Core Modules¶
Gohorto consists of several integrated modules that work together to provide a comprehensive platform for managing innovation and entrepreneurship programs. Each module addresses specific aspects of program management and stakeholder engagement.
Module Overview¶
1. Application Management Module¶
Purpose: Manage the entire application lifecycle from intake to evaluation and selection.
Key Features: - Customizable multi-step application forms - Application submission and tracking - Multi-stage evaluation workflows - Automated scoring and ranking - Application status tracking - Bulk operations and batch processing
Used By: Program hosts, startups (applicants), evaluators
Learn More: See Application Management
2. Project Management Office (PMO) Module¶
Purpose: Provide structured project management capabilities for tracking programs, projects, and activities.
Key Features: - Program and project structure definition - Outcome and activity tracking - Task assignment and management - Timeline and milestone tracking - Resource allocation - Progress reporting and dashboards
Used By: Program hosts, project managers, startups
Learn More: See Project Management (PMO)
3. Incubation Center Module¶
Purpose: Core module for managing incubation and acceleration programs.
Key Features: - Startup and SME portfolio management - Business scheme builder - Task and milestone management - Progress tracking - Resource allocation - Program timeline management
Used By: Program hosts, incubator managers, startups
Learn More: See Incubation Center Module
4. Training & Learning Management Module¶
Purpose: Deliver and manage educational programs, courses, and training initiatives.
Key Features: - Course creation and management - Learning path definition - Trainee enrollment - Content delivery (materials, videos, documents) - Assessment and quiz creation - Progress tracking - Certificate generation
Used By: Program hosts, trainers, trainees
Learn More: See Training & Learning
5. Mentorship & Coaching Module¶
Purpose: Facilitate structured mentorship relationships and coaching sessions.
Key Features: - Mentor-startup matching - Session scheduling and management - Availability management - Feedback and recommendation systems - Progress tracking - Session reports and summaries
Used By: Mentors, coaches, startups, program hosts
Learn More: See Mentorship & Coaching
6. Forms Management Module¶
Purpose: Create and manage customizable forms for various data collection needs.
Key Features: - Drag-and-drop form builder - Custom field types and validation - Multi-step forms - Conditional logic - Form analytics and reporting - Response management
Used By: Program hosts, evaluators, startups
Learn More: See Forms Management
7. Appointment & Event Management Module¶
Purpose: Manage appointments, sessions, and community events.
Key Features: - Appointment scheduling - Calendar integration - Availability management - Event creation and promotion - RSVP management - Reminder notifications
Used By: All stakeholders
Learn More: See Community & Events
8. Data Analytics & Reporting Module¶
Purpose: Provide insights and analytics across all platform activities.
Key Features: - Custom report builder - Real-time dashboards - KPI tracking and visualization - Trend analysis - Comparative analytics - Data export capabilities
Used By: Program hosts, administrators, investors
Learn More: See Reporting and Analytics
9. Due Diligence Module¶
Purpose: Support investors and VCs in reviewing and evaluating investment opportunities.
Key Features: - Startup portfolio browsing - Document access and review - Progress tracking - Communication tools - Due diligence checklists - Investment reports
Used By: Investors, VCs, due diligence teams
Learn More: See Conducting Due Diligence
10. System Administration Module¶
Purpose: Configure and manage platform settings, users, and integrations.
Key Features: - User and role management - Permission configuration - System lookups and reference data - Integration management - Security and privacy settings - Platform configuration
Used By: System administrators, program administrators
Learn More: See System Setup
Module Integration¶
All modules are designed to work together seamlessly:
- Data Sharing: Information entered in one module is accessible in related modules where appropriate
- Unified User Experience: Consistent navigation and interface across all modules
- Cross-Module Workflows: Actions in one module can trigger processes in another
- Unified Reporting: Analytics and reports can combine data from multiple modules
Module Access by Role¶
Different roles have access to different modules based on their permissions:
| Role | Accessible Modules |
|---|---|
| Startup | Application Management, PMO (own projects), Training (enrolled courses), Mentorship (sessions), Forms (assigned) |
| Mentor | Mentorship & Coaching, PMO (assigned projects), Forms (evaluations) |
| Investor | Due Diligence, Startup Portfolios, Reporting |
| Trainee | Training & Learning, Forms (assessments) |
| Program Admin | All modules (program-level access) |
| System Admin | All modules (full platform access) |
Module Configuration¶
Program hosts can configure which modules are active for their programs and customize module settings to match their specific needs. This allows for flexibility in program design while maintaining consistency across the platform.
Learn More: See Customizing Program Parameters
Next Steps¶
- Get started with Signing Up and Login Process
- Explore role-specific documentation to understand how modules are used in your context
- Review Platform Modules Overview for detailed module documentation