The first time you login to activeCollab you'll see a Welcome Message instead of the regular Dashboard.
The Welcome Message is there to offer some pointers and general advice to make getting started with activeCollab as easy as possible. Here you'll find tips on: configuring the system for your needs; adding clients and people you'll be working with; creating and defining new projects; and much more.
To hide the Welcome Message and display the real Dashboard, simply click on the Hide Welcome Message button on the top-right of the screen.