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Getting Started

Setting up AMS fully will require System Administrator permissions, which you will see in the left panel. If you do not have AMS System Administrator permissions, Submit A Request for Support.
  • AMS FAQs and Basic Navigation

    Here are answers to some of the most common AMS questions along with a walkthrough video of Basic Navigation in AMS:   Basic Navigation in AMS (~10 minutes) Click the expand icon on the video's lower right side for larger and fullscreen viewing.     FAQs What is AMS? Who are AMS users and what do they do in AMS? What is a workspace? What is a participating area? What is...

  • Creating User Accounts in AMS

    For a walkthrough of creating user accounts in AMS, see the video below (6 minutes 30 seconds): Click the expand icon on the video's lower right side for larger and fullscreen viewing.Click "CC" to access closed captions. In order to create user accounts in AMS, you must have System Administrator permissions.  1. Log into the AMS manager account with Institutional Syst...

  • Roles & Permissions

    System Administrator The System Administrator is the account that manages the AMS implementation and holds special privileges, including the ability to: Create user accounts Designate AMS Coordinators and their permissions and administrative domains Customize the homepage and Analytics Manage the faculty credentials module Update user information (username, password, ...

  • Locating, Reporting on, and Affiliating Subscribers in the Member Locator

    The Locator can be used to identify users across your institution, affiliate them with the participating areas they require, and/or run more advanced user reports.  To View All AMS Users in Your Organization This can be done by entering the Locator and selecting “All Subscribers (email, registration status, etc.)” from the pull-down menu of preset report options in the ...

  • Editing Hierarchy through System Admin

    In order to affiliate users with the appropriate program/departmental area, you'll want to make sure the areas exist in your hierarchy. You have the ability add, edit, and move areas within your hierarchy by following the steps below.   Editing your hierarchy is in the System Administrator area. On your home page, click on System Administrator on the left side. When you...