June 2024, Release Notes

MESH Works

Web Features

MESH Sourcing Marketplace

Users can upload potential projects for the MESH Sourcing database to offer competitive prices. Whether you’re looking for help on new materials and processes or simply looking to supplement your supplier base, the MESH Sourcing marketplace is a great resource to leverage thousands of suppliers in over 40 countries.

Jun24_1.pngJun24_2.pngJun24_3.pngJun24_4.pngThe APQP Gantt Chart can now be expanded to display on a full screen.

Jun24_5.pngPart Library Upload Template Users can now utilize an Excel upload template to import their parts into the Part Library.

Jun24_6.pngMESH Sourcing Supplier Profiles-> Add Customers: Enabled a feature to allow users/suppliers to add their top customers to their MESH profile to showcase their capability and customer base to profile visitors/customers.

Jun24_7.pngAdd Delete option in MESH Sourcing Marketplace, My Bids Page: By adding a Delete option on My Bids Page, users can delete their created Bid at any time.

Jun24_8.pngMESH Sourcing—Validating outdated profiles: We have enabled an auto email notification to all MESH Sourcing suppliers if they have not updated their profiles within the past 180 Days (6 months).

Jun24_9.pngMESH Sourcing-> Allow users to download Audit PDFs; Users can now download the MESH audit for MESH Sourcing suppliers in PDF format.

Jun24_10.pngJun24_11.pngContact MESH Sourcing Suppliers: Customers can use a general contact form within MESH to contact MESH Sourcing suppliers.

Jun24_12.pngQuote to Customer Sharing: This feature allows users to share a quote with customers with any external user and maintains a history of all sharing activities.

Jun24_13.pngList Page Filters: Added visual indicators

Jun24_14.pngMobile Release Features

Added Internal Discussion Boards within the RFQ module for users to communicate internally, tagging users with the “@” key.

Jun24_15.pngAdded Project Request creation capabilities: Users can now create new projects in MESH mobile. They can add project and part details, upload attachments, tag stakeholders, and more from the app.

Jun24_16.pngJun24_17.pngJun24_18.pngJun24_19.pngAdded Supplier Contact Us button for MESH Sourcing suppliers

Jun24_20.pngAllow users to download MESH audits to PDF for MESH Sourcing suppliers

Jun24_21.pngMoved company setup items to a single screen to simplify customized settings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q 1. What is the MESH Sourcing Marketplace introduced in June 2024?

Ans. The MESH Sourcing Marketplace allows users to upload potential projects. They can receive competitive bids from thousands of suppliers in over 40 countries. This helps expand or diversify their supply base.

Q 2. How does the MESH Sourcing Marketplace help buyers?

Ans. It gives buyers instant access to global suppliers. It broadens sourcing options, reduces costs, and helps identify new materials, processes, and manufacturing partners.

Q 3. Can suppliers also benefit from the MESH Sourcing Marketplace?

Ans. Yes. Suppliers can see new project opportunities, send responses, and reach new buyers around the world.

Q 4. What improvements were made to the APQP Gantt Chart?

Ans. The APQP Gantt Chart can now be viewed in full screen. This change makes it simpler for project teams to check timelines, dependencies, and milestones.

Q 5. How do users upload parts to the Part Library using the new template?

Ans. Users can download an Excel template. They can fill in all required part information and upload it to quickly fill their Part Library without manual entry.

Q 6. Why was customer information added to MESH Supplier Profiles?

Ans. Suppliers can now publicly display their best customers. This gives buyers more confidence in their experience, credibility, and manufacturing abilities.

Q 7. Can users delete bids in the MESH Marketplace?

Ans. Yes. A Delete option has been added to the My Bids page. This allows users to remove bids they no longer want to keep or publish.

Q 8. How does MESH handle outdated supplier profiles?

Ans. If a supplier hasn't updated their profile in 180 days, MESH automatically sends a reminder email to encourage them to update their information for accuracy.

Q 9. Can users download MESH Audit reports?

Ans. Yes. Users can now download supplier audit reports directly as PDF files. This makes reviewing, sharing, and keeping records easier.

Q 10. How can customers contact MESH Sourcing suppliers?

Ans. A general Contact Supplier form now lets customers reach suppliers directly through the MESH portal. This improves communication.

Q 11. What is the new Quote to Customer Sharing feature?

Ans. This feature lets users share customer quotes with any outside recipient. It also keeps a full record of all sharing activities to ensure transparency.

Q 12. What are List Page visual filter indicators?

Ans. List pages now show clear visual indicators that display which filters are active. This makes navigation and filtering more intuitive.

Q 13. What new features were added to the MESH Mobile App in June 2024?

Ans. Mobile updates include internal discussion boards, the ability to create project requests, buttons for supplier contacts, PDF downloads for audits, and a consolidated settings screen.

Q 14. What is the Internal Discussion Board inside RFQs?

Ans. It is a communication tool within RFQs that lets team members chat, tag each other with “@”, and collaborate directly in the mobile app.

Q 15. Can new project requests be created from the mobile app?

Ans. Yes. Users can now create project requests from mobile devices. They can upload attachments, add part details, tag stakeholders, and start sourcing workflows while on the move.

Q 16. Why is profile validation important for MESH Sourcing suppliers?

Ans. Regular validation keeps supplier data correct, helps with compliance, boosts search ranking in the database, and builds trust with buyers.

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