Software Releases

Announcing Brandworkz 10.3: Enhanced Performance and New Features

We are excited to announce the release of Brandworkz 10.3, packed with new features and improvements designed to enhance your experience and streamline your brand management processes. This update includes significant enhancements to our Dynamic Templating module, a major overhaul of search indexing, and several usability improvements for system administrators. Here’s a closer look at what you can expect from Brandworkz 10.3.

Dynamic Templates CMS Block

Our users provided valuable feedback on the layout of the Dynamic Templates, and we listened. The new Dynamic Templates block now offers both masonry and table views, allowing you to choose the display that best suits your needs. You can create artwork directly from this page or browse through previously created artwork. The new layout provides detailed information such as template status and artwork counts, making it easier to find popular items quickly. We also introduced a Templating Server Path Selector for admins, eliminating the need to manually copy and paste the path from the back-office.

Improved Search Indexing

Search functionality is critical, and we have made significant improvements to our search indexing capabilities. The new utility tool lists all Dynamic Templates on the system, providing useful information such as their location and download options. Most search issues can now be resolved by reindexing, and the time required for reindexing has been greatly reduced. Administrators can choose to reindex specific parts of the system, such as assets or Dynamic Templates, resulting in fewer “Please reindex” messages and faster overall performance.

Enhanced Set Permissions Page

We have updated the Set Permissions page to include a new column displaying download options available to each group. This addition allows for quick and easy changes to download permissions, improving overall workflow efficiency. A new Usage Tips pop-up has been added, offering helpful tips to make the process smoother.

Performance Enhancements and Bug Fixes

Brandworkz 10.3 includes several performance enhancements and bug fixes to improve system stability and user experience. Notable fixes include:

  • Dynamic Templates no longer show in search after being deleted.
  • Fixed links for Dynamic Templates moved directly in the back-office.
  • Resolved issues with artworks showing duplicates and errors in workflow.
  • Improved folder/page renaming updates in search.
  • Corrected issues with special characters in artwork names affecting downloads.
  • Enhanced full-text indexing for documents containing certain characters.
  • Fixed thumbnails for the latest artworks on the My Stuff page.

Summary

Brandworkz 10.3 represents our commitment to providing you with the most efficient and user-friendly brand management platform. The new Dynamic Templates block, improved search indexing, and enhanced permissions management are designed to streamline your workflow and enhance your productivity. We are confident that these updates will provide significant benefits and improve your overall experience with Brandworkz.

For more information on how to update your system and take advantage of these new features, please contact your account manager or visit our support page.

Stay tuned for more updates and enhancements from Brandworkz as we continue to innovate and improve our platform to meet your needs. Thank you for your continued support and feedback.