: Users cannot log in to the platform
Solution: Check user credentials, verify account status, and ensure MFA is properly configured if enabled.
Problem: Scheduled auction fails to start automatically
Solution: Verify auction configuration, check system time synchronization, and ensure all required participants are registered.
Next Steps
Now that you've reviewed the platform documentation, here are some recommended next steps: