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Proplanner’s Newest Features Enhance User Experience

By Erik Kindel Updated
Proplanner’s Newest Features Enhance User Experience

Advantive is a trusted provider of specialty manufacturing, distribution, and quality solutions. We are committed to empowering businesses with practical tools and strategies aimed at driving success and enhancing efficiency. With the integration of Proplanner last year, we have enhanced our ability to provide end-to-end solutions that optimize efficiency, streamline processes, and drive success for manufacturers globally.

What’s New in the Latest Release of Proplanner

The latest release exemplifies our commitment to continued improvement and excellence. We have implemented the following features to streamline operations and enhance security:

  • Hyperlinks & Calculated Time
  • Product Versioning
  • Security Improvements
  • Consumption Workbench USN Filtering
  • Centralized App Settings

Proplanner introduced hyperlinks in this update, allowing users to add and access external reference materials with ease. Additionally, the extension of calculated time sheet functionality supports all time and ergonomic standards. This enables customers to optimize labor estimation and planning while adhering to European labor laws.

We have implemented new version numbers within the Proplanner suite as part of an effort to streamline release names and align Advantive products more effectively based on the date they are released. The product versioning feature enhances consistency and simplifies the release process.

Security is a top priority for businesses across all industries. Proplanner has upgraded various third-party security dependencies. This proactive approach to security not only protects customer data, but also prevents potential security issues, which aligns with our efforts to prioritize data integrity and confidentiality.

Centralized app settings are a standout feature of this release. Proplanner facilitates faster deployments and reduces lead times when changing processes by creating a central storage for shared application settings. This enhancement underscores our dedication to providing practical solutions that drive tangible results.

Another notable feature is the addition of Unit Serial Number (USN) filtering functionality in the consumption workbench. This feature empowers customers to quickly analyze their data and make informed decisions for optimized business results. Proplanner enables manufacturers to stay agile in a competitive market landscape.

Consistently Improving Our Software Based on Customer Needs

At Advantive, we pride ourselves on our unwavering commitment to our customers. We listen attentively to user feedback and prioritize their needs in every aspect of our development process. In addition to adding several new features that enhance user functionality with Proplanner’s Assembly Planner, we resolved several existing limitations and issues to ensure a smoother, more seamless experience for our users. Some of these fixes included:

  • Fixing inconsistencies in data displayed
  • Enhancing validation logic
  • Navigation improvements
  • User interface enhancements
  • Software usability improvements

The latest release of Proplanner Assembly Planner represents a notable advancement in Advantive’s mission to provide tailored solutions for manufacturing professionals. We reinforce our position as an industry leader by focusing on addressing the common pain points of our customers. Proplanner underscores our dedication to assisting manufacturers in achieving operational excellence.

Erik Kindel

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