August 2024, Release Notes

MESH Works

Web Features

Request Documents from Suppliers

  • From the My Supplier profile (located in Partners), in the Documents section, you can request documents from the supplier. The supplier will receive an email with a link to upload the document and return it to you. Once returned, the document will be placed in the correct area of the My Supplier profile.

  • Initiate the Request from the My Supplier-> Documents section of the profile:

  • Aug24_1.jpgSupplier is notified of the request:

  • Aug24_2.jpgYou can see the request is pending on the document listing in the supplier’s profile:

  • Aug24_3.jpgView the document history to find who, when it was requested, by who, and where the request was sent

  • Aug24_4.pngReturned documents are placed in their rightful location within the supplier profile:

  • Aug24_5.jpgMESH Marketplace Responses: See # of NDA and Quotes received on the main listing page for each bid.

  • All responses from potential suppliers will now be shown on the main listing page.

View on the My Bids page:

Aug24_6.pngView on the Public Bids page:

  • Aug24_7.jpgQuote to Customer (QTC) Sharing: Allow users to attach additional documents to the quote email before sending it to the end customer. The end customer does not have to be a MESH user to receive the link and access the documents.

  • In addition to the quote being shared via email link, users can attach additional documents to the recipient.

  • Aug24_8.jpgMarketplace-> Bid creation: increase the character limit to 3000 characters.

  • Project description field can now accept up to 3000 characters

  • Aug24_9.jpgDocument Compliance Module

Using the MESH Compliance module, users can create and maintain a secure, cloud-based repository of controlled documents for their organization. This is a simple tool for organizations required to maintain ISO 9001 documentation repositories (or similar) and maintain their documents in an environment that is accessible to all in the organization.

  • Create unlimited document libraries for various needs, such as maintaining crucial ISO 9001 documentation that must be updated and referenced annually.

  • Set owners of each folder to control access to the folder and all subfolders within it.

  • Set custom, individualized permissions for subfolders within your organization so that only the right departments and users can see or access what they need.

  • Add revisions and history to maintain a record of all previous versions of documents.

Image of document “folders” or libraries

Aug24_10.pngName your library and appoint owners of the library to control who can make changes.

Aug24_11.pngCreate subfolders for different departments and processes, tracking the document’s history in MESH.

Aug24_12.pngSubfolders can have customizable, individualized permissions for read/view only, write/edit, or no permissions.

Aug24_13.pngUsers can access the repository from the cloud to download or view the documents, make necessary changes, or upload revisions.

Aug24_14.pngAug24_15.pngFormer versions of documents are saved in an obsolete folder for future reference. The search bar at the top of the page allows users to find all relevant documents.

  • Aug24_16.pngAPQP Document Requests: Request documents from external users for each APQP project.

  • In APQP projects, users can request documents from external users, track the history of the request, receive documents for projects, and have them placed in their proper gate locations upon receipt:

  • The user initiates a request from the document section of the APQP gate:

  • Aug24_17.pngAug24_18.pngThe external user receives an email and links to upload the document

  • Aug24_19.pngExternal user(s) upload the document and details.

  • Aug24_20.pngThe requestor receives the document and can be approved or rejected accordingly.

  • Aug24_21.pngAPQP milestone templates: increase the maximum # of milestones in a template. Previously, project milestones could only contain up to 100 milestones. We have increased this limit to 150:

  • Aug24_22.pngMESH Marketplace Notifications: The system now notifies all participating suppliers in bids when projects are placed on hold, completed, or marked as closed. This will only be sent to suppliers who have requested permission to bid by submitting an NDA or those who have already submitted their quotation/response to the bid.

Aug24_23.pngMobile App

  • APQP Document requests: Request documents from external users for APQP projects

  • Similar to the web version, we have also released the feature to request documents from external users in mobile.

  • Initiate the document request from any gate in APQP

  • Aug24_24.pngEnter the details of whom you would like to request it and select “send request.

  • Aug24_25.pngPremium Supplier Profile Photo Gallery: added the photo gallery to mobile supplier profiles.

  • The mobile app will now render background photos and product sample photos when buyers view supplier profiles. This feature only applies to supplies who have upgraded to premium profiles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q 1. What is the new “Request Documents from Suppliers” feature in MESH?

Ans. This feature lets buyers request documents straight from a supplier's profile. Suppliers get an email link to upload the document, and it is automatically saved in the right spot in their profile.

Q 2. How are suppliers notified when a document is requested?

Ans. Suppliers get an email with a secure upload link. When they submit the document, the buyer receives a notification, and the file is stored in the correct folder.

Q 3. Can I track the history of document requests made to suppliers?

Ans. Yes. The Document History section shows who asked for the document, when they requested it, and if it has been finished.

Q 4. Where do returned supplier documents appear in MESH?

Ans. Documents sent by suppliers are automatically organized in the right section of the My Supplier profile for quick review.

Q 5. How does MESH Marketplace now show NDA and quote responses?

Ans. The MESH Marketplace listing pages now show the number of NDAs received and the quotes submitted for each bid. This helps buyers get a quick view of how suppliers are engaging.

Q 6. Does the NDA and quote response count show on both My Bids and Public Bids?

Ans. Yes. Both My Bids and Public Bids show NDA and quotation counts for full visibility.

Q 7. Can users attach additional documents when sending a Quote to Customer?

Ans. Yes. Users can now attach supporting documents with the quote email. The customer does not need a MESH account to access them.

Q 8. Will end customers see all attached documents even without logging into MESH?

Ans. Yes. A secure link lets non-MESH users access any attachments included with the quote.

Q 9. What is the new character limit for Marketplace project descriptions?

Ans. The project description field now supports up to 3000 characters. This change lets buyers give more detailed bid requirements.

Q 10. What is the MESH Document Compliance Module used for?

Ans. It is a cloud-based storage for controlled documents. It is perfect for ISO 9001 documentation, internal SOPs, training materials, audits, and compliance records.

Q 11. Can I create multiple document libraries in the Compliance Module?

Ans. Yes. Users can create unlimited libraries with different folders, owners, and permission setups.

Q 12. How does permission control work in the Compliance Module?

Ans. Folder owners can set view, read-only, edit, or restricted access for subfolders and documents. This ensures that documents are only available to the right teams.

Q 13. Does MESH store older document versions automatically?

Ans. Yes. All document revisions are stored in an "obsolete" folder for tracking and compliance checks.

Q 14. How does APQP Document Request work for external users?

Ans. From any APQP gate, users can request documents from outside parties. External users get an email link, upload their files, and the submitted documents automatically go into the relevant gate.

Q 15. Can external APQP documents be approved or rejected?

Ans. Yes. After receiving it, the internal user can approve, reject, or ask for more information about the uploaded document.

Q 16. What is the updated milestone limit for APQP templates?

Ans. Milestone templates now support as many as 150 milestones, an increase from the previous limit of 100.

Q 17. How does MESH Marketplace notify suppliers about bid status updates?

Ans. Suppliers who submitted an NDA or a quote will be informed when a project is on hold, completed, or closed.

Q 18. Can APQP Document Requests be initiated from the mobile app?

Ans. Yes. Mobile users can request documents from external users directly from any APQP gate.

Q 19. What is the Premium Supplier Photo Gallery feature?

Ans. Premium supplier profiles now show background images and product sample photos in the mobile app. This change helps buyers assess suppliers visually.

Q 20. How do buyers benefit from premium supplier photo galleries?

Ans. Buyers gain better visibility into a supplier’s factory environment, capabilities, and product quality. This helps them make more informed sourcing decisions.

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