In an effort to continuously improve our platform, we are planning a deployment for the month of February across our North American Cluster. Please see the Date and Features below for this deployment.

On February 8th, 2024 in our North American Cluster, we will be releasing below features/enhancement/bug fixes and performance improvement in a single deployment.

 

Bug fixes

Winmore-622: Address the failure of recompute ad-hoc formula columns

Existing Issue
Ad-hoc formula columns fail to recompute after operand field re-computation with manually changed currency segment lanes while removing or inheriting ad-hoc segmentation currency.

Resolution
This release resolves the issue where ad-hoc formula columns were failing to recompute after operand field re-computation, specifically in cases involving manually changed currency segment lanes during the removal or inheritance of ad-hoc segmentation currency. Formulas will now be recomputed successfully in related fields while ensuring the "recompute formula" checkbox is checked and performing the inherit or remove ad hoc segment operation.

Enablement

No specific enablement for this bug fix. All RateAI customers will get this in the release.

 

Winmore-644: Data in the formula field failed to update when the operand field is updated through remapping

Existing Issue

Users experienced a discrepancy where data within the formula field failed to update when the operand field underwent updates via remapping processes.

Resolution

This update resolves the issue pertaining to data inconsistencies in the formula field. Specifically, the formula field will now update accordingly when changes are made to the operand field through remapping procedures.

Enablement

No specific enablement for this bug fix. All RateAI customers will get this in the release.

 

Winmore-689: Retaining user entered studio formula as-is

Existing Issue
When users added a studio formula and navigated to the Price Inspector formula builder, unwanted spaces were displayed in the syntax. Consequently, the user-entered formula was overridden in the Internal Pricing Template and saved incorrectly.

Resolution
We have implemented measures to ensure that the user-entered formula is retained. Now, users can navigate between the studio formula and Price Inspector formula builder without encountering unwanted spaces in the syntax or risking the override of their entered formula in the Internal Pricing Template.

Enablement

No specific enablement for this bug fix. All RateAI customers will get this in the release.

 

Winmore-825: Handling Shipper file preview failures

Existing Issue
Preview of the shipper spreadsheet was failing in some rare cases when the file was generated on a much older version of MS Excel or by using third-party applications/libraries.

Resolution
We have implemented improvements to handle these rare cases effectively. Now, the preview is generated successfully even for files generated on much older versions of MS Excel or by using third-party applications/libraries.

Enablement

No specific enablement for this bug fix. All RateAI customers will get this in the release.

 

Winmore-899: Even after formula recomputation, formula results were not getting reflected within the PI table lanes

Existing Issue
The updated column formula results are not getting updated within the PI table lanes even after the completion of PI level recomputation.

Resolution
This issue occurs during the cloning of the organization from one environment to another. We now handle this scenario to ensure that updated column formula results are correctly updated within the PI table lanes post-completion of PI level recomputation.

Enablement

No specific enablement for this bug fix. All RateAI customers will get this in the release.

 

Winmore-926: On Shipper file import, handle the studio formulas in Pricing Inspector (PI) tables and accurately display 'recompute necessary' icons for the lanes

Existing Issue
Following a new shipper import, the studio formula results are not updated in the PI table lanes. Additionally, the "recompute necessary" icon is not displayed for the lanes, despite the studio formula data not being updated inside the PI table lanes for the new shipper import.

Resolution
We've fixed the issue where studio formula results weren't updating in Pricing Inspector (PI) table lanes after a new shipper import. Additionally, we've ensured the "recompute necessary" icon appears when studio formula data isn't updated inside the PI table lanes post-import. These improvements ensure accurate and timely updates to studio formula results within PI table lanes, enhancing overall data integrity.

Enablement

No specific enablement for this bug fix. All RateAI customers will get this in the release.

 

Winmore-1172: Difference Grid was not getting displayed during second Shipper file import

Existing Issue
After the completion of mapping during the second import of a shipper file, the difference grid is not being displayed.

Resolution
We've addressed the issue where the difference grid was failing to display during the second import of a shipper file. Now, users can expect the difference grid to appear, providing valuable insights into the changes between the original and imported data sets.

Enablement

No specific enablement for this bug fix. All RateAI customers will get this in the release.

 

Enhancements/New Features

Winmore-563: Capability to configure column visibility management type from ‘Studio’

Feature Overview
This release introduces enhanced column visibility management capabilities in Price Inspector, offering greater flexibility and control over column visibility settings. With this update, administrators can now choose between Admin and Local User settings to determine how column visibility updates are applied across Pricing Template instances.

Feature Description
Configuring column visibility management within Price Inspector involves the following steps

Steps	Description
Column Visibility Management Settings	Administrators can access an additional setting in the Studio's Record Builder to configure column visibility management for specific Pricing templates. This submenu, titled "Column Visibility Settings," enables administrators to define how column visibility updates will be handled.
Column Visibility Management Type	Administrators have the option to choose between two management types: Admin and Local User. Selecting the Admin option ensures that column visibility updates apply universally across all users and instances of the Price Inspector table. The Local User option retains the current behaviour, where updates are specific to individual users and instances.
Feedback/Confirmation Popup	When the Admin option is chosen in Studio visibility settings, a confirmation popup is displayed to users when updating visibility settings via the widget/modal or column menu in Price Inspector. This popup informs users of the broader impact of their visibility updates across the system.

Feature Enablement

Settings are explained in the table above. RateAI Admin customers will get this in the release.

 

Winmore-597: Add the manual recompute option and progress notification to PI preview in workbench and task layout

Feature Overview

Currently, users face challenges in identifying and resolving recomputation issues within the Price Inspector (PI) tables, leading to potential errors in data analysis and decision-making. This feature attempts to address these challenges.

Feature Description

1. "Recompute" button is introduced in the Workbench and Tasks sections.

   1. Enables quick identification and resolution of recomputation issues in the PI Preview table.

   2. Visual indicators highlight recomputation status for efficient data analysis.

2. warning messages has been implemented in export modals for identified recomputation issues.

   1. Prompts users to recompute formulas before exporting data, ensuring data integrity.

   2. Enhances user awareness and supports proactive data management.

Feature Enablement

No specific enablement is required. All RateAI customers will get this in the release.

 

Winmore-604: Progress Notifications and Error Messaging for Loading Pages and Tables for RateAI application

Feature Overview

The current system (across the application) lacks comprehensive notification mechanisms to inform users about delays in loading pages or tables, resulting in inadequate user awareness. Additionally, there is a need for improved error notification functionality to promptly inform users about encountered errors. This feature has addressed these issues

Feature Description

1. Enhanced Loading Notifications

   1. Introduced improved loading notifications for pages and tables.

   2. Users are now informed about delays in loading content, enhancing user experience.

2. Error Notifications

   1. Enhanced error notification system to inform users about errors effectively.

   2. Provides users with clear feedback on encountered errors, facilitating prompt resolution.

Feature Enablement

No specific enablement is required. All RateAI customers will get this in the release.

 

Winmore-611: Incorporate dropdown fields from the shipper file directly into the RateAI system

Feature Overview

Previously, our system lacked the capability to directly import dropdown fields from shipper files into the RateAI system without predefined mappings to IPT dropdown fields. This limitation hindered users from importing shipper column dropdown data as is, requiring additional mapping steps.

Feature Description

1. With this enhancement, users now have the ability to import shipper columns with dropdown values as dropdown ad-hocs directly into the RateAI system. This means that specific dropdown fields like "Mode" (e.g., trucking, air freight, ocean) and "Equipment Type" (e.g., Dry Van, Reefer) can be imported just as they appear in the shipper file, eliminating the need for IPT field mappings.

2. This enhancement offers significant benefits to customers managing diverse transportation modes and equipment types. By implementing ad-hoc dropdown fields in the RateAI system, users can seamlessly import shipper files with specific dropdown fields without the requirement of Internal Pricing Template field mappings.

3. Overall, this enhancement simplifies the import process, improves user flexibility, and enhances efficiency for managing diverse transportation data.

Feature Enablement

No specific enablement is required. All RateAI customers will get this in the release.

 

Winmore-794: Allow sequencing of business rules via studio as well as Price inspector (PI)

Feature Overview

This feature enhances the system's capability to create sequences involving Rule Engines, both from the Price Inspector interface and Studio.

Feature Description

1. From PI, users can configure Rule Engines in Studio, which will be listed in the Run Extensions modal within PI. These configured Rule Engines can be executed individually or as part of a sequence.

2. Within Studio, users can create sequences comprising a mix of rule engine configurations and enrichments or solely multiple rule engines. The process for managing sequences, including progress, confirmation popups, and error file generation, remains consistent.

Feature Enablement

No specific enablement is required. All RateAI customers will get this in the release.

 

Winmore-1020: Capability to set main-freight segment currency via an enrichment

Feature Overview

Previously, the system only allowed setting the origin and destination currencies via enrichment. With this update, users can now specify the main freight currency through enrichment, enhancing flexibility in currency management.

Feature Description

The enhancement addresses the limitation where the default bid/organization currency was utilized for freight currency, which may not be suitable for Air Pricing Templates. Users can designate the main freight currency as:

• The origin segment currency

• The destination segment currency

• Or a specified currency.

This enhancement provides users with greater control over currency settings, ensuring compatibility with diverse pricing scenarios, particularly beneficial for Air Pricing Templates.

Feature Enablement

No specific enablement is required. All RateAI customers will get this in the release.

 

Winmore-1027: Updated restrictions around ‘Manage formula’ functionality

Feature Overview

Previously, the "Manage Formula" option, intended as an admin functionality, was available to users in the Bid Reviewer group.

Feature Description

With this update, the "Manage Formula" option is no longer displayed for restricted users within the Bid Reviewer group. This fix ensures that access to admin functionalities is appropriately restricted, maintaining system integrity and security protocols.

Feature Enablement

No specific enablement is required. All RateAI Admin customers will get this in the release.