# Subcontractor User Guide

## What is the Subcontractor Module?

The Subcontractor module manages subcontractor information and activities. This module helps track subcontractor data, manage subcontractor relationships, and ensure proper subcontractor documentation and management.

## Getting Started

To access Subcontractor:
1. Login to the system
2. Click on **Main-Employees** in the main menu
3. Select **Subcontractor** from the submenu

## Key Features

### Primary Functions
- **Subcontractor Management**: Manage subcontractor information
- **Data Tracking**: Track subcontractor data
- **Relationship Management**: Manage subcontractor relationships
- **Documentation**: Maintain subcontractor documentation

### Secondary Functions
- **Report Generation**: Generate subcontractor reports
- **Data Analysis**: Analyze subcontractor data and trends
- **Export Options**: Export subcontractor data in various formats
- **Compliance Monitoring**: Monitor subcontractor compliance

## How to Use

### Managing Subcontractors
1. Click **"Manage Subcontractors"** button
2. Select subcontractor for management
3. Review subcontractor information
4. Update subcontractor data
5. Track subcontractor activities
6. Generate subcontractor reports
7. Monitor compliance

### Subcontractor Management
1. Review subcontractor information
2. Update subcontractor data
3. Track subcontractor activities
4. Monitor compliance
5. Generate subcontractor reports

### Subcontractor Categories
- **Active Subcontractors**: Currently active subcontractors
- **Inactive Subcontractors**: Inactive subcontractor records
- **Contract Subcontractors**: Contract-based subcontractors
- **Temporary Subcontractors**: Temporary subcontractors

## Best Practices

### Usage Guidelines
- ✅ Keep subcontractor data current and accurate
- ✅ Monitor subcontractor activities regularly
- ✅ Maintain proper documentation
- ✅ Ensure compliance with standards

### Quality Assurance
- ✅ Verify subcontractor data accuracy
- ✅ Ensure proper subcontractor management
- ✅ Monitor subcontractor management effectiveness
- ✅ Regular review of subcontractor processes

## Troubleshooting

### Common Issues
1. **Data errors**: Check subcontractor data accuracy
2. **Activity issues**: Review subcontractor activity requirements
3. **Compliance problems**: Verify compliance requirements

### Getting Help
- Contact the Main-Employees department for technical support
- Consult subcontractor procedures and guidelines
- Check subcontractor data and compliance status