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Release Notes

Release Notes

Get the latest on new features and improvements to our platform. See whatโ€™s new to help you get the most out of Pattern Technologies.
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๐Ÿ†• Whatโ€™s New in the May 2024 Release:

New Features:

1. ๐Ÿงญ Streamlined Menu Navigation:

  • We fixed alignment issues on the menu page to ensure consistency in item names, descriptions, and padding for a cleaner look.

2. ๐Ÿ‘ Enhanced Multi-Brand Ordering:

  • Multi-brand orders can now be optionally limited to brands within the same kitchen location. If enabled, brands from different outlets are automatically disabled after a selection is made, ensuring smoother operations.

3. ๐ŸคŒ App-Wide UI Enhancements:

  • Improved spacing, fonts, colors, and alignment on the checkout page.
  • Updated search functionality and various UI adjustments across multiple screens for a more intuitive interface.
  • Changed the ‘following’ button label to ‘unfollow’ with an “X” icon for a clearer user interaction.

4.๐Ÿ’ฒMinimum Order Visibility Adjustment:

  • When the minimum order value is set to 0, it is no longer displayed on the checkout screen, simplifying the interface.

5. ๐Ÿ  Enhanced Address Management:

  • Users can now easily delete delivery addresses from their profile, simplifying address management.

6. โš ๏ธ Improved Delivery Address Prompts:

  • Clearer error messages are now shown if a delivery address isn’t selected or added, guiding users through the process.
  • ๐Ÿ“ Streamlined Location Selection:
    The app now prompts users to select a location upon opening, ensuring accurate delivery options from the start.

7. ๐Ÿ•’ Accurate Delivery Estimates:

  • Delivery time estimates on the checkout screen have been corrected for more reliable and precise information.

8. ๐Ÿ“ˆ Admin Portal Enhancements:

  • Improved geographic management with better visibility of polygons in the ‘areas’ section.
  • Specified image dimensions and supported file types on the partners page for better clarity.
  • Streamlined theme creation for a smoother experience.
  • Fixed product prices in past orders for historical accuracy.
  • Introduced a date picker for tracking Brand points.
  • Enabled viewing of products linked to specific categories.
  • Disabled deletion of categories to maintain essential data.
  • Added a city filter in ranges for more targeted management.
  • Implemented filters for featured images by active city and partner.
  • Enabled admins to filter reviews by comments for better insights.
  • Updated image management by including dimensions, file types, and max size.
  • Added city filters for partner management and product reviews.
  • Introduced city filters in outlets, areas, and themes for consistent categorization.
  • Added an order ID field in product reviews for better tracking.
  • Facilitated creation of offers for multiple branches simultaneously.
  • Enabled hyperlinking of vouchers for quicker access.
  • Added filters in the bulk points feature for better sorting.
  • Allowed combining of non-exclusive offers in bulk for increased flexibility.
  • Added a city column in outlets for easier identification.

๐Ÿ†• Whatโ€™s New in the June 2024 Release 2.0:

New Features:

  1. ๐Ÿ“ง Order Review Emails: Automated emails are now triggered whenever a customer leaves a review, sending the feedback directly to admin emails for proactive issue resolution and service improvement.
  2. ๐Ÿ›’ Checkout Page UI Updates: The checkout experience has been enhanced with the following UI improvements:
    • Dropdown and drop-up arrows are now aligned with the restaurant name row for a cleaner appearance.
    • The colon symbol on variants has been removed for a more streamlined look.
  3. ๐Ÿด Restaurant Sequence Fix: Corrected the restaurant sequence for multi-brand orders, ensuring a smoother ordering process.
  4. ๐Ÿ”  Menu Category Font Size: Increased the font size of menu categories for improved readability and easier navigation.

๐Ÿ†• Whatโ€™s New in the August 2024 Release:

New Features:

  • ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Map Fixes: Improved scrolling and searching on the map for faster and more user-friendly location selection
  • ๐ŸŒŸ Feedback Modal: Added a new feedback button on the home screen to make it easier for customers to rate their orders and share their experiences directly from the app.
  • ๐Ÿ’ต Redeeming Free Items with Cash: For orders with a total amount of 0, the option to restrict payment to cash only when redeeming free items is available. Card payment can be disabled for these transactions based on client preferences.
  • ๐Ÿšซ Cash on Delivery Restriction: Clients can choose to restrict cash on delivery for pickup orders, streamlining the payment process where necessary.
  • ๐Ÿข Add Location & Checkout UI Update: Updated the checkout experience by adding fields for apartment and building numbers to ensure more accurate delivery details.

Improvements:

    • ๐Ÿ›‘ Optimised โ€˜View Allโ€™ Button: For sections with fewer than five brand cards, the “View All” button has been removed to streamline navigation.
    • ๐Ÿ”„ Homepage Stability Fix: Fixed random refresh issues to ensure smoother browsing on the homepage.
    • โšก Faster Menu Loading: Improved menu loading speeds for quicker access to restaurant options.
  • ๐Ÿ†• Whatโ€™s New in the September 2024 Release:

    New Features:

    • ๐Ÿ“Š Mixpanel Integration: Now track user interactions and analyse data seamlessly to gain deeper insights across the platform.
    • ๐Ÿ“ฆ Product Inventory Management: Added a stock-out feature that automatically disables ordering for items once they are sold out, providing real-time inventory updates on the frontend.
    • ๐ŸŽ Sign-Up Bonus: New users now receive an automatic sign-up bonus, encouraging first-time orders without needing to manually create vouchers.
    • ๐ŸŽจ Updated Dialog Interface: Refreshed dialog designs to enhance the overall user experience.
    • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Points Redemption Limits: Set flexible limits for points redemption, whether in absolute numbers or as a percentage of the total bill.
  • Improvements:

    • ๐Ÿ›‘ Optimised โ€˜View Allโ€™ Button: For sections with fewer than five brand cards, the “View All” button has been removed to streamline navigation.
    • ๐Ÿ”„ Homepage Stability Fix: Fixed random refresh issues to ensure smoother browsing on the homepage.
    • โšก Faster Menu Loading: Improved menu loading speeds for quicker access to restaurant options.