What's New

Latest updates and improvements to ForgeMRP

v2026.06.02

Outside Operations Scheduling & Enhanced Sourcing

New Features

  • Outside Operations on Production Board

    View and manage outside operations directly on the production board with specialized grouping and lead time editing

  • Enhanced Sourcing Pills

    See supplier names, prices, and apply costs directly from quote sourcing pills with improved visual design

  • AI Material Auto-fill

    Automatically extract material dimensions and sourcing information from uploaded drawings

  • Standard Stock Size Catalog

    Configure and use standard stock sizes for materials with per-shop customization

  • Document Reference Chips

    Enhanced document linking throughout the application with clickable reference chips

  • PDF Viewer Component

    Improved PDF viewing experience for quotes and documents

Bug Fixes

  • Quote to Job Conversion

    Fixed race condition issues when converting quotes to jobs

  • Material Editor Loading

    Resolved timing issues with material stock size overrides in the editor

  • RFQ Portal Queries

    Improved reliability of supplier portal queries

  • Job Status Updates

    Eliminated incorrect error messages when changing job statuses

  • Cost Calculation Accuracy

    Improved currency handling and cost calculations for sourcing and purchased items

Improvements

  • Production Board Layout

    Better column alignment and visual organization for outside operations

  • Quote and RFQ PDF Polish

    Enhanced visual design and layout of PDF outputs

  • Schedule Determinism

    More consistent and reliable production scheduling with proper holiday handling

  • Cost Warnings

    Added warnings for operations with zero hourly rates

  • Interface Terminology

    Updated labels and terminology for better clarity

Security

  • Webhook Security

    Enhanced webhook delivery reliability and duplicate prevention

  • Error Handling Improvements

    Better error reporting and monitoring capabilities

v2026.06.01

Enhanced Inventory Management and Production Stability

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed inventory receiving and stock management

    Resolved issues with purchase order receiving processes and automatic stock reversal when receipts are deleted

  • Fixed currency exchange rate handling

    Improved reliability of currency conversion with better error handling and fallback mechanisms

  • Fixed material pricing updates

    Corrected how material markup percentages are saved and displayed in quotations

  • Fixed quotation refresh issues

    Part pages now properly refresh to show applied pricing changes

Improvements

  • Enhanced production scheduling reliability

    Made Gantt chart schedule synchronization more resilient during concurrent operations

  • Improved job access controls

    Strengthened data security by properly scoping job modifications to company boundaries

Security

  • Security improvements

    Enhanced data access controls and isolation between company accounts

v2026.05.30

Enhanced Visual Experience and Improved Material Management

New Features

  • Part import tracking in quotes

    Parts imported from previous quotes now display a provenance badge to show their origin

  • Visual shape previews in materials settings

    Material shapes now display helpful illustrations instead of just initials for easier identification

  • Work order thumbnails in production list

    Production list view now shows part thumbnails for better visual identification of work orders

Bug Fixes

  • Material scrap mode persistence

    Scrap mode settings and units now properly save and persist when reloading the page

  • Threaded rod shape display

    Fixed visual rendering issue with threaded rod material shape

  • RFQ email subject clarity

    Cleaned up email subject lines for RFQ emails to remove redundant text

  • Global search functionality

    Restored proper search capabilities for materials and inventory items

Improvements

  • Better mobile layout

    Reduced page padding on mobile devices to provide more space for content

  • Larger production thumbnails

    Increased size of work order thumbnails in production view for better readability

v2026.05.29

Security Hardening & Platform Improvements

New Features

  • Unsaved Changes Protection

    Added comprehensive warnings when navigating away from unsaved changes across quotes, parts, RFQs, purchase orders, inspections, and inventory items

  • AI-Powered Drawing Auto-Orientation

    Drawings are now automatically oriented correctly when imported via AI or email

  • Job Time Tracking Display

    Live and clocked time tracking is now visible on job pages for better production monitoring

Bug Fixes

  • Part Notes Persistence

    Fixed issue where client-facing and internal notes on parts weren't being saved properly

  • PDF Thumbnail Generation

    Fixed thumbnails not updating when PDF drawings are rotated

  • Purchase Order Display Issues

    Resolved problems with PO bottlenecks, job linkage visibility, and PDF layout for small orders

  • ETA Calculation Accuracy

    Fixed ETA calculations to properly account for placed purchase orders and company-specific data

  • Modal Dropdown Visibility

    Fixed dropdown menus being cut off inside modal windows

  • File management improvements

    Fixed issues with file deletion to prevent orphaned objects and improved storage handling

  • Changelog page display

    Fixed page content positioning below the navigation bar

Improvements

  • Default Terms and Conditions

    Added populated default terms and conditions for quotes and purchase orders

  • Analytics tracking

    Added website analytics to better understand user engagement and improve the platform

Security

  • Data Access Controls

    Enhanced tenant isolation for ETA calculations

  • Comprehensive security improvements

    Multiple security enhancements including access controls, data protection, rate limiting, and防护措施 against various attack vectors

v2026.05.28

Enhanced Production Scheduling with Gantt Chart Improvements

New Features

  • Comprehensive tax calculation system

    Added support for GST/QST tax calculations with proper handling for Quebec companies and purchase order tax breakdowns

  • Enhanced STEP file viewer with dimensions

    STEP file viewer now displays bounding box dimensions for better part visualization

  • Improved PDF viewer controls

    Added open-in-new-tab button to PDF viewer for better document handling

  • Automated quote drawings transfer

    Quote drawings are now automatically copied to jobs when converting quotes to jobs

  • Enhanced production schedule persistence

    Production schedules are now automatically saved and synchronized across the Gantt chart and production board

Bug Fixes

  • Production scheduling reliability

    Fixed issues with job ETA calculations and schedule synchronization between different views

  • Gantt chart display improvements

    Resolved overlapping operations display and improved lane stacking for better schedule visualization

  • File thumbnail and attachment handling

    Fixed thumbnail display issues and improved file attachment dropzone functionality

  • Demo data cloning process

    Resolved issues with administrative demo data import and user management

Improvements

  • Enhanced Gantt chart time display

    Non-working days are now properly flagged on the time axis and date headers extend to show complete schedules

  • Better file management interface

    Improved thumbnail sharpness, hover button visibility, and overall file handling experience

  • Streamlined cache management

    Centralized data refresh system for better application performance and consistency

  • Admin interface enhancements

    Improved account management with collapsible lists and better organization of internal accounts

v2026.05.27

New Navigation Bar with Enhanced User Experience

New Features

  • New top navigation bar

    Added a modern navigation bar with quick access to search, AI chat, help, and user profile

  • Enhanced profile menu

    Added profile avatar with user initials and dropdown menu including admin access and sign-out option

  • Improved bug reporting

    Added dedicated bug report panel with screenshot capture functionality

  • Mobile-friendly navigation

    Enhanced mobile navigation with collapsible drawer for better usability on smaller screens

Bug Fixes

  • Navigation layout alignment

    Fixed logo alignment and content positioning in the navigation areas

  • Mobile layout improvements

    Resolved issues with mobile navigation drawer and secondary action accessibility

Improvements

  • Settings page layout polish

    Improved visual design and organization of company settings and configuration pages

  • Production interface refinements

    Enhanced the production board interface with better filtering and layout

v2026.05.26

Enhanced Purchasing with MOQ-Aware Ordering

New Features

  • MOQ-Aware Purchase Order Creation

    When converting RFQs to purchase orders, the system now automatically considers minimum order quantities (MOQs) to ensure orders meet supplier requirements

  • Rate Keep/Refresh Prompt for Part Reuse

    When reusing parts in quotes, users can now choose to keep existing rates or refresh them with current pricing

  • French Language Support

    Complete French translations added for all public pages, blog posts, and help documentation

  • Admin Demo Data Import

    Internal administrators can now clone demo data for training and testing purposes

Bug Fixes

  • Cycle Time Display

    Job routing now properly shows cycle times in HH:MM:SS format instead of raw seconds

  • Lead Time Calculation

    Lead times and delivery dates now correctly follow the production schedule for accurate business day calculations

  • Quote Validation Errors

    Fixed error messages showing technical validation details instead of user-friendly messages

  • Supplier RFQ Form

    Fixed saw-cut tolerance display and unit price formatting issues in supplier portal

Improvements

  • Lead Time Input Labels

    Clarified that lead time inputs are measured in calendar days to remove confusion

v2026.05.25

Quote Management and AI Assistant Improvements

New Features

  • Holiday ranges for production scheduling

    Define shutdown periods in your production schedule to automatically account for holidays and planned downtime

  • Per-part client notes on quotes

    Add custom client-facing notes to individual parts that appear on quote PDFs for better communication

  • Automatic expired quote status tracking

    Quotes now automatically show as 'Expired' when they pass their expiration date, making it easier to identify and follow up on lapsed opportunities

Bug Fixes

  • Enhanced CAD file support in AI Assistant

    Fixed issues with uploading CAD files to the AI chat and added drag-and-drop functionality for easier file sharing

  • Improved email system reliability

    Better error tracking for email processing to prevent lost messages and improve system diagnostics

Improvements

  • Reorganized Purchase Order and RFQ information display

    Information on Purchase Order and Request for Quote detail pages is now grouped into logical sections for easier navigation and improved readability

v2026.05.23

Enhanced File Storage and Security Updates

Improvements

  • Improved file attachment handling

    Enhanced reliability and performance of file uploads and attachments across jobs, purchase orders, and quotes

Security

  • Security improvements

    Enhanced access control and data protection measures

v2026.05.22

Enhanced File Security & AI Assistant Improvements

Bug Fixes

  • Improved search accuracy for RFQ and requirements

    Fixed search results to properly filter by your company's data and show more relevant results

  • Enhanced job status display reliability

    Fixed issues where job detail pages could show incorrect status information

  • File thumbnail generation now works correctly

    Fixed an issue where document and image thumbnails weren't generating properly

Improvements

  • Reduced system noise in monitoring

    Cleaned up non-critical system messages to focus on important alerts

  • Enhanced file viewing and uploading experience

    Improved reliability and performance when viewing documents, drawings, and uploading files across the platform

Security

  • Security improvements for file access and AI assistant

    Enhanced data protection and access controls for company files and AI-powered features

v2026.05.21

AI-Powered Bug Reporting and Production Status Updates

New Features

  • Public API v1 with comprehensive endpoints

    Complete REST API for quotes, purchase orders, clients, suppliers, jobs, and more with authentication, rate limiting, and webhook support

  • Quote stage lead time tracking

    End-to-end lead time calculations and breakdown display for better production planning

  • Multi-currency support for quotes

    Set different currencies per line item in quotes with automatic rollup calculations

  • RFQ foreign currency support

    Request for quotes can now use foreign currencies with exchange rate resolution

  • API webhooks system

    Automated webhook delivery with retry logic and signed payloads for integration partners

  • Mobile navigation improvements

    Added hamburger menu for mobile users and improved help documentation access

  • Packing slip PDF download

    Added ability to download packing slips as PDF files and improved printing to single page format

  • AI-Powered Bug Reporting

    Report bugs directly from the Forge AI assistant panel with automatic screenshot capture and context collection

Bug Fixes

  • Document numbering scope

    Fixed document numbers to be unique per company instead of per user

  • Quote thumbnail display

    Automatically backfill missing part thumbnails on quote pages

  • API bundle optimization

    Prevented server modules from leaking into client bundles

  • Fixed RFQ number assignment conflicts

    Resolved issues where multiple users creating RFQs simultaneously could encounter numbering conflicts

  • Fixed document numbering conflicts

    Resolved issues where multiple users could receive the same document numbers when creating orders, invoices, or other documents simultaneously

  • Billing subscription processing

    Fixed an issue where certain subscription status updates from payment processing could fail to save properly

  • QuickBooks integration stability

    Fixed connection issues that could occur when multiple users accessed QuickBooks integration simultaneously

  • Equipment management improvements

    Fixed display issues with equipment modals and improved rate copying between processes

  • Material sourcing quantity calculations

    Fixed saw-cut sourcing to properly include scrap allowance in quantity calculations

  • Forge AI assistant improvements

    Resolved issues with AI tools availability and enabled CAD file uploads for better project assistance

  • Supplier management workflow

    Improved user experience when adding new suppliers by automatically focusing the name field

  • Password reset functionality

    Resolved issues preventing users from successfully resetting their passwords

  • Email processing reliability

    Fixed email inbox handling to properly process incoming messages

  • Production Status Filter Labels

    Fixed labeling of production status filter options for better clarity

Improvements

  • Enhanced API documentation

    Complete developer guides and OpenAPI reference documentation

  • API management interface

    New settings section for managing API keys and webhooks

  • Shipment document numbering

    Updated shipment document prefixes from 'SH-' to 'S-' for cleaner document identification

  • Standardized Job and Work Order Statuses

    Unified status handling across jobs and work orders for more consistent workflow management

Security

  • Security improvements

    Enhanced authorization controls and data isolation

v2026.05.20

Theme Display and Configuration Fixes

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed theme display issues on public pages

    Resolved light theme not displaying correctly on public content pages and improved live theme switching functionality

  • Fixed embed configuration handling

    Corrected environment variable usage for embed functionality with proper fallback support

v2026.05.19

Enhanced Authentication Security

Improvements

  • Enhanced email delivery system

    Migrated to improved email infrastructure (mail.forgemrp.com) for better deliverability of notifications, quotes, purchase orders, and RFQ communications

Security

  • Enhanced authentication security

    Strengthened user authentication system with improved token validation and security measures

v2026.05.16

TypeScript Code Quality and Test Infrastructure Improvements

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed ETA calculations for received purchase orders

    Purchase order lines that are fully received now correctly show as 'received' status in ETA calculations for materials and purchased items

  • Fixed quotation autofill crashes

    Resolved crashes when using autofill functionality in quotations after recent material type updates

  • Fixed end-to-end testing configuration

    Resolved issues with automated tests not connecting to the correct server during test runs

  • Fixed STEP file import functionality

    Corrected technical issues with importing STEP CAD files into the system

Improvements

  • Enhanced ETA workflow routing

    Streamlined critical-path actions to route directly to Sourcing section for better workflow efficiency

  • Better job customer information organization

    Reorganized customer and order information display into more logical groupings for easier navigation

  • Enhanced code quality and type safety

    Implemented comprehensive improvements to ensure more reliable data handling throughout the application

v2026.05.15

Enhanced Job ETA Display

New Features

  • Automated Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) calculations

    New intelligent system automatically calculates and updates delivery estimates for jobs, production orders, purchase orders, and work orders based on critical path analysis and lead times

  • Job ETA Card with Snooze Functionality

    Added comprehensive ETA tracking cards for jobs with the ability to snooze and manage delivery timelines directly from the job interface

  • Smart Purchase Order Creation

    Introduced intelligent purchase order generation triggered by ETA analysis and production requirements

  • ETA Notification Banner

    Added prominent banners in the purchasing module to alert users when ETA-related actions are needed

  • At-Risk Jobs Dashboard Widget

    Added new dashboard widget to monitor jobs that are at risk of missing their estimated delivery dates, helping identify potential delays before they impact customers

  • Production ETA Badges

    Added visual ETA indicators on the production board to help track job completion times

  • At-Risk Job Filtering

    New filter option to quickly identify and focus on production jobs that are at risk of missing their deadlines

  • Advanced Production Time Estimates for Quotes

    Added sophisticated production timeline calculations to help provide more accurate delivery estimates during the quotation process

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed lead time calculations in parts and quotes

    Resolved issues where estimated lead times weren't properly connected across the quotation system

  • Outside operation names now support spaces and free text

    You can now enter operation names with spaces and special characters without restrictions

  • ETA Recalculation on Status Changes

    Fixed issue where estimated time of arrival wasn't properly updating when jobs were snoozed or unsnoozed

Improvements

  • Standardized lead time field naming

    Improved consistency in how lead times are displayed and managed across all purchasing and quotation screens

  • Enhanced production scheduling capabilities

    Improved scheduling engine with better dependency tracking and automated recomputation of timelines

  • Enhanced Production Board Visibility

    Improved production tracking with better visual cues for job status and timing

  • Streamlined ETA information display

    Estimated delivery dates are now integrated directly into the Customer & Order Info section for better visibility and easier access

v2026.05.14

Billing Access Improvements

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed material waste calculation affecting required totals

    End waste calculations no longer incorrectly inflate the total material required for projects

  • Improved material shape preview display on wide screens

    Material shape previews now display properly without stretching on ultra-wide monitors

  • Enhanced trial expiration handling

    Users with expired trials are now properly redirected to subscription options

  • Billing access control

    Fixed handling of missing subscription records to properly block access when subscription data is unavailable

  • Billing subscription validation fixes

    Resolved issues with subscription access verification to ensure proper billing controls

  • Billing page access for suspended accounts

    Users with billing issues can now access payment pages even when their account is temporarily restricted

Improvements

  • Simplified founder pricing display

    Pricing pages now show only remaining founder slots instead of total count for cleaner presentation

  • Enhanced billing system monitoring

    Improved diagnostic capabilities for better troubleshooting of subscription-related issues

v2026.05.13

New Public Pricing Page with Founder Pricing

New Features

  • USD currency display on billing pages

    Subscription and checkout pages now clearly show pricing in USD currency

  • Public pricing page with special Founder pricing slots

    Added a new pricing page featuring limited-time Founder pricing options and detailed comparisons with traditional MRP systems

Bug Fixes

  • RFQ title generation improved

    Request for Quote documents now automatically get a "Material Request" title with sequential numbering

Improvements

  • Streamlined quantity input controls

    Unified lot and unit quantity toggles across quotation forms for better consistency

v2026.05.09

Enhanced Material Shape Management

New Features

  • Material grouping control in RFQ creation

    Added toggle option to opt out of combining identical materials when creating RFQs

  • Enhanced RFQ email formatting

    RFQ notes now display in high-visibility callout blocks for better readability

  • Material shape editing

    Added ability to edit existing material shapes with improved user interface and validation

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed AI scratch data cleanup process

    Resolved an issue where the automated cleanup of temporary AI data was not working properly

  • Fixed quote PDF generation to show customer-supplied material descriptions

    Quote PDFs now properly display material descriptions provided by customers

  • Resolved batch embedding processing issues

    Fixed automated data processing that was broken since March 29th

  • RFQ data structure improvements

    Fixed issues with RFQ line item creation and data grouping

  • RFQ description accuracy

    Removed irrelevant parts information from operation descriptions

  • System cleanup and maintenance

    Improved background task processing and data cleanup

  • Purchase Order modal improvements

    Fixed multiple issues with creating purchase orders including form layout, date picker display, and workflow improvements

  • Search functionality repairs

    Resolved issues with searching quote part operations and material types

  • Material shape archiving reliability

    Fixed issues with archiving material shapes and improved error handling with clearer error messages

  • Data consistency after material operations

    Resolved cache invalidation issues that could cause stale data after saving or archiving material shapes

Improvements

  • Simplified RFQ creation workflow

    Streamlined file upload process by removing per-line upload zones

  • Streamlined purchase order creation

    Simplified the purchase order creation process with better form organization and unified labeling

  • System shape protection

    Added visual indicators and locks to prevent editing of system-defined material shapes

  • User interface enhancements

    Improved accessibility with better button labels and visual feedback during save operations

Security

  • Security improvements

    Enhanced data access controls for material shape management

v2026.05.08

Enhanced Subscription Management with Two-Phase Native Billing

New Features

  • Native billing management interface

    Replace external redirects with integrated billing controls directly within the application

  • Inline checkout experience

    Streamlined subscription signup process embedded within the application

  • Invoice management

    View and manage invoices directly from your billing dashboard

  • Payment method updates

    Update payment information without leaving the application

  • Subscription control

    Cancel and resume subscriptions directly from your account settings

  • Automatic tax calculation

    Integrated tax calculation based on customer location

  • Two-Phase Native Subscription Flow

    Streamlined subscription process that separates address collection from payment, providing a smoother user experience with tax-aware pricing

  • Founder Slot Management

    Automatic founder slot claiming and payment method mirroring for eligible subscriptions

Bug Fixes

  • Trial banner visibility

    Trial notifications now properly hide after successful subscription

  • Customer account creation

    Streamlined account setup process during first-time checkout

  • Terms and privacy links

    Legal agreement links now display correctly during signup

  • Subscription Renewal Stability

    Fixed invoice payment handling to prevent duplicate slot claims during subscription renewals

Improvements

  • Enhanced Subscription Form Accessibility

    Improved accessibility features and cleaner interface for the subscription form

v2026.05.07

Self-Serve Signup and PDF Rotation Persistence

New Features

  • 3-level material classification system

    Materials now organized with Family › Grade › Specification breadcrumbs across RFQs, purchase orders, inventory, and job management for better organization and clarity

  • Material specification tracking in RFQs

    RFQ line items now display and group by material specifications, preventing incorrect merging of requirements with different specs

  • Optional specification field for material types

    Added ability to define specifications when creating material types for more detailed material classification

  • Self-serve signup system

    Users can now sign up directly without joining a waitlist. Includes email verification and admin invite capabilities.

  • PDF rotation persistence

    PDF viewer rotation settings are now saved and remembered across sessions for all document types including RFQs, purchase orders, and file revisions.

  • Trial warning email notifications

    Automated email reminders are sent when trial periods are nearing expiration.

Bug Fixes

  • PDF viewer controls in portrait mode

    Fixed clipped controls and added 90° rotation button for better document viewing experience

  • Job receipts comparison accuracy

    Fixed inventory comparisons to use correct stock units instead of part counts for accurate tracking

  • Quotation page layout

    Removed width restrictions so quotation lists now fill the full available screen space

  • Operations markup display

    Added missing percentage symbol to markup rate displays for clarity

  • RFQ manual response modal

    Fixed truncated line descriptions in manual response forms to show complete information

  • Job modal field alignment

    Improved visual alignment of fields in the Create Job modal for better user experience

  • Purchase order job unlinking confirmation

    Added confirmation dialog when unlinking jobs from purchase orders to prevent accidental changes

  • Equipment rate display precision

    Fixed equipment rates to display consistently rounded to 2 decimal places

  • Safari browser compatibility improvements

    Enhanced compatibility across PDF viewing, date handling, forms, and local storage in Safari.

  • Billing subscription tracking

    Improved accuracy of subscription period tracking through Stripe integration.

  • Legal document formatting

    Corrected text formatting issues in terms of service and privacy policy pages.

Improvements

  • Renamed 'Category' to 'Material Family'

    Updated terminology throughout the interface for clearer material classification

  • Enhanced quotation page layout

    Removed width restrictions on quotation pages for better content display.

  • Better subscription blocking notifications

    Users now see clearer messaging about subscription issues and trial end warnings.

Security

  • Security improvements

    Enhanced signup process security measures including reCAPTCHA integration and user verification requirements.

v2026.05.04

Modal Interface Improvements

Improvements

  • Enhanced modal dialogs throughout the application

    Improved visual design and user experience across inventory, purchasing, RFQ, and other modal windows with better header styling and layout optimization

v2026.05.01

Enhanced Forge AI with Bulk File Processing

New Features

  • Bulk file upload and processing

    Process multiple manufacturing drawings and documents simultaneously with intelligent batching and progress tracking

  • Smart file grouping

    Automatically groups related files by filename patterns for more efficient processing

  • Improved file upload experience

    Faster, more reliable file uploads with better progress indicators and error handling

  • Automated file cleanup

    Temporary files are automatically cleaned up after 24 hours to maintain system performance

Bug Fixes

  • AI chat interface improvements

    Fixed display issues with modal dialogs and progress indicators

Improvements

  • Enhanced AI processing efficiency

    Optimized file processing with better memory management and batch orchestration

Security

  • Security improvements

    Enhanced file handling and authentication security measures

v2026.04.30

Enhanced Quality Inspection and RFQ Response Management

New Features

  • Editable unit numbers in quality inspections

    Unit numbers can now be modified directly in the inspection interface

  • Per-part file attachments for inspections

    Upload and manage files for individual parts within quality inspections

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed RFQ quote application for manual responses

    Manual responses with total-only pricing now properly apply to quotes

  • Improved inspection series modal stability

    Resolved interface instability issues in the inspection series configuration

Improvements

  • Streamlined inspection setup interface

    Simplified and more efficient quality inspection configuration workflow

v2026.04.22

Quality Testing Improvements and Security Enhancements

Bug Fixes

  • Improved login error messages

    Login errors now display clearer, more helpful messages to guide users when authentication fails

  • Better session cleanup

    User data is now properly cleared when logging out or when authentication issues occur

  • Quality inspection testing reliability

    Improved stability of quality control testing workflows

Security

  • Security improvements

    Enhanced security measures for purchase requirements data access

v2026.04.21

Enhanced Data Management and System Reliability

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed billing subscription data processing

    Resolved issues with subscription information not displaying correctly in billing sections

  • Fixed admin user data deletion scope

    Corrected an issue where admin user data deletion was targeting the wrong data scope

  • Improved user data cleanup process

    Fixed issues with removing user data to ensure proper handling of related information

v2026.04.20

Quality Inspection System Expansion

New Features

  • Enhanced Quality Inspection System

    Added comprehensive inspection capabilities including First Article Inspection (FAI), in-process series tracking, qualitative inspection rows, and multi-report editor with tree view organization

  • Production Board Integration

    Added inspection status badges and quick-record shortcuts directly on the production board for streamlined quality tracking

  • Advanced Inspection Permissions

    New granular permission controls for inspection deletion and cascade operations

  • Excel-Style Duration Input

    Duration fields now accept Excel-like formulas that automatically calculate minutes

Bug Fixes

  • Material Cost Calculations

    Fixed issues with material rollup totals not aligning with header displays and improved cost breakdown accuracy

  • Inspection Data Persistence

    Resolved issues with inspection data not saving properly and improved error handling for dimension extraction

  • Authentication Session Management

    Improved handling of authentication sessions to prevent ghost sessions and better error reporting

  • File Upload Stability

    Fixed job detail page crashes that occurred during file uploads

Improvements

  • Material Header Formatting

    Enhanced material dimension display with shape-aware formatting for better readability

  • Test Suite Reliability

    Improved end-to-end test stability and reduced flakiness in automated testing

v2026.04.18

Enhanced Type Safety and System Reliability

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed deployment type checking

    Resolved issues with database type validation during deployment process

Improvements

  • Enhanced system reliability

    Improved type safety across quotation, purchasing, and inventory modules for better data integrity

  • Streamlined data validation

    Consolidated formula validation components for more consistent user input handling

v2026.04.17

Database Performance Optimized

New Features

  • Create & Send RFQ in one action

    New dual-button workflow allows you to either save an RFQ as draft or create and immediately send it to all suppliers

  • Redesigned purchased items interface

    Streamlined form with better layout, formula display, and support for customer-supplied items with total units calculation

  • Automatic RFQ title generation

    RFQs now automatically generate titles using your company name and RFQ number for better organization

  • Localized RFQ email sending

    RFQ emails are now sent in the appropriate language based on your locale settings

  • Customizable Production Board Layout

    Users can now reorder process columns and collapse process groups on the production board. These preferences are automatically saved and restored.

  • Machine Workload Indicators

    Production board now displays workload badges for each machine, making it easier to see capacity at a glance.

  • Enhanced Material Specification Tracking

    Material specifications are now better preserved and tracked throughout the system, improving data consistency.

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed material specification handling

    Resolved issues with material spec data structure in RFQ creation

  • Improved RFQ and Purchase Order status updates

    Status changes now use more reliable transactional updates to prevent data inconsistencies

  • Fixed job ID preservation

    Job IDs are now properly maintained when converting RFQs to Purchase Orders

  • Better error handling for RFQ sending

    Improved error messages and handling when sending RFQs to suppliers fails

  • Fixed loading states

    Purchase Order edit and receive buttons no longer show as available while data is still loading

  • Outside Operation Lead Time Display

    Lead times for outside operations now correctly display in days instead of an unclear format.

  • Long Part Name Display

    Part names that are too long now properly wrap in production board cards and packing slips instead of being cut off.

  • Material Data Consistency

    Fixed issues where material specification data wasn't properly maintained during quote and RFQ operations.

Improvements

  • Enhanced purchased items cost calculations

    Better formula display and calculation accuracy for purchased items in quotations

  • Improved RFQ supplier management

    Better handling of supplier contact resolution and invitation tracking

  • Production Board Performance

    Optimized production board rendering and interaction performance.

  • Material Data Management

    Streamlined how material data is handled throughout the system for better reliability and performance.

  • Database optimization

    Removed unused database objects to improve system performance and reduce storage overhead

v2026.04.16

Enhanced Purchase Order Management and Quote Workflow

New Features

  • Improved purchase order creation from RFQ responses

    Streamlined the process of converting RFQ responses into purchase orders with better data handling

  • Enhanced purchase order update capabilities

    More reliable and efficient updating of purchase order information

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed quote client notes preservation

    Client-facing notes now remain visible when previewing quotes on the send page

  • Corrected navigation in Purchasing section

    Sidebar now properly directs to the main Purchasing overview instead of RFQ subtab

  • Fixed tax calculations on part pages

    Cost calculations now properly align with place-of-supply tax requirements

  • Fixed PDF viewer error messages

    PDF loading errors now show helpful, actionable error messages instead of generic failures

  • Resolved quote auto-save issue

    Unsaved draft quotes are now automatically saved when clicking Review & Send

  • Fixed supplier portal terms auto-fill

    Payment and delivery terms now properly pre-fill from supplier defaults in the RFQ portal

  • Prevented data loss during background updates

    User edits are no longer overwritten when the system refreshes data in the background

  • Fixed purchase order source tracking

    Purchase orders created from RFQ responses now properly maintain their source information for better traceability

Improvements

  • Better RFQ and purchase order performance

    Improved loading speeds and responsiveness when working with RFQs and purchase orders

v2026.04.15

Inventory Materials & Tax Engine Improvements

New Features

  • Inventory as Material Source

    Materials can now be sourced directly from inventory with three processing options: use stock as-is, saw cut to length, or other custom processing

Bug Fixes

  • Tax Calculation Improvements

    Fixed GST/HST calculations to properly use place of supply and added vendor registration settings for more accurate tax handling

  • Quote Duplication

    Fixed issue where files weren't copied when duplicating quotes

  • Email Localization

    Purchase order and quote emails now display in the recipient's preferred language

  • Purchasing Requirements View

    Inventory-sourced materials are now properly excluded from the purchasing requirements view

  • Image Display Issues

    Fixed alignment and sizing issues with various images throughout the application

  • Dropdown Menu Usability

    Fixed issue where 'Add New' button in dropdown menus could scroll out of view

Improvements

  • Error Monitoring

    Enhanced error tracking for team member loading issues

Security

  • Data Access Controls

    Security improvements to ensure proper company data isolation

v2026.04.13

Blog System Launch with Featured Images and SEO

New Features

  • Company Blog

    Added a complete blog system with manufacturing-focused content including guides on MRP software, job shop management, and industry trends

  • Blog Email Subscriptions

    Readers can now subscribe to receive blog updates via email

  • Enhanced SEO

    Added sitemap and robots.txt for better search engine visibility

Bug Fixes

  • Blog Display Issues

    Fixed various layout and formatting issues with blog posts and listings

Improvements

  • Featured Images

    All blog posts now include professional featured images for better visual appeal

  • Blog Navigation

    Enhanced blog browsing with filtering by topic and improved card layouts

  • Test Reliability

    Improved automated testing stability for better software quality

v2026.04.11

Enhanced Material Management with Three-Level Taxonomy System

New Features

  • Three-level material taxonomy system

    New hierarchical material organization with categories, types, and specifications for better material management

  • Equipment management improvements

    Replace 'Select Existing' with 'Copy from Existing' workflow for easier equipment setup

  • Enhanced quote management

    Added Create Job button on sent quotes and danger zone for quote deletion

  • Material archiving and restoration

    Ability to archive and restore materials with cascade confirmation for dependent items

Bug Fixes

  • Purchase order creation reliability

    Fixed race conditions and button states when creating purchase orders

  • Authentication and session handling

    Improved client-side authentication with better session management

  • Material data consistency

    Resolved issues with archived materials showing correctly in RFQs and purchase orders

Improvements

  • Test suite stability

    Significant improvements to automated testing reliability and performance

  • User interface consistency

    Consolidated duplicate components and improved form interactions

Security

  • Enhanced data access controls

    Improved security for material queries and company data isolation

v2026.04.09

Production and Materials Management Improvements

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed material quantity display format

    Bar materials now display quantities in the correct decimal format instead of showing as required fields

  • PDF viewer stability improvements

    Fixed issues with PDF thumbnails failing during cancelled render operations

  • Authentication reliability enhancements

    Resolved login issues that could cause invisible redirect loops

  • Fixed material bars-required calculations in RFQ process

    Standard stock material requirements now display and calculate correctly when creating requests for quotes

  • Resolved production data loading issues

    Work orders and production information now load more reliably without blocking the application

  • Fixed file thumbnail display glitches

    PDF thumbnails no longer flash or display incorrectly when viewing file revisions

  • Improved file revision cache handling

    File changes now update consistently across all related views

Improvements

  • Client data management optimization

    Streamlined client contact information storage for better performance

  • Enhanced PDF thumbnail management

    Added ability to regenerate thumbnails and improved caching for better performance

Security

  • Security improvements

    Enhanced data isolation to prevent unauthorized access to cross-company information

v2026.04.08

Redesigned Material Selection with Guided 3-Step Process

New Features

  • New dashboard onboarding experience

    Added welcome panel with guided setup, redesigned onboarding checklist, and discovery section to help new users get started

  • Enhanced pipeline overview

    Added colored headers with icons to pipeline cards and new production tracking card in a 2x2 grid layout

  • Account preferences improvements

    Added ability to edit your name and toggle onboarding visibility in Account Preferences

  • Forge AI integration

    Forge AI now opens in sidebar with updated AI Inbox interface

  • Comprehensive help documentation system

    New built-in help center with searchable articles and AI-powered assistance to help you get the most out of ForgeMRP

  • Multiple RFQ responses from suppliers

    Suppliers can now submit multiple responses to the same RFQ, giving you more pricing options and flexibility in your procurement process

  • Automatic quote unlocking when jobs are cancelled

    When you cancel a job, the associated quote is automatically unlocked so you can make changes or reuse it for other opportunities

  • 3-Step Guided Material Selection Process

    Restructured material configuration into clear, numbered steps for easier quote creation

  • Dynamic Material Sourcing Options

    Updated sourcing descriptions that adapt based on whether materials are customer-supplied or not

Bug Fixes

  • Material cost display accuracy

    Fixed material summary values to remove unnecessary decimals and properly display bar requirements

  • Standard-stock RFQ improvements

    Fixed quantity and dimension handling for standard-stock materials in RFQs and supplier portal

  • Client dropdown issues

    Resolved dropdown clipping and contact information being lost when reopening modals

  • Date picker display

    Fixed date picker clipping issues in purchase order line items and improved height matching

  • Purchase order cache

    Fixed purchase order list not updating after creating new orders

  • Improved job deletion error messages

    Clearer error messages when jobs cannot be deleted due to existing purchase orders or RFQs

  • Fixed Material Section Display Issues

    Resolved dropdown clipping problems and restored proper section header styling

Improvements

  • Redesigned material sourcing interface

    Updated sourcing mode selector with better visual hierarchy and connected tabs

  • Enhanced part management

    Improved part action buttons with better hover states and inline placement

  • Streamlined form inputs

    Reduced padding and font sizes across input fields, selects, and text areas for better density

  • Quote layout improvements

    Reorganized quote details with better spacing and 3-column layout for notes and files

  • Updated inventory icon

    Refreshed inventory sidebar icon with new leaf/petal design

  • Enhanced Material Section Layout

    New 50/50 split design with improved iOS-style toggle switches and better visual hierarchy

  • Improved Cost Input Interface

    Streamlined cost breakdown section with contextual hints, optimized field sizes, and better spacing

  • Cleaner Material Dimensions Display

    Removed unnecessary outlines, improved spacing, and enhanced shape visualization with thicker SVG lines

  • Simplified Material Reset Function

    Replaced confusing X button with clear 'Reset material' button next to section title

Security

  • Security improvements

    Enhanced error handling and security measures based on review findings

  • Security improvements

    Enhanced validation and type safety across various system components

v2026.04.07

Enhanced File Processing and Performance Improvements

New Features

  • Manual line item addition to RFQs

    Add custom line items directly to Request for Quotes on the detail page

  • Inventory item editing

    Edit existing inventory items with updated validation and user interface

  • Editable RFQ titles

    Modify RFQ titles directly from the detail page

  • Increased file upload limits

    Chat file size limit raised to 35MB and maximum files per message increased to 100

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed infinite loading issues on quote pages

    Resolved authentication cache loop that was causing pages to load indefinitely

  • Improved error messages for inventory and purchase orders

    Made validation error messages more user-friendly and easier to understand

  • Fixed cost calculation errors

    Added protection against missing operation rate data that could cause calculation failures

  • Resolved database connectivity issues

    Fixed type compatibility problems that could cause errors when accessing inventory, purchase orders, quotations, and other core features

  • Improved application stability

    Fixed authentication session handling to prevent unexpected logouts and connection errors

  • Purchase order receipt failures now show proper error messages

    Fixed an issue where purchase order receipts would fail silently without notifying users of the problem

  • Database trigger corrections

    Fixed company ID population for inspection reports and file revision files

  • Authentication display issues

    Resolved user interface inconsistencies in authentication components

  • Type compatibility errors

    Fixed programming errors that could cause application instability

  • Resolved slow page loading issues

    Fixed intermittent multi-minute page loads caused by database connection delays

  • Improved file-to-part mapping accuracy

    Fixed issues where AI assistant couldn't properly match uploaded files to manufacturing parts

Improvements

  • Enhanced deployment process

    Added option to skip end-to-end tests during deployment for faster releases

  • Enhanced system performance

    Updated underlying database connections for better reliability across all manufacturing modules

Security

  • Security improvements

    Updated authentication system and resolved security anti-patterns

v2026.04.01

Enhanced 3D Model Viewer with X-Ray Mode

New Features

  • Enhanced Material Cost Management

    Added comprehensive shipping cost and markup mode tracking across all material types (custom, inventory, standard stock, and saw-cut)

  • Improved Cost Calculator

    Enhanced cost calculation engine with better handling of purchased items and material costs

  • Terms & Conditions editor in Quote Details

    Add and edit terms & conditions directly within the quote details section

  • Empty state screens for Purchase Orders and Suppliers

    Helpful guidance when lists are empty to improve user experience

  • Color-coded document badges

    Document links now display with color coding based on destination type for better organization

  • X-Ray Mode for 3D Models

    New x-ray visualization mode for STEP and STL files allows you to see internal structures and hidden components

  • 3D Model Thumbnails

    Preview thumbnails are now generated for STEP and STL files for easier identification

Bug Fixes

  • Cost Calculation Consistency

    Fixed inconsistencies in shipping costs, markup modes, and purchased item calculations across different material modes

  • Job Creation Reliability

    Resolved issues with null values and missing company data when creating new jobs

  • Material Data Persistence

    Fixed shipping costs and markup modes not being properly saved and restored in material configurations

  • Purchased Items Filtering

    Improved filtering of customer-supplied items and handling of zero-quantity scenarios

  • Quote deletion confirmation dialog

    Added confirmation prompt to prevent accidental quote deletion

  • Auto-save before navigating to part editor

    Quote changes are automatically saved when switching to part editing mode

  • Review & Send crash prevention

    Fixed application crash when trying to review quotes without assigned clients

  • Multi-word avatar abbreviations

    Avatar initials now correctly display for names with multiple words

  • Purchase order date picker consistency

    Standardized date picker component for PO line item delivery dates

  • Real-time status counter updates

    Status counters now update immediately when quote status changes inline

  • Fixed material data synchronization issues

    Resolved problems with adding and updating materials in quotes that could cause data inconsistencies

  • Fixed quote materials database constraints

    Corrected database issues that could prevent proper handling of materials within quotes

  • 3D Viewer Memory Leaks

    Fixed GPU memory issues and visual corruption when using x-ray mode on 3D models

Improvements

  • Testing Infrastructure

    Enhanced end-to-end testing reliability and performance with better configuration and faster execution

  • Development Pipeline

    Streamlined deployment process with integrated linting, testing, and building

  • Redesigned parts view with enhanced layout

    New edge-to-edge thumbnail design and vertical routing display for better visual organization

  • Consolidated Quote Details section

    Merged payment terms into Quote Details and improved overall layout for better usability

  • Section-colored interface elements

    Added consistent color coding across accordion headers, buttons, and operation toggles for better navigation

  • Unified cost display formatting

    Standardized cost displays across all components for consistent presentation

  • Refined material summary cards

    Condensed layout with badge-style machinability indicators for cleaner presentation

  • Enhanced quotation performance

    Removed redundant database queries to improve quote loading speed

  • Enhanced system reliability and testing infrastructure

    Improved overall system stability through better automated testing and deployment processes

  • Enhanced 3D Model Lighting

    Improved lighting and edge rendering for better visualization of STEP and STL files

Security

  • Authentication system improvements

    Enhanced security and reliability of user authentication processes

v2026.03.31

Enhanced Purchase Order Email System with PDF Attachments

New Features

  • Purchase Order Email with PDF Attachments

    Send purchase orders via email with PDF attachments directly from a dedicated send page, replacing the previous modal interface

  • Multi-language PDF Support

    PDF previews and attachments are now generated in the recipient's preferred language

Bug Fixes

  • Purchase Order Data Handling

    Fixed issues with inventory sourcing mode selection and data field handling in purchase order forms

Improvements

  • Email Composition Interface

    Streamlined email composer with improved PDF preview functionality for purchase orders

v2026.03.30

Enhanced Localization and Performance Improvements

New Features

  • Complete Inventory Management Module

    New inventory system with item tracking, quantity adjustments, transaction history, and automatic stock updates from purchase order receipts

  • Enhanced Purchase Order Creation

    Structured purchase order lines with dedicated forms for materials, purchased items, and outside processes, plus improved validation and type-specific handling

  • Smart Material Sourcing Options

    Choose between purchasing new materials or using existing inventory when creating quotes and jobs

  • Job Inventory Consumption

    Track and consume inventory items directly from job sourcing with detailed consumption tracking

  • Notification System

    Email notifications for work order assignments and RFQ responses with customizable preferences

  • Supplier Delivery Terms

    Add delivery terms to suppliers that automatically cascade to purchase orders

  • Smart Operation Autocomplete

    Autocomplete outside operation names based on supplier tags for faster quote creation

  • AI Quality Evaluator

    New intelligent system to evaluate and score manufacturing processes with automated reporting and memory of accepted quality standards

  • Improved internationalization system

    Enhanced type safety for translations and automatic locale synchronization during deployment

Bug Fixes

  • Purchase Order Modal Improvements

    Replaced problematic menu components with more reliable inline buttons

  • Job-Quote Linking

    RFQs and purchase orders are now properly linked to jobs when converting quotes

  • Authentication Token Refresh

    Resolved authentication errors by properly refreshing tokens in proxy connections

  • Code Quality Improvements

    Resolved TypeScript errors and ESLint warnings across multiple components

  • User Settings Synchronization

    Resolved issues with duplicate user settings and improved system reliability

  • Fixed missing French translations

    Added missing French language support for inventory management pages

  • Resolved build system compatibility issues

    Fixed type checking conflicts with external evaluation tools

Improvements

  • Enhanced Performance

    Optimized authentication flows and reduced redundant database calls for faster page loading

  • Better Test Coverage

    Improved end-to-end test reliability for inventory features and purchase order workflows

  • Optimized disk space usage

    Prevented unlimited disk growth by adjusting filesystem caching settings

v2026.03.28

Production Board Visual Overhaul and AI Assistant Improvements

New Features

  • Production Board Design Refresh

    Complete visual overhaul of the production board with improved user experience and section-aware color theming across work orders, equipment columns, and routing flows

Bug Fixes

  • Forge AI Assistant Error Handling

    Fixed AI assistant to properly display error messages and access all available tools and resources

v2026.03.26

Data Integrity and Access Control Improvements

New Features

  • Full French language support

    Complete French translation with 1,843+ translated strings covering all areas of the application including quotes, jobs, production, purchasing, and more

  • QuickBooks Online integration

    Connect your QuickBooks Online account to automatically sync customers, vendors, and push invoices/bills directly from jobs and purchase orders

  • Multi-user access control

    Add team members with customizable roles and granular permissions to control who can access different parts of the system

  • Customer-supplied materials

    Mark materials and purchased items as customer-supplied to exclude them from costs and clearly identify them in quotes and job documentation

  • Job costing with margin analysis

    View detailed cost breakdowns and profit margins on jobs with cost-plus pricing calculations based on actual equipment rates

  • Time tracking and operator assignment

    Start/stop timers on work orders, assign operators to production phases, and track actual labor time vs estimates

  • Production board file viewer

    View part files and drawings directly on the production board with thumbnail previews on work order cards

  • Enhanced file management

    Improved file upload experience with revision tracking and better organization across quotes and jobs

  • RFQ Response Tracking

    Added ability to track and display when RFQ responses have been applied to quotes

Bug Fixes

  • Production timer reliability

    Eliminated timer flickering and improved responsiveness when starting/stopping work order timers

  • Data synchronization issues

    Fixed cross-page data staleness problems and improved real-time updates across the application

  • End-to-end test stability

    Resolved multiple test failures and improved reliability of automated testing

  • Cost analysis display improvements

    Better alignment and formatting of cost breakdowns and financial data

  • Improved job deletion error messages

    Users now see clear error messages when attempting to delete jobs that have linked purchase orders

  • User Interface Display Issues

    Fixed status badges and interface elements that were showing technical codes instead of proper text

  • QuickBooks Integration Button

    Improved the placement and labeling of QuickBooks expense creation button in purchase orders

  • Account Switching Data Issues

    Resolved problems where old data would appear when switching between different company accounts

  • New User Setup

    Fixed issues that could occur during initial company setup for new users

  • Fixed process and equipment data organization

    Resolved issues with how process and equipment information is stored and associated with companies

  • Fixed data access issues in Purchase Orders and RFQs

    Resolved problems where Purchase Orders, RFQs, material types, and material shapes weren't properly associated with company data

  • Corrected user filtering in quotes and work orders

    Fixed issues with outdated user access controls that could cause data display problems

Improvements

  • Redesigned cost analysis interface

    New collapsible summary cards with clearer revenue vs cost labeling and improved visual hierarchy

  • Enhanced production board user experience

    Better visual indicators for assigned operators, improved work order card layouts, and optimistic UI updates

  • Streamlined job detail pages

    Inline editing for customer information, unified card sections, and better organization of job data

  • Better permission-based navigation

    Sidebar and dashboard content now adapts based on user permissions, showing only relevant sections

  • Settings Organization

    Reorganized company settings into a more intuitive settings section with billing moved to a dedicated area

  • Improved data consistency for processes and equipment

    Enhanced the way process and equipment data is managed to ensure better organization by company

Security

  • Enhanced data isolation

    Improved multi-tenant security with company-based data separation and row-level security policies

  • Secure integration tokens

    Added encryption for third-party service tokens and improved authentication handling

  • Enhanced job access controls

    Improved permission checks for editing and deleting jobs

  • Data Access Security

    Enhanced security measures to ensure users can only access data belonging to their company

v2026.03.17

New User Onboarding Checklist

New Features

  • Onboarding checklist on dashboard

    Added a progress checklist to help new users get started with ForgeMRP, showing completion status and guiding them through setup steps

Bug Fixes

  • Multi-currency settings reliability

    Fixed issues with currency settings not saving properly and improved form state management

v2026.03.16

Production Gantt View & Visual Design Overhaul

New Features

  • Production Gantt Chart View

    Added interactive Gantt chart with drag-to-reschedule, equipment rows, due date markers, conflict warnings, and shop hours visualization

  • Cost Analysis Dashboard

    Compare estimated vs actual costs with detailed breakdowns on job pages and profitability tracking in job lists

  • Shop Schedule Management

    Configure working hours, holidays, and lights-out machining schedules with Canadian provincial holiday support

  • Reorganized Settings Navigation

    Restructured Company and Account settings into logical sections with collapsible sidebar navigation

Bug Fixes

  • Status Bar Interactions

    Added hover effects and better visual feedback when clicking status segments

  • Search Field Improvements

    Removed redundant labels and expanded search fields to use available space better

  • File Upload Alignment

    Fixed inconsistencies between UI and AI file upload storage paths

  • Form State Management

    Improved save/discard logic and prevented unnecessary page refreshes in settings forms

Improvements

  • Modern Visual Design

    Applied new Outfit and DM Sans fonts, removed shadows for flat design, and added section-colored table headers

  • Enhanced Data Tables

    Color-coded record numbers by section (quotes in magenta, jobs in amber, orders in green) with denser row spacing

  • Simplified Status Filtering

    Combined filters and status bars into single containers, removed redundant status dropdowns

  • Better Loading States

    Added loading skeletons for all settings pages to improve perceived performance

  • Performance Optimizations

    Reduced font weights loaded, improved component memoization, and optimized database queries

v2026.03.15

Settings Organization and Time Display Improvements

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed checkbox functionality in settings

    Resolved issues with checkbox click handling and reorganized terms and conditions settings

  • Improved time display in job routing

    Routing times now display in hours and minutes format for better readability

v2026.03.14

Enhanced Status Visibility with Distribution Bars

New Features

  • Status distribution bars across all pages

    Added visual status distribution bars to Production, Requirements, Purchase Orders, RFQs, Jobs, and Quotations pages for better at-a-glance visibility of item statuses

Bug Fixes

  • Improved status count accuracy

    Fixed calculation issues with status segment counts to ensure accurate data display

v2026.03.13

Production Board Visual Redesign

New Features

  • Bulk receive functionality for purchase orders

    Added ability to receive all line items at once with a streamlined bulk receive modal

  • Improved email composition with tag-based input

    Enhanced email fields on quote sending with tag-style input for To and CC recipients

  • Interactive Deployment CLI with Visual Progress Tracking

    New command-line deployment tool with animated ASCII art, progress bars, and multiple visual themes including forge and production line styles

  • Client-facing quote notes

    Add custom notes to quotes that appear on client-facing documents and PDFs

  • Multi-file part processing

    Upload ZIP files and process multiple drawings per part for more efficient quote creation

  • Enhanced file upload support

    Expanded file type support with automatic ZIP extraction and improved file handling limits

  • Process-based equipment grouping

    Work orders are now organized by manufacturing process for better workflow visibility

  • Drag and drop work order scheduling

    Added drag handles to easily move work orders between equipment columns

  • Unified work order card layout

    Streamlined card design with integrated phase stepper and part labels

Bug Fixes

  • Purchase order receiving workflow improvements

    Fixed issues with marking purchase orders as received and improved status synchronization

  • Quote pricing synchronization

    Fixed automatic syncing of quote totals when parts are modified

  • Form state management

    Resolved issues with unsaved changes detection and form state persistence across company settings

  • RFQ cost calculation accuracy

    Corrected material cost handling when applying RFQ responses to quotes

  • Phone number validation improvements

    Now accepts phone extensions with #, x, or ext formatting

  • Material specifications persistence

    Material notes and specifications now properly save when sections are collapsed or expanded

  • Improved drag and drop experience

    Fixed snap-back animations and added visual drop placeholders

  • Production data synchronization

    Resolved issues with stale data when navigating between pages

  • Code quality improvements

    Fixed various lint warnings and technical issues

Improvements

  • Purchase order completion controls

    Mark as Received button is now disabled until all line items are properly received

  • Email delivery information

    Enhanced purchase order emails with better delivery date display

  • Streamlined Dependency Management

    Removed unused dependencies to improve application performance and reduce package size

  • Cleaner work order cards

    Removed clutter including NEW tags, priority flags, and redundant UI elements

  • Consistent visual branding

    Updated colors and styling throughout the production interface for better brand consistency

  • Refined equipment column headers

    Improved header design with subtle styling and better positioning

v2026.03.12

Database Improvements for Quote Operations

New Features

  • AI Contact Updates

    AI assistant can now update existing contact information in addition to searching and creating contacts

Bug Fixes

  • Improved Contact Search Reliability

    Fixed issues where AI contact searches for clients and suppliers would fail in certain scenarios by adding backup search methods

  • Fixed data integrity issues with quote operations

    Resolved database consistency problems that could occur when working with quote part operations and processes

v2026.03.11

Production Deployment Enhancements

New Features

  • AI-Powered Import Header Detection

    Data imports now automatically detect header rows using AI instead of assuming the first row contains headers, making file imports more flexible and reliable

  • One-command production deployment

    Added streamlined deployment script for faster and easier production releases

Bug Fixes

  • Improved System Stability

    Fixed various reliability issues with automated testing and system processes to ensure smoother operation

Improvements

  • Enhanced Performance

    Optimized system processes to reduce database overhead and improve overall application speed

  • Enhanced deployment pipeline reliability

    Improved CI/CD processes for more stable and consistent deployments

v2026.03.10

Admin Panel and Enhanced Security

New Features

  • Admin Panel

    New administrative interface for managing users and system data with secure access controls

  • User Data Management

    Administrators can now safely wipe user data when needed through the admin panel

  • Enhanced Waitlist Protection

    Added reCAPTCHA Enterprise protection to prevent spam submissions on the waitlist form

Improvements

  • Admin User Loading

    Improved reliability when loading user lists in the admin panel

Security

  • Security improvements

    Enhanced protection against automated spam and improved data management security

v2026.03.09

CSV/Excel Import for Clients and Suppliers

New Features

  • Import clients and suppliers from CSV/Excel files

    New import functionality with 3-step wizard that includes AI-powered column mapping and automatic address validation

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed import modal styling inconsistencies

    Corrected visual alignment issues with import dialogs

  • Resolved interface warnings in status and quotation components
v2026.03.08

Registration Display Enhancement

New Features

  • Subscription billing system

    Complete billing infrastructure with trial periods, subscription plans, founder pricing, payment processing via Stripe, and access gating

  • Status reversion capability

    Ability to move quotes, purchase orders, RFQs, and jobs backward through workflow stages with audit trail tracking

  • Contextual AI assistant

    AI chat now provides relevant suggestions and context based on the current page and selected items, with expanded tool capabilities

  • Enhanced loading experience

    Comprehensive skeleton loading screens across all pages that match actual page layouts

  • Brand assets update

    New logo variants including icon-only, black text, and white PNG versions

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed currency formatting in part history

    Part history now displays prices using proper currency formatting instead of basic dollar signs

  • Production workflow testing

    Updated tests to handle backward status transitions properly

  • Loading state consistency

    Skeleton screens now accurately reflect the layout of loaded pages

  • Next.js compatibility

    Resolved middleware conflicts with Next.js 16 conventions

  • Fixed signup counter display issue

    Resolved an issue where zero founder signups were being displayed unnecessarily

Improvements

  • Enhanced data loading performance

    Streamlined how the system retrieves and manages data across purchasing, quotations, and RFQ modules for faster loading times

  • Background processing optimization

    Switched embeddings from real-time to batch processing for better performance

  • Jobs page performance

    Converted to server-side rendering for faster initial load times

  • Faster status dropdown updates

    Status dropdowns across quotes, jobs, purchase orders, and RFQs now respond instantly when changed, providing immediate visual feedback

v2026.03.06

Customer PO File Upload & Enhanced Material Calculations

New Features

  • AI Assistant Tool Search

    The AI assistant can now search for and use relevant tools to better answer your questions and complete tasks

  • AI-Powered Purchase Order Receiving

    Added AI tool to help log purchase order receipts through natural language commands

  • Job linking for Purchase Orders

    Added ability to link jobs directly in Purchase Order detail views with inline editing

  • Customer Purchase Order File Upload

    Upload customer PO files when creating jobs, with automatic PO number extraction from PDFs and file display in job details

  • Enhanced Material Calculations

    Added total material length tracking and unused material calculations for standard stock bar materials

  • Improved Quote File Management

    Added collapsible file sections with "+ Add files" toggle for better quote organization

Bug Fixes

  • Purchase Order Receiving Synchronization

    Receipt information now syncs properly between purchase orders and job pages

  • Single-Line Purchase Order Receiving

    Receiving single-line purchase orders now automatically selects the line item and pre-fills quantities for faster processing

  • Forge AI chat functionality

    Resolved issues with empty messages, table display, and special characters in AI assistant

  • Purchase Order job tracking

    Fixed job assignment when converting RFQs to Purchase Orders and in requirements workflows

  • Packing slip printing

    Optimized print layout to fit properly on single page

  • Duplicate settings removed

    Cleaned up redundant Quote Settings from My Company page

  • Fixed AI assistant quote markup functionality

    Replaced broken quote markup tool with improved line-item markup capabilities for better pricing assistance

  • Fixed RFQ supplier portal loading issues

    Resolved problems that could prevent suppliers from accessing their RFQ response pages

  • Fixed date display inconsistencies in supplier portal

    Resolved issues where dates might appear differently when loading RFQ responses

  • Fixed Notes Display Issues

    Saved notes now properly display across all material and quotation components

  • Resolved File Management Problems

    Fixed file deletion, thumbnail generation, and URL encoding issues across the platform

  • Production Board Improvements

    Fixed drag-and-drop functionality, work order reordering, and operation name display issues

  • Material Unit Conversion Fix

    Bar stock calculations now properly convert dimensions to common units before processing

  • Quote Page Layout Fixes

    Resolved drawing overflow issues and improved card styling throughout quote pages

Improvements

  • Streamlined Purchase Order Receiving Interface

    Merged receiving functionality into the main line items table with an improved dialog for completing all receipts at once

  • Enhanced AI Assistant Capabilities

    Upgraded to latest AI model with consolidated and more efficient tool system for better performance

  • Standardized Date Formatting

    Consistent date display format across all areas of the application

Security

  • Security improvements

    Enhanced data access security for supplier portal

v2026.03.05

Enhanced AI Email Conversation Experience

New Features

  • Email-to-Chat Integration

    Customer emails now automatically create AI chat conversations, allowing seamless communication switching between email and real-time chat

  • Direct Chat Links

    Share direct links to specific conversations that open the chat panel immediately when accessed

  • Email Conversation Indicators

    Conversations that started via email are now clearly marked with 'via email' badges for easy identification

  • Quote-level file revision management

    Added comprehensive file revision tracking and management interface for quotes, allowing better version control of quote-related documents

  • Enhanced email file processing

    Improved email pipeline to automatically process and split PDF files into individual pages for better document management

  • Actionable AI Email Responses

    You can now take direct action on pending items suggested by AI in email conversations, making it easier to follow through on AI recommendations

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed display issues on home page

    Resolved technical configuration problems affecting page rendering

  • Fixed file revision controls layout

    File revision controls now appear in the correct position between document preview and attachments list

  • Quote creation from email drafts

    Fixed issue where quotes couldn't be created from email-originated drafts without an assigned client

  • File upload display issue

    Resolved display overflow problem in file upload component

  • File revision database operations

    Resolved issues with file revision data storage and retrieval

  • Improved AI Response Reliability

    Fixed an issue where AI responses in email-originated conversations weren't loading properly

Improvements

  • Refreshed home page design with new visual elements

    Updated homepage with enhanced graphics, competitor comparisons, and improved feature icons for better user experience

  • Enhanced file revision interface

    Improved the user interface for managing file revisions with better visual organization

v2026.03.04

Quality and Reliability Improvements

New Features

  • Email Inbox Sender Control

    Added ability to configure allowed email senders for the AI inbox, giving you better control over which emails are processed

Bug Fixes

  • RFQ Creation Reliability

    Fixed issues with RFQ draft lines and response data initialization that could cause inconsistencies

  • File Management Improvements

    Resolved problems with job part file storage and PDF thumbnail generation that could cause upload loops

  • AI Assistant Stability

    Fixed streaming issues in the AI assistant that could cause connection problems

  • Fixed quote parts data retrieval

    Resolved issues with accessing pricing information for quote parts

Improvements

  • Error Reporting Optimization

    Improved system monitoring by filtering routine RFQ validation messages from error logs

  • Enhanced system reliability and monitoring

    Improved error tracking and system stability for better user experience

v2026.03.02

Enhanced Cost Tracking and Job File Management

New Features

  • Enhanced cost breakdown with tax details

    Jobs now display detailed tax information in the cost bar, providing better visibility into tax calculations and breakdowns

  • Improved cost bar design

    Redesigned cost display with better visual hierarchy and left-aligned layout for easier reading

Bug Fixes

  • Job file storage and display issues

    Fixed problems with job file uploads, storage, and display in job details. Files are now properly stored and accessible

  • Cost calculation accuracy

    Corrected subtotal calculations in job cost displays to ensure accurate financial information

  • File handling with special characters

    Improved handling of files with special characters in their names to prevent access issues

  • Application stability improvements

    Resolved several technical issues that could cause the application to break or behave unexpectedly

Improvements

  • Faster page loading

    Optimized data loading for job details and RFQ responses, resulting in improved performance

  • Better mobile layout

    Adjusted job detail page layout to improve readability and organization of information

v2026.03.01

Enhanced Quote Management and Visual Updates

New Features

  • Custom branded date picker

    Replaced standard date picker with custom branded version for consistent look and feel

Bug Fixes

  • Removed false save warnings on file uploads

    Fixed spurious 'save before uploading' warnings that appeared when working with existing records

Improvements

  • Enhanced quote status visualization

    Quote status progress bars now use consistent colors that match dropdown selections for better visual clarity

  • Streamlined quote workflow management

    Centralized and improved quote status transitions for more reliable workflow enforcement

v2026.02.28

Enhanced Quotation Management and Activity Tracking

New Features

  • Activity Timeline

    Added comprehensive audit trails showing change history for jobs, quotes, purchase orders, and RFQs

  • Explicit Save Controls

    Replaced auto-save with manual save buttons for quotes, company settings, and system settings, giving users more control over when changes are committed

  • Enhanced Quote Status Management

    Added backward status transitions for jobs with mandatory reason prompts to track why status changes occur

Bug Fixes

  • Quote PDF Preview Display Issues

    Fixed rendering problems when previewing quote PDFs before sending

  • Quote Email Validation

    Improved email composer validation and accessibility when sending quotes to customers

  • Activity Timeline Layout

    Fixed spacing and positioning issues in the activity timeline display

  • Data Loading Race Conditions

    Resolved timing issues that could cause inconsistent data display when loading quote information

Improvements

  • Cleaner Activity History

    Filtered out technical noise from audit trails to show only meaningful business changes

v2026.02.27

File Upload Improvements

New Features

  • New file revision management system

    Complete overhaul of file handling with proper version control and revision tracking for jobs, quotes, and RFQs

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed job creation errors

    Resolved issues where draft jobs could fail to save due to missing job numbers

  • File URL display issues resolved

    Fixed problems with file URLs that were preventing proper file access and display

Improvements

  • Streamlined file handling across all modules

    Unified file management experience with better organization and tracking throughout jobs, quotes, and RFQ processes

v2026.02.25

Quote Generation Reliability Enhancement

Bug Fixes

  • Quote creation no longer fails when multiple users create quotes simultaneously

    Resolved issues where quote generation would fail due to document numbering conflicts when multiple users were creating quotes at the same time

v2026.02.23

Quality Inspection System with AI-Powered Dimension Extraction

New Features

  • Quality Inspection Management

    Complete quality inspection workflow including inspection reports, dimension measurements, pass/fail tracking, and PDF export capabilities

  • AI Dimension Extraction

    Automatically extract dimensions from technical drawings using AI to streamline inspection setup

  • Ballooned Drawings

    Visual inspection interface with dimension callouts and balloon markers on technical drawings

  • Work Order Phase Management

    Enhanced production workflow with phase-based status tracking, dependencies, and hold capabilities

Bug Fixes

  • Quality Inspection Pass/Fail Logic

    Improved automatic calculation of inspection results based on tolerances and actual measurements

  • Production Board Accuracy

    Fixed issues with work order status tracking and material receipt queries

  • Drawing Balloon Placement

    Enhanced precision and visual appearance of dimension markers on technical drawings

Improvements

  • Inspection Report Workflow

    Streamlined user experience for creating, editing, and exporting quality inspection reports

  • Production Dependencies

    Better handling of work order prerequisites and blocking conditions in the production flow

v2026.02.22

Part History Lookup and Document Numbering Updates

New Features

  • Email AI Inbox

    Process inbound emails with Forge AI and respond automatically to customer inquiries

  • Automated part creation from emails

    Email system now automatically creates parts when processing incoming messages, streamlining your workflow

  • Smart entity linking in email replies

    Email responses now include clickable links to related parts, orders, and other entities for quick navigation

  • Part History Lookup

    Added ability to search and select from previously used parts when creating quotations, making it easier to reuse existing part configurations

  • Per-User Document Numbering

    Document numbers (quotes, work orders, etc.) now generate sequentially per user instead of globally, providing better organization

  • Configurable Deposit Threshold

    Added setting to configure deposit threshold percentage in terms and conditions generator

Bug Fixes

  • Email system reliability improvements

    Fixed webhook verification and improved error handling for email processing

  • Email content retrieval

    Fixed issues with incomplete email content being processed in the email inbox

  • Improved email processing reliability

    Fixed issues with background email processing to ensure incoming emails are handled more consistently

  • Email AI Assistant Context Fix

    Corrected AI email assistant to properly identify message senders for more accurate responses

  • Quote details and duplication

    Resolved issues with accessing and copying quote information

  • Unit System Consistency

    Fixed saw-cut and standard-stock defaults to properly respect user's preferred unit system (metric/imperial)

  • Client Contact Defaults

    New client contacts now default to Purchasing category instead of blank

  • File Upload Visual Feedback

    Added visible dashed border to file upload drop zones for better user guidance

  • Work Order Filtering

    Resolved timezone-related issues in work order filtering that could cause incorrect results

Improvements

  • Enhanced email settings interface

    Redesigned settings with clearer capability descriptions and more prominent setup options

  • Production board performance optimization

    Improved loading speed and responsiveness of the production management interface

v2026.02.21

AI Assistant Gets Major Upgrade: Smart Entity Links and Powerful New Tools

New Features

  • AI Assistant Chat Interface

    New AI-powered chat assistant accessible via Cmd+J shortcut to help with manufacturing operations, search data, and perform actions

  • File Upload and Analysis

    Upload and attach files to AI conversations for intelligent document analysis and processing

  • Default Quote Markups

    Configure company-wide default markup percentages that automatically apply to new quote line items

  • Quote Status Progress Tracking

    Visual progress bars showing quotation pipeline status and stage progression

  • Enhanced Search with Jobs and Inventory

    Improved search functionality now includes jobs and inventory items with intelligent hybrid search capabilities

  • Enhanced AI chat with clickable entity links

    AI responses now include clickable links to parts, quotes, jobs, and other entities mentioned in conversations

  • Create parts directly from engineering drawings

    Upload drawings and let AI automatically create parts with intelligent material type and shape matching

  • Expanded AI tool capabilities

    AI can now manage clients and suppliers, duplicate quotes, handle work orders, send purchase order emails, and delete entities

  • Improved chat panel experience

    Chat panel now includes conversation history, auto-resumes recent conversations, and has better navigation

Bug Fixes

  • AI Chat Message Loading

    Resolved issues with conversation messages not loading properly and duplicate messages appearing

  • Safari Address Autofill

    Fixed Safari browser autofill interfering with Google Places address suggestions

  • AI Tool Execution Feedback

    Improved status messages and prevented double confirmations during AI assistant actions

  • Fixed AI chat conversation reliability

    Resolved issues that could cause chat conversations to fail unexpectedly

  • Fixed AI chat conversation issues

    Resolved problems where first messages in new conversations wouldn't get responses

  • Fixed quotation list filter refresh

    Quotation filters now properly trigger data updates when changed

Improvements

  • AI Assistant Capabilities

    Enhanced AI assistant with new tools for searching work orders, managing quotes, and accessing shipment details

  • Supplier Portal Experience

    Streamlined RFQ response interface with improved component organization and user experience

  • Better chat button behavior

    Chat button now toggles the panel open and closed, and uses a more intuitive sparkles icon

  • Enhanced file attachment support

    Improved file handling for AI tools that work with uploaded documents and drawings

Security

  • AI Conversation Security

    Enhanced security measures for AI conversation state management and data protection

v2026.02.20

Enhanced Job Management and Direct Purchase Order Creation

New Features

  • Apply RFQ responses directly to quotes

    You can now apply supplier responses from RFQs directly to your quotes, streamlining the sourcing process and automatically updating part costs

  • RFQ source tracking in quotes

    Quote parts now display badges showing when costs came from RFQ responses, providing better visibility into your sourcing decisions

  • Unified receiving system

    Improved receipt tracking across purchase orders and other sourcing methods, with better status visibility in production boards

  • Redesigned home page with waitlist

    New landing page design featuring product demos and streamlined waitlist signup process

  • Direct Purchase Order Creation from Jobs

    Create purchase orders directly from the job sourcing section without navigating away

  • Mark Draft Purchase Orders as Sent

    New button to mark draft purchase orders as sent for better workflow tracking

  • Enhanced Jobs List with Progress Indicators

    Jobs list now shows sourcing and operation progress with relative timestamps for better visibility

Bug Fixes

  • RFQ dimension formatting

    Fixed formatting issues with part dimensions in RFQs and supplier portal

  • Purchase order receiving flow

    Improved receiving workflows and status tracking for purchase orders

  • Code quality improvements

    Resolved code warnings and improved application stability

Improvements

  • Enhanced quotation demo

    Updated product demonstration videos showing the complete quotation creation workflow

  • Better material display consistency

    Unified material pill styling across job and quote views for consistent user experience

  • Production status accuracy

    Production boards now show more accurate received status based on actual receipt data

  • Synchronized Purchase Order Dates

    Required date and line delivery date automatically sync when creating single-line purchase orders

  • Faster Material Data Loading

    Eliminated duplicate database queries for improved performance when loading material information

Security

  • Waitlist security improvements

    Enhanced security measures for waitlist signup process

v2026.02.17

Enhanced Error Reporting Stability

New Features

  • Pipeline Status Tracking for Requirements

    Requirements now display real-time pipeline statuses showing purchase order and RFQ progress stages instead of simple yes/no indicators

  • Enhanced Purchase Order Creation

    Added file attachments and notes support to purchase order creation with improved supplier selection interface

  • Improved Requirements Actions

    Replaced individual action buttons with a streamlined dropdown menu for requirement management tasks

Bug Fixes

  • Purchase Order Modal Interface

    Fixed field height consistency and removed unnecessary unit of measure input for cleaner line item entry

  • Improved error reporting reliability

    Fixed issues with error tracking system generating unnecessary notifications when working offline

Improvements

  • Standardized Business Terms

    Consolidated payment and delivery terms options across quotes and purchase orders for consistency

  • Enhanced Filtering

    Updated requirements filtering to use new pipeline status information for more precise results

v2026.02.16

Multi-Currency Support with Enhanced Purchase Orders

New Features

  • Advanced Requirements Filtering and Sorting

    Added comprehensive filtering and sorting options to help you quickly find and organize purchase requirements

  • Job-Based Requirement Grouping

    Requirements can now be grouped by job with visual type indicators for better organization and clarity

  • Archive Confirmation Dialog

    Added confirmation prompts when archiving requirements to prevent accidental data loss

  • Multi-Currency Support

    Complete multi-currency functionality including currency selectors on quotes and purchase orders, exchange rate management, home currency equivalents display, and currency propagation across all documents

  • Enhanced Purchase Order Management

    Redesigned purchase order detail pages with line item file attachments, collapsible notes, improved email functionality with custom messages, and better PDF previews including terms and signatures

  • Purchase Order Settings & Defaults

    Added dedicated settings for purchase order defaults and terms & conditions to streamline order creation

Bug Fixes

  • Archived Requirements Display

    Fixed an issue where archived requirements were not displaying correctly in the requirements view

  • Material Cost Calculations

    Fixed cost calculations to use estimated total cost for more accurate material pricing

  • Quote Table Display

    Widened price columns in quotes table to prevent text wrapping and improve readability

  • Purchase Order Data Handling

    Resolved save errors and cleaned up purchase order line item management

Improvements

  • Faster Requirements Page Loading

    Optimized initial page load times for the requirements section through improved data fetching

  • Dashboard Layout Consistency

    Standardized container widths across all dashboard pages for a more consistent user experience

  • Purchase Order Workflow

    Replaced status dropdowns with action buttons and improved payment/delivery terms selection with dropdowns

v2026.02.14

Enhanced Dashboard with Attention-First Design

New Features

  • Redesigned Dashboard with Attention Bar and Timeline

    Complete dashboard overhaul featuring an attention bar to highlight critical items, pipeline snapshot for quick status overview, and upcoming timeline showing deadlines grouped by day

v2026.02.13

Enhanced Navigation and Quotation Management

New Features

  • Click-to-navigate operation chips

    Click on operation chips in job details to quickly navigate to the production board

  • RFQ status badges in quotations

    Added visual status indicators for RFQ items in the quotation sourcing section

Bug Fixes

  • Improved job detail page layout

    Redesigned job information section with better progress indicator ordering

  • Enhanced job table interactions

    Job table rows are now clickable and links display in consistent brand colors

v2026.02.11

Enhanced RFQ Management with Convert to PO and Improved Supplier Portal

New Features

  • Convert RFQ to Purchase Order

    New modal allows selecting specific line items and marking suppliers as awarded when converting RFQs to purchase orders

  • Manual Supplier Response Entry

    Ability to manually enter supplier responses for RFQs when responses aren't submitted through the portal

  • RFQ and Line-Level File Attachments

    Upload and manage documents at both the RFQ level and individual line item level

  • Cancel RFQ Functionality

    Option to cancel active RFQs with appropriate status updates in the supplier portal

  • Enhanced Supplier Response Tracking

    Visual badges distinguish between manual entries, edited responses, and portal submissions with expired/late status indicators

  • Custom RFQ Email Messages

    Add personalized messages that appear directly in RFQ invitation emails to suppliers

Bug Fixes

  • Supplier Portal Upload Issues

    Fixed PDF upload functionality and resolved infinite reload loops on RFQ response pages

  • RFQ Detail Page Layout

    Improved mobile responsiveness, fixed column wrapping issues, and better card organization

  • Purchase Order Integration

    Fixed display of linked purchase orders and proper button states when POs already exist

  • Material Shape Display

    Material shape names now properly display in RFQ lines and supplier portal

  • Lead Time Display

    Lead times now show in days instead of calculated delivery dates for clearer understanding

Improvements

  • Redesigned RFQ Detail Interface

    Full-width supplier accordion layout replaces side panel for better information visibility

  • Better Error Reporting

    Enhanced error tracking and user feedback systems for improved troubleshooting

  • Simplified Email Templates

    Cleaner RFQ email format with attachment notifications for better supplier communication

  • Enhanced UI Consistency

    Improved focus states, button colors, and consistent component usage throughout the application

v2026.02.05

Enhanced Packing Slips and Quote Reliability Improvements

Bug Fixes

  • Enhanced packing slip display with company branding

    Packing slips now properly display company logo and complete order information

  • Improved quotation reliability

    Fixed issues with part change detection in quotations to prevent data inconsistencies

  • Resolved quotation equipment assignment errors

    Fixed database constraints that were preventing proper equipment assignment to quote operations

v2026.02.04

Material Cost Calculation Fixes

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed inconsistent material cost calculations

    Resolved issues where material costs were calculated differently across sourcing modes, ensuring accurate pricing throughout the system

v2026.02.03

Material Cost Display and File Upload Improvements

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed material costs not displaying correctly in sourcing sections

    Material costs now show accurately in quotes and sales orders

  • Resolved file upload interface issues

    Eliminated banner flashing and improved upload experience

  • Corrected requirement selection consistency in RFQ workflow

    RFQ requirements now select properly across different screens

Improvements

  • Streamlined file upload interface

    Simplified the empty state display for better user experience

v2026.01.30

Enhanced RFQ Management and Improved Error Handling

New Features

  • Draft-first RFQ and Sales Order creation

    New workflow allows saving work in progress when creating RFQs and Sales Orders, preventing data loss

Bug Fixes

  • Improved email system reliability

    Better error handling for email notifications and communications

  • Enhanced RFQ data access consistency

    Resolved issues with RFQ visibility and permissions

v2026.01.29

Sales Order and RFQ Bug Fixes

Bug Fixes

  • Sales order routing editor functionality restored

    Fixed issues preventing proper use of the routing editor when managing sales orders

  • RFQ requirement formatting corrected

    Resolved data formatting problems when creating new RFQs that were preventing proper requirement processing

v2026.01.22

RFQ File Attachments and Purchase Order Conversion

New Features

  • File attachments for RFQs

    Add files to RFQ requests and view them in the supplier portal for better communication with vendors

  • Convert RFQ responses to purchase orders

    Streamline procurement by converting supplier RFQ responses directly into purchase orders

  • Enhanced RFQ list view

    Added title and source columns to RFQ list for better organization and context

  • Supplier portal confirmation page

    Suppliers now see a success confirmation after submitting RFQ responses

Bug Fixes

  • Improved RFQ email formatting

    Fixed display of detailed line item descriptions in RFQ emails sent to suppliers

  • Better item descriptions in RFQ creation

    Show purchased item descriptions alongside supplier part numbers for clearer identification

  • Consistent form styling

    Standardized input field appearance across the supplier portal

v2026.01.20

Quotation System Enhancements and Material Handling Fixes

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed part duplication to include all material properties

    When duplicating parts in quotations, all material fields are now properly copied

  • Corrected price displays in quotation headers and materials

    Removed incorrect total price from operations header and ensured markup is included in material pricing

  • Improved PDF quote export formatting

    Company logos now maintain proper aspect ratio when exporting quotes to PDF

  • Enhanced contact management

    Fixed validation for contact categories and resolved issues with manually entered addresses for clients and suppliers

  • Streamlined material specifications

    Simplified cutting specifications for plate materials and corrected dimension labeling

Improvements

  • Better material type and shape management

    System now properly updates available options when new material types or shapes are created

v2026.01.15

Client Management and UI Fixes

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed client form not clearing when adding new clients

    The add client form now properly resets when reopened, preventing old data from appearing

  • Fixed avatar display issues with custom styling

    User avatars now properly respect custom background colors and styling

v2026.01.14

Enhanced Sales Order Routing and Operations Management

New Features

  • Improved Sales Order Routing Editor

    Enhanced interface for managing production routing and outside operations in sales orders

Improvements

  • Better Outside Operations Handling

    Streamlined workflow for managing external manufacturing processes and vendor operations

v2026.01.13

Enhanced Material Statistics and Search Experience

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed material statistics data retrieval

    Resolved issues with loading material statistics in quotations and sales modules

  • Improved search placeholder animation consistency

    Fixed timing issues with rotating placeholder text in the search interface

v2026.01.12

Smart Search & AI Assistant Launch

New Features

  • AI-Powered Assistant with Real-time Responses

    Introduced an intelligent assistant that provides streaming responses and comprehensive analytics tools to help you make better manufacturing decisions

  • Unified Hybrid Search Across All Data

    Complete search overhaul that lets you find clients, suppliers, processes, and other manufacturing data from one powerful search interface

  • Smart Query Classification

    Search automatically understands your intent and routes queries to the most relevant results using AI classification

Improvements

  • Enhanced Search Experience

    Added keyboard shortcuts for quick access, recent search history, and improved mobile responsiveness for searching on any device

  • Better Search Results

    Upgraded search algorithm delivers more accurate and relevant results across all your manufacturing data

v2026.01.11

Enhanced Quotation Workflow with Email Sending & Formula Support

New Features

  • Quote Email Sending

    Send quotes directly to clients via email with customizable templates and preview functionality

  • Formula Support in Number Fields

    Enter mathematical formulas (like 10*2.5) in numeric input fields for automatic calculation

  • Automated Changelog System

    View product updates and release notes with shareable changelog pages

  • Enhanced Navigation Safety

    Automatic warnings when navigating away from unsaved changes across the application

Bug Fixes

  • Quote Duplication Issues

    Fixed incomplete data copying when duplicating quotes and sales orders

  • Autosave User Experience

    Improved consistency of save status indicators and autosave behavior throughout the app

  • PDF and Email Integration

    Resolved issues with orphaned PDF files and client feedback during email operations

Improvements

  • Cost Visibility in Tabs

    Tab headers now display item totals and costs for better overview while working on quotes

  • Simplified Supplier Management

    Streamlined supplier contact workflows by removing legacy fields and complex bulk operations

  • Enhanced Bot Protection

    Added reCAPTCHA verification to improve form security

Security

  • Security improvements

    Updated vulnerable dependencies and enhanced input validation

v2025.01.11

Automated Changelog & Recent Improvements

New Features

  • Send quotes via email

    Email quotes directly to clients with customizable templates

  • Formula support in inputs

    Enter calculations like 100*2 in numeric fields

  • Automated changelog

    Changes are now automatically published when we push updates

Bug Fixes

  • Navigation improvements

    Fixed issues with unsaved changes being lost when navigating

  • Autosave reliability

    Improved autosave consistency across the application

Improvements

  • Better error monitoring

    Added comprehensive error tracking to catch issues faster

  • Performance optimizations

    Various improvements to page load times

Security

  • Security improvements

    Updated dependencies to address potential vulnerabilities