Introducing A New Project Level Tool: Connection Manager
We’re excited to announce the release of Connection Manager, a new Project level tool that’s an integral component of our upcoming Connectability for Drawings functionality, set to enter Open Beta soon. This innovative tool is designed to redefine collaboration across projects, ensuring seamless integration and management of drawing connections between companies.
What is Connectability for Drawings?
Connectability for Drawings will enable a downstream project (recipient of drawings) to initiate a connection to an upstream project (source of drawings) that they have Drawing tool access to. Upon successful connection, published drawings will automatically be copied to the downstream project and kept in sync with the upstream project.
The Role of Connection Manager
Connection Manager serves as the hub for managing these project connections and notification settings. Now is the time to review and configure your settings before Open Beta begins. By preparing early, you ensure a seamless connection experience and set the stage for effective collaboration once the Open Beta begins.
Please note the ability to initiate connections is not currently available; this functionality will be available to downstream Open Beta participants in the upcoming months.
Take Action with Connection Manager Today
Upstream companies (source of drawings) - take time to review and configure your settings now! Once Open Beta begins downstream companies (drawing recipients) participating in the Open Beta will be able to initiate connections to your upstream project.
- Company Level: You have the option to allow auto-approval of all connections or choose to have Connection Manager Admins manually accept or reject each downstream project's request to connect. By default, this setting will be set to auto-approve all connections to reduce the administrative burden of manually approving connections. Learn more.
- Project Level: Configure your Connection Manager email distribution list to ensure the right members of your team are informed and engaged on a per-project basis. Users on the distribution list will receive notifications for new connections, disconnections, and connection requests (if manual approval is required). Learn more.
The Road to Open Beta
The Connectability for Drawings Open Beta is coming soon! To get ready, review and configure your Connection Manager settings today. Your settings will be applied when a downstream company in the Open Beta initiates a connection with you.
Downstream companies can sign up for the Open Beta here to be able to initiate project connections.