Using BICS

These pages and sub-pages contain descriptions and explanations relating to installing and using BICS.

The section entitled "Requesting BICS" describes the steps (application procedure) for obtaining a version of BICS. After applying for BICS, you can download the software from the "BICS download" section.

We have grouped the descriptions relating to using BICS under the following headings:

• Installing the BICS program after you have downloaded the software via the Download section on this website.
• Quick start guide for BICS; how to use BICS, including:
  • Starting the BICS program for the first time.
  • Entering and Notifying voyages.
  • Sending log information and viewing BICS version information.
  • Important Settings  for configuring BICS.
• Overview of the available user manuals and other documentation.
• Various Tips and frequently asked questions (FAQs), grouped under the following category headings:
  • General
  • Installing BICS.
  • Starting-up BICS.
  • Configuration (setting up BICS).
  • Using BICS (entering voyages, notification).
  • Import/Export.
  • Updates in BICS (the automatic Updates).
  • Communication Tips.
  • Known problems and possible solutions.

If you require more (background and/or technical) information about BICS, please consult the "Documentation" section. Or please contact the BICS Helpdesk.