We've just rolled out a significant performance update to Shopflow that will make your daily operations smoother and faster. These improvements are the result of extensive optimization work and direct feedback from our users experiencing slowdowns during busy periods.
🚀 Performance Enhancements
Database Optimization
We've implemented several database-level improvements:
- New performance indexes specifically for Jobs queries - dramatically faster job searches
- Optimized connection pooling - more reliable database connections during peak usage
- Improved caching strategies with increased cache size limits for better performance
Bug Fixes
Several critical issues have been resolved:
- Fixed MaterialField TypeError that was causing 3,676+ errors for users
- Resolved AppButton functionality issues
- Corrected calendar hour display problems
- Fixed print view formatting issues
📊 Enhanced Error Monitoring
We've integrated AppSignal for better error tracking and performance monitoring. This means:
- Faster identification and resolution of issues
- Proactive performance optimization
- Better insights into system health
🖼️ Improved File Handling
Comments and Attachments
Major improvements to how files work within Shopflow:
- Images now display directly in comments - no more clicking to view
- Better file preview generation with white backgrounds for clarity
- Upload attachments anytime - no need to be in edit mode
- Independent comment loading - comments load separately for faster page loads
New Features
- Added file type filtering for attachments
- Improved email loading overlays for better user experience
- Enhanced comment formatting with HTML entity fixes
📅 Calendar Improvements
Following up on our popular calendar features from 2023:
- Hours now display on calendar views - see time allocations at a glance
- Click to add jobs directly from the calendar
- Better visual representation of workload distribution
🔧 Technical Infrastructure
Behind-the-scenes improvements:
- Updated Node.js and Yarn for better performance
- Removed legacy tracking scripts (Heap, Hotjar) for faster page loads
- Improved deployment processes for more reliable updates
🏢 New Customer Onboarding
We're excited to welcome several new shops to the Shopflow family, including:
- Highland Marine Services
- Yacht Canvas
Their feedback has been instrumental in identifying areas for improvement.
What This Means for You
These updates translate to:
- Faster page loads - especially when viewing jobs and calendars
- More reliable performance during busy periods
- Better file management - work with images and documents more efficiently
- Fewer errors and smoother overall experience
Coming Soon
We're not stopping here. Our development team is working on:
- Further performance optimizations
- Enhanced reporting capabilities
- Mobile app improvements
- Advanced scheduling features
Thank You
Your feedback drives these improvements. If you notice any issues or have suggestions for future updates, please use the Feedback button in your Shopflow dashboard or email us at [email protected].
Experience these performance improvements firsthand. Log in to Shopflow or schedule a demo if you're not yet a user.