Network updates and changes

Universal Search

‍Feature Overview: A new powerful search capability that lets administrators quickly find what they need from anywhere in the admin portal, Dash. This practical addition eliminates multi-step navigation, providing direct access to workers, managers, companies, and shifts through a simple, centralized search bar.

What's new:

• Find any entity with a single search from the top menu
• Access shifts, bookings, workers, and companies without navigating through multiple screens
• Use keyboard shortcuts (Cmd+K or Ctrl+K) for faster access
• Search by partial names, emails, or IDs with smart matching
• Go directly to relevant pages with one click from search results
• Find information without needing to manually enter IDs or run queries

Batch Timesheet Processing

Feature Overview: Network has developed a timesheet management capability that enables processing multiple timesheets simultaneously. Unlike approaches that require reviewing each timesheet individually, Batch Processing empowers program leaders to act on groups of shifts at once, cutting administrative time while maintaining proper oversight. This solution complements existing timesheet management tools, creating a complete review ecosystem that enhances program efficiency and accelerates payment processing.

What's new:

• Reduce administrative time by approving or denying multiple timesheets in a single action
• Scale program management effortlessly by handling high volumes of timesheet reviews
• Maintain granular control with the ability to select entire jobs or specific shifts
• Prevent errors with built-in safeguards and confirmation prompts
• Streamline end-of-period processes with intuitive bulk selection tools
• Ensure consistent review standards across similar shift types

Single Sign-On (SSO)

Feature Overview: Network has enhanced platform security and access management with our new Single Sign-On (SSO) functionality. This enterprise-grade authentication solution allows users to access both Dash and Ondemand platforms using their corporate credentials, simplifying access while strengthening security compliance. Users can now navigate seamlessly between platforms without the friction of multiple logins, creating a more integrated experience that aligns with modern enterprise security standards.

‍What's new:

• Access both Dash and Ondemand platforms with a single authentication
• Maintain separate sessions across desktop and mobile devices simultaneously
• Choose between SSO or traditional login methods based on your preference
• Enhance security compliance with SAML 2.0 integration
• Streamline user management with centralized authentication controls
• Preserve administrative capabilities like "Login on behalf of" functionality

External Data Lake API

Feature Overview: Network has launched a flexible External Data Lake API that modernizes how organizations access and leverage their workforce data. This API-first approach replaces traditional file transfers with direct, on-demand access to critical data, enabling more sophisticated analytics and seamless integration with business intelligence tools. By providing programmatic access to workforce data, clients gain greater autonomy and can build customized reporting solutions that align perfectly with their unique business requirements.

‍What's new:

• Access your workforce data on demand without waiting for scheduled transfers
• Build custom integrations with your existing analytics and BI platforms
• Reduce operational complexity with more resilient data access methods
• Future-proof your data strategy with flexible API architecture
• Enhance data governance with controlled access protocols
• Enable real-time analytics capabilities for more responsive decision making

Manager Time Command

We have enhanced shift management with our innovative and dynamic clock-in/out feature – giving supervisors the power to clock workers in and out regardless of their standard time tracking methods. This practical solution addresses the common challenge of workers being physically present but unable to register their time, ensuring accurate records while respecting the realities of frontline work environments.

What's new:

• Manage clock in/out actions directly from the Dashboard or Job Details page
• Fine-tune time records with intuitive editing of start times, end times, and break durations
• Keep workers informed with automatic push notifications (internal) or SMS alerts (agency)
• Handle various attendance scenarios across multiple shift statuses
• Maintain accuracy with smart validation that prevents future time entries

Request Specific Agency Workers

Network’s VMS now offers an industry-leading approach to worker requests in frontline staffing. Unlike traditional vendor management systems that rely on manual notes or text fields, we've introduced an automation that lets hiring managers specifically request previous high-performing workers through a structured dropdown interface. This helps maintain consistency in temporary staffing while giving managers the flexibility to expand their talent pool if preferred workers are unavailable

What's new:

• Direct selection of previously worked with and highly-rated workers
• Automated worker-agency matching system
• Initial exclusive booking requests for preferred workers
• Flexible expansion to wider talent pool if needed
• Integration with existing agency prioritization feature

Cancellation Policy Enforcement

Network VMS has added automated cancellation policy management to help organizations enforce contracted cancellation terms with their staffing and agency vendors. This feature enables admins and unit managers to define multiple cancellation policies per agency based on different time periods and worker populations, with fees calculated as a percentage of the original booking size. Network automatically enforces these contracted terms while providing clear visibility of financial impact before any changes are made to assigned shifts.

Previously, cancellation terms existed in contracts but required manual tracking and calculation. Now, these policies are configured directly in the platform, ensuring consistent enforcement and automated fee calculations. Unit managers receive clear warnings about financial implications before cancellation decisions, preventing unexpected costs.

‍

What's new:

• Configure multiple time periods and worker populations per agency
• Automated percentage-based fee calculations
• Clear preview of financial impact before cancellations
• Automatic inclusion of fees in agency invoicing
• Real-time notifications of policy updates

District-Level Markup Control

Network VMS has added district-level and position-specific markup configuration to give organizations more granular control over their vendor pricing. In addition to posting contract-level rates, this enhancement provides the flexibility to easily manage markup rates across different agencies, locations and roles.

What's new:

• Configure markup rates at district and position levels through a simple UI
• Agencies can review and approve district-level changes through automated workflow
• Set position-specific markup options that override district defaults
• Maintain independent position-level markups when district rates change