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Release Notes - See What's New In Contify
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Written by Contify Marketing
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October 18, 2024

Home Page

Contify introduces the all new home page. It serves as a central hub for everything that the platform has to offer. You can interact with the tiles and get to where you want in the platform quicker than ever. You can drag the tiles on the home page to re order them according to your preference. Contify also gives you the flexibility of only seeing what you want on the home page with the disable tile feature. Just go to the customize option and disable the tile you don't want in your view.

September 20, 2024

Newsfeed

UI Refresh

Your Newsfeed has an all new look. With the smart filters now on the left you have a much cleaner view making it easier to navigate and tinker around the Newsfeed.

One-click Fact generation

You can now create Insights directly from the Newsfeed at the click of a button. Simply click on the “+” in the newscard, select the object and create an Insight. You can also click on object suggestions in the newscards and create Insights using that object.

Newsletter

Now you can directly add updates to your bookmarks from newsletters eliminating the hassle of locating the update in the Newsfeed to do the same.

September 9, 2024

Insights

Add Insights to Newsletter

The Contify platform now lets you add Insights to your Newsletter making it easier than ever to share the insights you derived.

Newsfeed

Website Change Tracker

The website change tracker of Contify platform has an all new look. You can now compare the changes made in a webpage using a convenient side by side fashion. You can also zoom in on the view or switch the views to track the changes using the hover tool.

Bookmark updates from Alerts

The Contify platform now enables you to add an update to Bookmarks directly from the email and Instant alerts. These updates will be added to your other bookmarks in the Contify platform.

Add stories to Newsletter

With Contify’s new offering of enabling you to add individual updates to the Newsletter you don’t have to keep track of the updates by selecting them in bulk. You can add updates as you scroll through your Newsfeed on the go.

Flag for Key Updates

You can now see a clear indication when an update has been marked as a “Key Update” enabled by the “Key Update” flag in the Contify platform.

August 20, 2024

Insights

Copilot

The copilot just got smarter! Curated Newsfeed is also added as a source now. You can now get tailored responses from Copilot for your questions using the “Focus Areas”. You can either select multiple Focus Areas or a single one to get the most out of your Copilot.

Newsfeed

Refreshed UI

The Newsfeed on the Contify platform has been revamped. You can now find all your relevant news stories in a clutter free view with improved and intuitive navigation. The search and advanced search options are also made prominent for easier access.

Bookmarks

Never lose relevant stories. Contify now lets you bookmark news stories from the Newsfeed.

You can bookmark the stories you find useful and take a look at them at your convenience

without the hassle of combing through the Newsfeed

Favorite Saved Searches

Search quicker with Contify’s favorite saved searches option. You can now create a saved search and mark it as “favorite” and run it the next time you need it from the favorite saved search list.

Indicator to show if a story has already been added to Insights

You can now easily locate the stories in the Newsfeed which have been used to generate Insights. The stories from which Insights have been generated are now distinguishable in the Contify platform.

August 2, 2024

Dashboard

Add Widgets to Newsletters

The Contify platform now lets you add widgets to your newsletters directly from your dashboard. You can do this by clicking on the 3-dot menu button in your dashboard widget and selecting the Newsletter to which you want to add the widget.

Insights

Analyst and AI generated tabs in KIQ Response

We have improved the user experience of creating KIQ Response. Now you can see the AI generated insight and the Analyst Insight in separate boxes to better extract the value from that Insight.

Newsfeed

View Stories in Curated Newsfeed Button

We have made it simpler for you to find stories in your Curated Newsfeed. You can directly go the story that you have added to the Curated Newsfeed from the Global Newsfeed news card by clicking on the “View in Curated Newsfeed” button.

Newsletter

Download Newsletters as PDFs

Sent newsletters can now be downloaded as PDF documents from the ‘Sent’ tab of Newsletter Manager.

July 19, 2024

Newsletter

Automatic Addition of AI Generated Key Highlights

In the latest roll out, we have implemented a feature that automatically adds AI-generated Key Highlights for all the updates in a newsletter. This means that the newsletters will contain the key highlights of all the updates by default.

July 5, 2024

Dashboard

Improved Images in Dashboard downloads

We've upgraded our process to ensure that downloaded images are of better quality. The functionality behind the download widget & download workspace has also been upgraded to match the current process of sharing dashboards via email. This ensures that the images users download are consistent and of high quality throughout the dashboard.

Insights

Loading Icon Insights Data Tab

We've added a spinner to the data tabs in Insights. Now, you'll see a loading indicator while your data is being fetched. This should help make it clear when your data is still loading and prevent any confusion.

Newsfeed

Copy View Upgrade

We've made it easier for you to share your work with your team! Now, when you copy a view, all custom tags and advanced queries are also copied. This means that the recipient of the copied view will have access to all the same information and functionality as the original view. We've also ensured that all user permissions and data integrity are maintained during the copying process.

Summarisation of Updates in Curated Newsfeed

We've introduced a new feature that allows you to select multiple updates and generate a summary for them all at once! This feature uses LLMs to generate the summary, and you can even edit the prompt for generating the title and summary if you're not satisfied with the output.

Newsletter Manager

Enhanced Accuracy for Newsletter Analytics

We've improved newsletter analytics to ensure that the data displayed on the platform matches the downloadable analytics reports. The UI has been updated, and the analytics data on the Contify platform is now updated in real-time for greater consistency and accuracy.

Bug Fixes

  • Cursor Jumping in Text Box

    We've fixed an issue where cursors would jump around in the text box on the platform sometimes.

  • Adding/Removing Company Logo in Insights

    We've fixed a bug where the company logo was not adding or removing correctly in insights.

  • Deduplication Cluster Update

    We've resolved an issue with our deduplication logic to make duplicate story identification more accurate. The updated logic now considers user curation when identifying the root story among duplicates.

  • Bubbles in Chart Area

    We've fixed a bug where bubbles were getting cut off in the chart area.

  • Deleting Created Widgets

    We've fixed a bug where users were unable to delete created widgets.

  • Share Via Email

    We've fixed a bug where the Share Via Email feature was not working if new charts were present in the workspace in Dashboards.

June 21, 2024

Dashboard

Benchmarking Widget Icon Update

The icon in the Company Product Benchmarking has been updated. The icons have been updated to better indicate the unavailability of information for a particular feature on the Contify platform.

Insights

Improved Filters for Data Tab

We've redesigned the filter on the Insights - Data Tab page to make it more user-friendly. Now, filter labels are always visible, so you'll never be confused about which filter you've selected.

Revamped KIQ Response headers

We’ve made improvements to the logo placement for KIQ Response. Now, whether you have a single logo or multiple logos, we've got you covered. Explore the new design, optimised for one, two, or three logos, to see the enhancements in action.

Newsfeed

Updated News Card Tab Configuration

We’ve made changes to the tabs in updates within the newsfeed. The "Intro" tab has been renamed to "Lead Paragraph," and the tabs have been reordered for better navigation.

Enhanced 'url_contains' Operator for More Precise Searches

We've enhanced the functionality of the 'url_contains' operator. Now, it only provides stories where the user query matches with the source URL, instead of checking across source and all attachment URLs. This should make your searches more precise and relevant.

Bug Fixes

  • Fixed 'Server 500' Error on Curated Newsfeed

    The bug causing a 'Server 500' error on the curated newsfeed when copying a view has been fixed.

  • Fixed Issue with Reshuffling of Widgets

    The issue where widgets were not appearing in the correct order after using the drag-and-drop feature has been fixed.


June 12, 2024

Copilot

PDF-Enabled Copilot

The Contify Copilot just got smarter! Users can now upload PDFs and ask questions based on the content of these files. The Copilot will respond using the information from your PDFs, with the flexibility to add and remove any PDFs as needed.

Dashboard

Visualise Geographical Data with Region Coverage Charts

We have added a new Region Coverage Chart to the collection of Dataset widgets already available in the Dashboard. Experience your data in a more interactive and engaging way, bringing your insights to life.

Fresh Look for Separator Widget

We've revamped the Separator widget with updated background and text colours. Enjoy the refreshed and visually appealing design.

Total Value Display for Stacked Charts

We've enhanced our stacked charts and % stacked charts. Now, you can see the total value at the top of the chart, giving you a quick overview of your data.

Insights

Discover the New "Data" Tab for Enhanced Insights

Explore our newly added "Data" tab, positioned next to the KIQ Response tab. This feature comes with sub-tabs for all your Insight Objects, allowing you to manage and interact with your Insights effortlessly. Dive into this enhanced functionality today!

Simplified Data with Combined Values and Currency

Our Insights Card now concatenates values and their corresponding currency into a single field. This update provides a streamlined and easy-to-understand data representation for all Insight Objects.

Enhanced Reference Management

Users can now regenerate insight descriptions after modifying references. Easily update insights to ensure accuracy by adding or unlinking references and regenerating the responses. This feature is only available for KIQ Responses.

Add External URLs as References

Users can now add references using external URLs, enhancing the ability to include diverse sources. This extends the previous functionality of adding only Insights and updates from the Contify platform.

Newsfeed

Open Access to Key Highlights, Summaries, and Quotes

The Key Highlights, Summary, and Quotes tabs in newsfeeds are now visible to all users by default with no additional permissions required. Access easy to use information instantly and effortlessly.

Quick Access to All Updates with New Release Notes Button

Stay up-to-date effortlessly! We've added a new button on the platform that takes users directly to the Release Notes page. Access all the latest updates and improvements in one click.

Bug Fixes

  • Improved Error Messages

    Error messages are now more descriptive and helpful, making it easier to understand issues and find solutions.

  • Improved Quote Extraction

    The model for extracting quotes from updates has been refined for better accuracy.

  • Smart Filters UI Fix

    Checkboxes and labels in Smart filters now align correctly, offering a more streamlined user interface.

  • Clearer Story Curation

    Fixed an issue where text colour was blending with the background in story curation, ensuring better visibility.


May 24, 2024

Dashboard

Introducing new charts for Data Visualisation

We've added 2 new chart types to our Dashboard. Check out the Bubble Chart and Sunburst Chart, which can be used for displaying multiple data points and making the evaluation of their relationships easier.

UI for Auto-populated Widgets

We've updated the UI for auto-populated widgets in the template. Now, you can clearly distinguish between automated and manual widgets while selecting widgets.

Newsfeed

Updated View Original Text on Story Card

We have enhanced the design of the button story card that enables you to toggle between viewing the original text and the translated text. This update improves visibility, making it easier for you to switch between languages.

User Management

Introducing Forced SSO configurations

We've updated the user management module on the platform to make the include configurations to for Forced SSO. You can now enable the Force SSO option while creating users. The bulk import has been also been updated to make these configurations easier.

Bug Fixes

  • Resolved an issue where the cursor would jump around in the text box in some cases.

  • Fixed a scrolling issue and updated the streaming blinker in Contify Copilot.

  • Resolved a bug that was preventing users from adding a story through Primary Intel when the summary was long.


May 10, 2024

Copilot

Copilot Streaming Update

Experience faster responses from Copilot with improved UI and streamed responses. Users can now receive content swiftly without waiting for complete responses.

Dashboard

Share Dashboard Workspaces Externally

Introducing the ability to share your dashboard externally via email. Easily distribute your workspace insights with colleagues and partners. The shared dashboards maintain privacy with no implicit share permissions.

KIQ based template widgets

Discover our new KIQ-based widgets, allowing users to compile insights related to specific Key Intelligence Questions into customisable widgets for your dashboard.

Separator Widget

Introducing the Separator Widget for enhanced workspace organisation. You can now organise your workspace into clear and distinct sections using labelled separators. Maintain visual clarity and structure with this intuitive new feature.

Improved Chart Widget Creation

Enhanced error handling for chart widget creation. Users are prompted to add data before creating a chart, ensuring accurate and complete visualisations.

Widget Sequence Customisation

Users can now change the sequence of widgets within their templates. Tailor the layout and flow of your workspace to suit your needs with this new customisation option.

Select All Option for Templates

Streamline template creation with the new "Select All" feature for dashboard widget templates. Effortlessly include all widgets in your template selections.

Horizontal Scroll for Widgets

Enjoy better visibility and readability with horizontal scrolling added to the timeline widgets. Easily navigate through more events within your timeline widgets.

Insights

Export Insights data

Export selected insights directly as CSV files. All fields from your selected insights are included in the file, matching the order of entry. Simplify data sharing and analysis with this streamlined export feature.

View in Curated newsfeed

Navigate seamlessly between Insights and the curated newsfeed. Access news cards directly from Insights references with the new "View in Newsfeed" button.

Get Translated content while Adding updates

Access translated content directly through the "Add Update" button on the newsfeed. Enhance your newsfeed experience with quick, language-specific updates.

User Management

Forced SSO Login

We have added Forced Single Sign-On (SSO) for user login. Enhanced validation for the “Forgot Password” option ensures compliance with SSO settings.

Bug Fixes

  • Resolved an issue where value for custom fields could not be added in standard objects for Insights.

  • Fixed a bug causing retention of navigation bar and filters after creating KIQ Responses.

  • Resolved issue where filters reappeared after being removed.

  • Fixed display issues where description was not visible in Insight form and not getting auto-populated in insights created via URL.


May 3, 2024

Dashboard

Dynamic Auto-populating widgets Charts

We have added auto-populating column charts in widgets. Just provide the company names, and the chart will be plotted with companies on the x-axis and selected values on the y-axis. This feature currently supports objects like Funding, Financial performance, Capital Expenditure, Hiring and Layoffs.

Multi-company Benchmarking

We've enabled benchmarking among more than one company in the templates. Now, you can compare and contrast performance across multiple businesses for a more comprehensive analysis.

Insights

Introducing comments with user tagging in Insights

We've enabled a new feature that allows you to tag other users in comments. This will help improve collaboration and communication within your team. Just type '@' followed by the username and they will be notified.

Webhook Authentication for secure Data Access

We've upgraded the security for our Webhooks. This means that now, only authorised users can view you data, keeping the information safe and private.

Bug Fixes

  • We've fixed a bug where the 'View all' button UI was broken on the Newsfeed widget

  • We've resolved a bug where after creating KIQ Response, the 'Add to KIQ Response' navigation bar was retained and filters were also getting retained.


April 19, 2024

Copilot

Contify Copilot

We're excited to introduce the new Contify Copilot. This feature can be accessed from a new tab on the platform. The chatbot is designed to provide answers to your queries, along with the source from where the answer has been generated. Initially, the data source will be Insights, but we're planning to expand this to include Curated Newsfeed in the future.

The copilot will only be visible to users with access to the insights module.

Insights

'Ask the Expert' Button: Direct Query Submission

We've replaced the 'regenerate response' button with a new 'Ask the Expert' button. When you click this button, a form will appear where you can submit your query which will be addressed by a Contify Expert.

Insights Issue Reporting: Streamlined Feedback Mechanism

We've added a new feature that allows you to report issues related to Insights. A popup similar to the 'report issue' in the Contify newsfeed will appear, containing a comment box for specifying the details of the issue.

Tooltips in Insight mini-cards

We've added a tooltip to the Insight list view on the left which will display when hovering the cursor over the Insight title. This has been done to make the navigation easier while providing additional context during browsing.

Renamed Insights Tab

The 'Insights' tab has been renamed to 'Facts' for improved clarity and consistency.

Newsfeed

Translation of non-English content

We've implemented an in-house machine learning model for translating non-English content. This new feature will help enable translation of all non-English content, apply custom tags to non-English content, and deliver translated content on both the Contify platform and News API.


April 4, 2024

Dashboard

Revamped Workspace view in Dashboards

Users can now view the workspaces through a left panel in the dashboard. The vertical slider menu opens a list of workspaces present in the dashboard. Workspace names also have an edit icon which opens the modal to edit the workspace. This has been done to make the navigation process in more intuitive and easier.

Insights

Insights Usability UI update

We've made several updates to improve the user journey and insights adoption. Help documentation for the Insights page and KIQs has also been added at various points to help users navigate Insights easier.

Sorting of Insights - By 'date announced/ captured'

We've added a new option in the 'sort by' dropdown in insights filters - "Date announced/ captured". This allows users to sort the insight based on the date when the event behind the insight was announced/ captured in the Contify system (newsfeed).

Enhanced Insights UI

We've made several UI/UX fixes in Insights. These include adding the company name in the node when the company logo is missing in the Insight Fact Card display, maintaining the same dashboard widget title height with or without image, and fixing the 'Display Field' feature in the Object's fields page.

Newsfeed

Enhanced Insight creation from Curated Newsfeed

Users can now select multiple 'Key Highlights' from a single story in the Curated Newsfeed and create a new insight. This is a change from the previous functionality where an insight could only be created from a single 'Key Highlight', allowing users to add more relevant information to their Insights.


March 22, 2024

Dashboard

Revamped Dashboards

We've given our dashboards a fresh new look! The user interface now has new default settings, making it more intuitive and user-friendly.

Shareable Widgets for Dashboard

We've made individual widgets from dashboard workspaces interlink-able and shareable. You can now share them externally via email or link them within another widget in a different workspace. This feature is designed to enhance collaboration and information sharing.

Insights

Insights UI Revamp

We've made several improvements to the UI/UX elements in the Insights module. These include changes to the display label and location of the 'Enable Website URL Field', making the title clickable in the references modal of an insight, and changing the position of 'view all insight'.

‘Added by’ in Insights

We have introduced an new 'added by' attribute in the Insights Date Line. Now, when an insight is created by Contify and copied to your account, under pending review status, the 'Added by' name will show as 'InsightEngine'. This has been to make the tracking the origin of Insights easier.

Newsfeed

Bug in Key Highlights

We've fixed a bug that was causing the Key Highlights to display as a paragraph instead of bullet points for some updates.

Newsletter

Fixed Navigation issue in Newsletter

We've resolved an issue where the text in the newsletter navigation tab was overflowing into the tab to the right. The navigation tabs now display text correctly.


March 7, 2024

Dashboard

Introducing Auto-populating Timeline Widgets

We have introduced new auto-populating timeline widgets such as M&A and Partnerships & Alliances, to enhance insight visualisation. We've made the date boxes in timeline widgets clickable, so when you click on a date, a new window will open, redirecting you to the Insight card used to create the event for that date in the timeline.

Insights

Enhanced Sharing Capability for Insights

A new button has been added to the insights references modal, allowing for easy copying of insight links.

Reference for Insights

We've added the ability to add a reference for Insights. The Reference (URL) field will now be mandatory for creating the insight enhancing traceability and credibility of the Insight.

Optimised Edit Prompt workflow for KIQ Response

We've updated the workflow for editing prompts that are used to generate KIQ Responses. This will allow users to tailor KIQ Responses to better suit their requirements.

Person Seamless Addition within Insights

Users now have the ability to seamlessly add records for new Person directly within new Insights. This will allow the users to maintain a record of key people in their domains and industries.

Improved navigation for Insights

Introducing a new 'View all Insights' button for easy navigation allowing the users to view all their Insights at the click of a button.

Newsfeed

Revamped PDF content

We have redesigned the process of content creation from PDF files. We now generate relevant Title and Lead from PDFs and summarise the content after extraction from PDF, allowing users to utilise the content more efficiently.

Newsletter

Revamped Newsletter Manager

We've refined the user interface of the Newsletter Manager with updated design elements and default settings. The updated newsletter manager will allow the users create more consistent newsletters in an easier manner.


January 22, 2024

Dashboard

More customisable Dashboard widgets

Users now have the flexibility to include or exclude 'Title' and 'Subheading' fields when creating widgets on the dashboard.

Newsfeed

Improved naming convention for tabs in news updates

We've renamed 'Facts' to 'Key Highlights' across all news cards in newsfeeds, providing a clearer representation of content for better understanding.

New advanced Advance Query

We have added a new query ('is_root=1') to facilitate locating root stories within the system. The documentation for this is available in the Advance Query help.

Newsletter

Enhanced Edit Modal for Newsletter manager

The newsletter edit modal has been expanded based on user feedback to offer a more comprehensive view of content during editing.

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