> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.greenzero.eu/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quickstart

> Get started with product management in GREENZERO Journey

This guide will help you quickly import your first product into GREENZERO Journey. Adding products is the first step toward generating comprehensive environmental impact assessments and identifying opportunities for sustainability improvements.

## Importing Your First Product

GREENZERO Journey offers three flexible methods to import products. Choose the approach that works best for your current data availability:

<Accordion title="Import by URL">
  ### Steps for URL Import

  <Steps>
    <Step title="Navigate to Products">
      Go to the **Products** section in your GREENZERO Journey dashboard
    </Step>

    <Step title="Add Product">Click the **Add Product** button</Step>
    <Step title="Select URL Import">Select **Add by URL** from the dropdown menu</Step>

    <Step title="Enter URL">
      Enter the complete URL of the specific product page you want to analyze
    </Step>

    <Step title="Import">Click **Import** to start the analysis process</Step>

    <Step title="Review Extracted Data">
      Our AI will automatically extract product information including name, description, and available
      images
    </Step>

    <Step title="Confirm Details">
      Review the extracted information and make any necessary adjustments before confirming
    </Step>
  </Steps>

  The system will crawl the provided URL, extract product information, and create a new product entry with preliminary data. You'll be able to review and refine this information before finalizing the product.

  <Tip>
    For best results, use URLs that contain detailed product specifications and material information.
  </Tip>

  <Info>
    Want to analyze an entire online shop? While the URL import method is designed for individual
    products, GREENZERO Journey also supports bulk shop analysis as a separate process. See the
    **Portfolio Analysis** documentation for details on analyzing complete product catalogs.
  </Info>
</Accordion>

<Accordion title="Import by File">
  ### Steps for File Import

  <Steps>
    <Step title="Prepare Your File">
      Create a CSV, Excel, or JSON file with your product details. Templates are available in the
      import section.
    </Step>

    <Step title="Navigate to Files">
      Go to the **Files** section in your GREENZERO Journey dashboard
    </Step>

    <Step title="Upload File">
      Drag and drop your file or click to browse and select it from your computer
    </Step>

    <Step title="Wait for Upload">Wait for the upload to complete</Step>

    <Step title="Process File">
      Choose how to process your file: **Option 1: Direct Import** - Click **Import** and select the
      appropriate import type - Map your file's columns to GREENZERO Journey's product attributes -
      Click **Import** to process your file **Option 2: AI-Assisted Import** - Navigate to the AI Chat
      interface - Reference your file with the `@file` syntax: `Please import the product data from
                @filename.xlsx` - Follow the AI's guidance through the import process
    </Step>
  </Steps>

  <Info>
    Bulk imports support up to 100 products at once. For larger catalogs, contact support for
    assistance.
  </Info>
</Accordion>

<Accordion title="Import by Description">
  ### Steps for Description Import

  <Steps>
    <Step title="Navigate to Products">
      Go to the **Products** section in your GREENZERO Journey dashboard
    </Step>

    <Step title="Add Product">Click the **Add Product** button</Step>

    <Step title="Select Description Import">
      Select **Add by Description** from the dropdown menu, or click the **AI Assistant** button
    </Step>

    <Step title="Describe Your Product">
      Provide a detailed description of your product, including: - Product name and category -
      Materials and components - Approximate weights or dimensions - Manufacturing location (if known)

      * Any other relevant details
    </Step>

    <Step title="Review Generated BOM">
      The AI will generate a bill of materials based on your description. Review and adjust as needed.
    </Step>

    <Step title="Create Product">Click **Create** to generate the product entry</Step>
  </Steps>

  <Tip>
    The more detailed your description, the more accurate your environmental assessment will be.
    Include material types, weights, manufacturing locations, and transportation methods when
    possible.
  </Tip>
</Accordion>

## Next Steps After Import

Once your product is imported:

1. **Review the Product Data**: Verify that the imported information is accurate and complete
2. **Add Missing Details**: Fill in any gaps in the product information, especially in the Bill of Materials
3. **Generate LCA**: Request an environmental impact assessment of your product
4. **Review Results**: Examine the calculated impacts across all environmental categories
5. **Identify Improvements**: Use the insights to find opportunities for environmental optimization

For more detailed guidance on managing your products and interpreting results, explore the other sections of the Product Management documentation.

## First Steps

Once you have imported your first product, you can start exploring the other features of GREENZERO Journey, such as analyzing your product's environmental impact, identifying areas for improvement, and tracking your progress over time.