General Overview of RaceDay Event Software:

RaceDay Event Software is designed to streamline event management, particularly for multi-stage events such as stage races or omniums. Here’s a breakdown of the software’s structure and functionality:

1. Event Structure:

   • The software is organized hierarchically with three primary components:
     • Event: This is the top-level unit. You can only have one event at a time.
     • Stages: Each event can include multiple stages. These stages are individual parts or days of the event (e.g., individual race days).
     • Categories: Under each stage, you can have multiple categories, which are typically based on the type of race or the demographics of participants (e.g., age groups, skill levels, or gender).

2. Omnium/Stage Race Considerations:

   • For events like omniums or stage races, it’s crucial that the same category names are used across all stages. This consistency ensures that points or times from one stage are correctly carried over to subsequent stages, allowing for proper overall scoring.

3. Key Takeaways:

   • One event can have multiple stages.
   • Each stage can have many categories.
   • Consistency in category naming is critical for multi-stage events to ensure proper tracking of participant progress and results.

This structure helps RaceDay manage the complexity of multi-stage events efficiently, keeping track of both individual and overall results.