Fabritec New Release – 23\6\2026
New platform capabilities and key workflow improvementsThis release introduces a new set of platform capabilities and workflow improvements designed to help teams access Fabritec faster, receive the right operational alerts, plan work more consistently, review production and revision changes more safely, and interact with Fabritec data more easily.The updates focus on improving:Shipping and site workflow control
AI-assisted data understanding
Faster response across production, QC, shipping, and project teams
1. AI Assistant Integration with Claude AI and ChatGPT#
Fabritec now supports integration with AI assistants such as Claude AI and ChatGPT using MCP-based connections.This new capability allows users to ask questions about their Fabritec data using natural language and receive answers based on the permissions available to their own Fabritec account.With this feature, users can:Summarize production progress
Analyze shipping readiness
Prepare management summaries
Generate clearer operational updates faster
AI assistants help users interact with approved Fabritec data more easily.
What’s New#
Fabritec can now connect with external AI assistants through an MCP-based connection.Supported AI assistants include:Claude AI through a custom connector
Connection Setup Overview#
When setting up the connection, users must add /mcp at the end of their Fabritec system URL.Claude AI Connection#
Claude connects through:Customize → Connectors → Add custom connectorChatGPT Connection#
ChatGPT connects through:Settings → Apps → Create appNote: For ChatGPT, Developer mode must be enabled before creating the Fabritec app.
Users must sign in with their Fabritec account and allow access before the AI assistant can retrieve approved information.
Example Questions Users Can Ask#
Users can ask Claude AI or ChatGPT questions such as:Summarize the current production status.
Which phases are delayed?
Which items are currently waiting for QC?
Show me the shipping status for the selected project.
Which items are ready in the shipping yard but not dispatched yet?
Give me a management summary for today’s production progress.
Prepare a customer update based on the latest project progress.
Summarize QC rejections for this week.
Permission and Security Control#
The AI assistant does not receive open access to all Fabritec data.Each AI assistant follows the permissions of the connected Fabritec user account.Users only receive answers based on their Fabritec permissions.
Restricted modules remain restricted.
Project access follows the user’s assigned Fabritec role.
QC, production, shipping, reports, and dashboard visibility remain controlled by Fabritec permissions.
If a user cannot access specific data inside Fabritec, the AI assistant should not provide that data.
Important Notes#
Fabritec remains the official system of record.
AI assistants help summarize and explain data.
Official actions must still be completed inside Fabritec.
Users should verify AI-generated summaries before sending them to clients or using them in formal reporting.
Users should only connect to trusted AI platforms.
Users should not share confidential project information outside approved company tools.
What Must Still Be Done Inside Fabritec#
AI assistants do not replace official Fabritec workflows.The following actions must still be completed inside Fabritec:Updating production progress
Approving or rejecting QC inspections
Managing user permissions
Uploading official documents
Fabritec remains the execution system.
Business Use Cases and Benefits#
Use Cases#
Summarizing daily production status for management
Reviewing delayed projects or phases
Preparing customer progress updates
Grouping pending QC inspections by stage or phase
Checking items ready for shipping but not dispatched
Preparing meeting notes from live operational data
Comparing progress across active projects
Creating faster shift handover summaries
Identifying bottlenecks without manually opening multiple screens
Business Benefits#
Faster access to operational insights
Less time spent searching across modules
Better management visibility
Faster reporting and status communication
Stronger decision support for project, production, QC, and shipping teams
Reduced dependency on manual report preparation
Clearer communication with clients and internal stakeholders
Controlled AI access based on Fabritec permissions
2. Task Templates & Schedule View#
Fabritec introduces Task Templates and Schedule View inside Task Manager to help teams standardize recurring work and track execution timelines visually.These features are useful when teams repeat similar operational steps across multiple Projects, Buildings, or Phases.Instead of creating the same tasks manually every time, users can now prepare reusable templates, apply them when needed, and then track the generated tasks on a visual timeline.
What’s New#
Fabritec now supports a new task planning workflow inside Task Manager.New capabilities include:New Task Templates page inside Task Manager
Ability to create reusable task workflows
Templates can be applied to: Users can define whether task dates are calculated using: Users can preview generated dates before applying a template
Generated tasks become live Task Manager tasks
New Schedule View shows project, building, phase, and task timelines visually
Schedule View helps identify:Tasks that should have already started
Project and phase schedule spans
Schedule data can be exported to:
Task Templates#
Task Templates allow users to create predefined task structures that can be reused across different operational contexts.
A Task Template can be applied to:This allows the same workflow to be reused many times without rebuilding the task list manually.Task Template = a ready-made task plan that can be applied to a Project, Building, or Phase.
What Users Can Define in a Template#
Each template can include:
Applying Templates to Projects, Buildings, or Phases#
Users can choose where the template should be applied depending on the workflow they want to standardize.Project Templates#
Use Project templates for project-wide workflows such as:Building Templates#
Use Building templates for building-specific workflows such as:Reviewing building models
Reviewing shipping sequence
Phase Templates#
Use Phase templates for phase-level workflows such as:Releasing phases for production
Preparing shipping readiness
Grid and Timeline Views#
Inside the template builder, users can switch between:Grid View#
Grid View helps users build and edit the task structure quickly.It is useful for managing:Timeline View#
Timeline View helps users review the planned task sequence visually before saving or applying the template.It is useful for reviewing:
Dependencies Between Tasks#
Task Templates support dependencies between tasks.This helps teams control task sequencing and avoid starting work before previous steps are ready.Supported dependency types include:Users can also define Lag / Lead values.Dependency Examples#
Drawing review must finish before production release starts.
Material estimation must finish before purchase request starts.
QC review must finish before shipping preparation finishes.
Phase revision approval must finish before release for production.
Applying a Template#
When applying a template, users select:Target Project, Building, or Phase
They create live operational tasks that can be tracked and controlled.
Schedule View#
Schedule View is a timeline-based view inside Task Manager.It helps users review project-related task schedules visually across time.Unlike Calendar View, which focuses on due dates, Schedule View focuses on:Project, building, and phase structure
Schedule View shows the execution plan across time.
Business Use Cases and Benefits#
Use Cases#
Creating standard project kickoff workflows
Preparing repeatable phase revision workflows
Standardizing production release checklists
Assigning engineering, planning, QC, and shipping tasks automatically
Reviewing project task timelines in planning meetings
Identifying overdue tasks before they affect delivery
Tracking phase-related task execution visually
Exporting schedules for internal or management review
Business Benefits#
Reduced manual task creation
More consistent workflows across projects
Clearer responsibility and ownership
Better timeline visibility
Stronger planning discipline
Faster project and phase setup
Improved coordination across departments
Better control over overdue and delayed work
Stronger execution governance inside Task Manager
3. Push Notifications and Advanced Notification Settings#
Fabritec now provides enhanced notification control, allowing users to manage how they receive notifications by category.Users can control which events they want to be notified about, and whether notifications should appear inside Fabritec, by email, or both, depending on the available options for each notification type.This gives each user more control over daily alerts and helps reduce unnecessary noise while keeping important operational updates visible.
What’s New#
Fabritec now includes improved notification management and push notification support.New capabilities include:New Notification Settings page
Users can manage notification preferences by category
Users can choose the preferred notification channel for each supported event
Available channels may include: New support for Push Notifications on subscribed devices
Users can enable push notifications from Notification Settings
Users can disable push notifications from their profile menu
Notification categories are organized by operational area
Notification Settings#
Notification Settings allow each user to manage how Fabritec sends notifications for different system events.The page includes categories such as:Each notification type has its own delivery setting, allowing users to choose the most suitable notification channel.Users can access Notification Settings from:
Push Notifications#
Fabritec now supports push notifications on subscribed devices.Push notifications allow users to receive important updates directly on their device, even when they are not actively viewing the Fabritec tab.How to Enable Push Notifications#
To enable push notifications:1.
Open Notification Settings.
2.
Go to the Push Notifications section.
3.
Under This device, click Enable Notifications.
4.
Allow notifications from the browser or device when prompted.
Notification Channels#
Fabritec supports different notification delivery options depending on the notification type.Available options may include:None#
The user will not receive this notification.In-App#
The notification will appear inside Fabritec through the notification bell.Email#
The notification will be sent by email only.In-App & Email#
The notification will appear inside Fabritec and will also be sent by email.Note: Some notification types may only support limited options depending on the event and system behavior.
Business Use Cases and Benefits#
Use Cases#
Receiving inspection requests quickly
Following revision approval activity
Tracking phase release events
Monitoring shipping date changes
Alerting users when items are ready for production
Notifying shipping teams when items enter the shipping yard
Keeping project managers informed about critical workflow changes
Reducing the need for manual follow-up messages
Business Benefits#
Faster response to operational events
Reduced notification noise
Stronger execution control
Reduced dependency on phone calls and manual messages
Improved accountability across departments
Better coordination between production, QC, shipping, project, and management users
4. Install Fabritec as a Desktop or Mobile App#
Fabritec can now be installed as an application on desktop or mobile devices, giving users faster access to the system without needing to open the browser and type the system URL every time.This update helps teams access Fabritec more easily from the office, factory floor, or site while keeping the same secure web-based experience.
What’s New#
Fabritec now supports app-like access on supported desktop and mobile devices.New capabilities include:Fabritec can now be installed on supported desktop devices
Fabritec can be added to mobile home screens
Users can open Fabritec directly from: Fabritec remains a secure web-based system
Installed access helps users keep Fabritec as a dedicated operational workspace
Installed devices can support push notifications when enabled and supported by the browser or device
Desktop Installation#
When using Fabritec from a supported browser, users may see an install icon in the browser address bar.How to Install Fabritec on Desktop#
To install Fabritec on desktop:1.
Open Fabritec in the browser.
2.
Look for the install icon in the browser address bar.
4.
Confirm the installation.
Mobile Installation#
Fabritec can also be added to a mobile device as a browser app.How to Install Fabritec on Mobile#
To install Fabritec on mobile:1.
Open Fabritec from the mobile browser.
3.
Choose the option to Add to Home Screen or Install App.
Important Notes#
Fabritec remains connected to the user’s tenant and account.
User permissions remain the same.
Push notifications depend on device and browser support.
Users may need to allow notifications from browser or operating system settings.
The installed app provides faster access but does not change the security or permission model.
Business Use Cases and Benefits#
Use Cases#
Production users opening tracking pages quickly from the shop floor
QC inspectors responding faster to inspection requests
Shipping teams following dispatch activity from mobile devices
Project managers monitoring project progress without searching for browser tabs
Management users opening dashboards or notifications quickly
Site users accessing Fabritec from mobile devices when needed
Business Benefits#
Faster access to Fabritec
Reduced time spent searching for the system URL or browser tab
Improved operational responsiveness
Dedicated workspace for execution follow-up
Better support for mobile and shop-floor usage
Stronger connection with push notification workflows
5. Return from Site#
Fabritec now supports Return from Site, a new workflow that helps teams handle cases where items have been shipped to site but need to return to the factory before erection is completed.This feature is designed for real operational scenarios where a dispatch reaches the site, but the items are not installed yet and need to be returned for review, modification, or refabrication.
What’s New#
Fabritec now supports a controlled return workflow for shipped items before erection.New capabilities include:New Return from Site action for shipped dispatches
The action appears after shipping and before erection
Shipping Calendar dispatch details
When Return from Site is executed, Fabritec moves the returned items back to the Shipping Yard
Once items are back in the Shipping Yard, the shipping team can manage them again from the factory side
If returned items require modification or remanufacturing, users can proceed with Refabricate
The action is only available before erection
After erection is executed, Return from Site is no longer available because the items have already entered the site installation stage
Where the Feature Appears#
Return from Site appears inside:Within the Dispatches list after a dispatch has been shipped.When opening the details of the shipped dispatch.
How the Workflow Works#
The workflow follows this logic:1.
Items are completed and entered into the Shipping Yard.
3.
The dispatch is shipped to site.
4.
Before erection, the team identifies that some items must return to the factory.
5.
The user executes Return from Site.
6.
Fabritec returns the items to the Shipping Yard.
7.
The shipping team regains control of the items inside the factory workflow.
8.
If needed, the returned items can be moved into Refabrication.
Important Rule#
Return from Site is only available:After shipping and before erection.
It will not appear after erection is completed because the items have already moved into the installation workflow at site.
Business Use Cases and Benefits#
Use Cases#
Items shipped to site but not installed yet
Items need review before installation
Site team requests modification before erection
Items need to return to the factory for correction
A shipped item needs refabrication
Shipping team needs to regain control of items before final site use
Dispatch reached site but installation sequence changed
Business Benefits#
Better control over post-shipping exceptions
Clearer traceability when items return from site
Reduced confusion between site, shipping, and factory teams
Safer handling of items before erection
Improved coordination between shipping and site execution
Ability to support refabrication after return
Stronger lifecycle tracking from shipping to site and back to yard
6. Phases Explorer: Manual Item Entry, Drawing Validation, and Smart Allocation#
Fabritec now provides enhanced control inside Phases Explorer when creating and managing revisions.These updates make revision preparation more flexible, especially when users need to add items manually, edit item details, validate drawings, review production status, restore deleted items, or handle mark changes safely through Smart Allocation.The new enhancements are available inside:Projects → Select Project → Phases Explorer → Add RevisionThese improvements strengthen the revision workflow while keeping traceability between engineering changes, drawings, production progress, and approval validation.
What’s New#
This update includes several enhancements inside Phases Explorer:Manual item entry inside revisions
Edit revision item details
Fit parent item weight based on sub-items
Improved drawing upload validation
Counters for unmatched drawings
Counters for items without linked drawings
Drawing preview inside Fabritec
Production status icon for Revision 1 and above
Smart Allocation for mark changes
Stronger connection with View Changes and Approval Validation
Manual Item Entry Inside a Revision#
Fabritec now allows users to add items manually inside a revision using the new Add Item button.Previously, users mainly relied on Import From Excel to add items in bulk. With this update, users can create individual items directly from the interface without preparing or uploading a full Excel file.This is useful when only a few items need to be added, corrected, or completed manually.The manual item entry form supports fields such as:Manual Sub-Item Entry#
The Add Item form also supports sub-items.Inside the Sub Items section, users can:Add a new sub-item manually
Mark a sub-item as the main sub-item
Remove sub-items before saving
This helps teams define assembly breakdowns directly inside Fabritec.
Edit Revision Item Details#
After an item is added to the revision, Fabritec now displays an Edit icon in the Actions column.Clicking this icon opens the Edit Revision Item form.Users can edit item information such as:This allows users to correct item data without deleting and recreating the item.
Edit Sub-Items#
Inside the Edit Revision Item form, users can also manage the item’s sub-items.
Users can:Remove a sub-item from the parent item
Fit Weight Based on Sub-Items#
The Edit Revision Item form now includes a Fit button next to the item’s Weight field.This button helps align the parent item weight with its sub-item breakdown.When sub-items are added, removed, or modified, users can click Fit to adjust the parent item weight based on the updated sub-item details.A sub-item quantity was changed
A sub-item weight was modified
The parent item weight needs to match the total weight of its sub-items
The user wants to keep assembly weight consistent before approval
Improved Drawing Upload Validation#
Fabritec now provides clearer validation during the Add Drawings step.Add Revision → Add DrawingsFabritec now shows counters for:Items Without Linked Drawing
Unmatched Drawings#
This counter shows the number of uploaded drawings that could not be automatically matched to an item mark.
Drawing Preview Icon#
When a drawing is successfully linked to an item, a PDF icon appears beside the item mark or inside the item actions.Clicking this icon opens the linked drawing directly inside Fabritec using the built-in PDF viewer.This allows users to verify the drawing without downloading it or leaving the system.Confirm that the correct drawing is linked to the correct item mark
Review technical details before approving the revision
Validate drawings during planning or engineering review
Reduce wrong drawing usage before production release
Production-Aware Actions for Revision 1 and Above#
Starting from Revision 1 and above, Fabritec now provides additional actions inside the Actions column.These actions help users understand how revision changes affect items that may already be in production.The Actions column may include:Restore icon for deleted items
Production Status Icon#
A new Production Status icon is now available for items in Revision 1 and above.Clicking this icon opens a Production Status panel for the selected mark.The Production Status panel includes:Average production progress
Quantity under inspection
Whether the stage requires QC
Whether the stage is outsourced
Restore Deleted Items#
When an item is deleted from a revision, Fabritec now shows a Restore icon in the Actions column.This allows users to bring the deleted item back into the revision before final approval.An item was deleted by mistake
Engineering decides the item should remain
A deletion was tested but should not be included in the final revision
The user wants to avoid re-importing or recreating the item
Smart Allocation#
Fabritec now supports Smart Allocation for revision changes where an item mark is modified and needs to be connected to an existing production item.Smart Allocation is mainly used when a mark changes between revisions and the system needs to understand that the new item replaces or continues from an existing item.When clicking the Smart Allocation icon, Fabritec opens the Smart Allocation panel.Inside the panel, the user can choose whether the item should be allocated to an existing item or left as No Allocation.If the user selects an existing item, Fabritec connects the revision change to that item so production progress can continue correctly under the new mark.Smart Allocation helps teams avoid:Losing production progress after a mark change
Treating a renamed item as a completely new item
Disconnecting revision history from production history
Creating confusion between old and new item marks
Approving revision changes without understanding their production impact
Business Use Cases and Benefits#
Use Cases#
Adding a missing item without re-uploading Excel
Correcting imported item data
Updating assembly sub-item breakdowns
Adjusting parent item weight based on sub-items
Validating drawings before revision approval
Previewing linked drawings inside Fabritec
Checking production status before approving a revision change
Restoring deleted items before approval
Handling mark changes after production has already started
Mapping new marks to existing production records using Smart Allocation
Business Benefits#
More flexible revision preparation
Less dependency on Excel for small changes
Faster correction of item data
Stronger control over sub-item structures
More accurate item weights
Better document and drawing validation
Reduced risk of releasing items without drawings
Safer revision decisions during live production
Better traceability between engineering changes and production progress
Reduced rework caused by incorrect item or drawing data
Stronger control before approval
7. Separate Phase Schedules for Production, Shipping, and Erection#
Fabritec improves phase planning by replacing the previous general phase date model with more detailed schedule sections.Previously, each Phase had a general:With this update, each Phase can now have separate schedules for different execution activities.
What’s New#
Each Phase can now include:Note: Erection Schedule is available when the project includes erection scope.
Each schedule has its own:This gives teams a more accurate view of the Phase lifecycle.
Why This Matters#
Production, shipping, and erection are different activities.They happen at different times, involve different teams, and carry different operational risks.A single Phase start and end date does not always provide enough detail to manage execution properly.With separate schedules, teams can now plan and track:When production should start and finish
When shipping should start and finish
When erection should start and finish
How each part of the Phase timeline connects to the next step
Example#
A Phase may now be planned like this:Phase 01#
| Schedule Type | Start Date | End Date |
|---|
| Production Schedule | July 1 | July 20 |
| Shipping Schedule | July 21 | July 25 |
| Erection Schedule | July 26 | August 10 |
This gives clearer visibility than one general Phase date range.
Operational Impact#
This update improves planning by helping teams separate:It also helps management understand whether a Phase is delayed because of:Instead of treating the Phase as one general timeline, Fabritec now supports a more realistic execution structure.
Business Use Cases and Benefits#
Use Cases#
Planning production dates separately from delivery dates
Tracking shipping windows after production completion
Planning erection dates for site execution
Reviewing schedule risk by execution area
Aligning factory, logistics, and site teams
Preparing clearer project timeline reviews
Understanding where a delay is happening inside the Phase lifecycle
Business Benefits#
More accurate Phase planning
Better visibility across production, shipping, and erection
Stronger coordination between factory and site teams
Improved delivery planning
Better management reporting
Reduced confusion caused by one general Phase date
Better ability to identify schedule delays by workflow area
8. Unrelease for Production and Unrelease for Shipping#
Fabritec now provides more control over Phase release workflows by supporting:This improvement allows teams to reverse a release action when a Phase needs additional review or correction before continuing production or shipping.
What’s New#
Fabritec now supports controlled reversal for production and shipping release actions.New capabilities include:Users can now undo Release for Production when needed
Users can now undo Release for Shipping when needed
These actions help teams return a Phase to a safer review state before execution continues
The update gives teams more control when a release action was completed too early or by mistake
Unrelease for Production#
Use Unrelease for Production when a Phase was released to production but needs to be reviewed again before production continues.Release for Production was done by mistake
The Phase needs additional review
The team discovers missing or incorrect information
The Phase should not continue to production yet
The team needs to correct data before production starts
Unrelease for Shipping#
Use Unrelease for Shipping when a Phase was released for shipping but needs to be reviewed again before shipping continues.Release for Shipping was done by mistake
The Phase was released before confirming shipping readiness
The shipping team needs to pause the workflow temporarily
The team needs to review the Phase before dispatch preparation
There are operational concerns before moving forward with shipping
Why This Matters#
Release actions are important workflow decisions.When a Phase is released to production or shipping, teams may start acting based on that status.If a release happens too early, by mistake, or before final review, teams need a controlled way to reverse that decision.This update gives users a safer correction path instead of forcing teams to continue with an incorrect workflow state.
Business Use Cases and Benefits#
Use Cases#
Reversing a release made by mistake
Returning a Phase for review before production starts
Holding a Phase before shipping readiness is confirmed
Pausing shipping preparation until missing information is corrected
Preventing production or shipping teams from acting on premature release status
Correcting workflow state before operational impact increases
Business Benefits#
Safer Phase release control
Reduced risk from accidental releases
Better review discipline before production and shipping
More flexibility in operational workflows
Stronger coordination between planning, production, and shipping
Better control over execution readiness
This release introduces new platform capabilities and important workflow improvements across Fabritec.
New Features#
1. AI Assistant Integration with Claude AI and ChatGPT#
Enables users to ask natural-language questions about Fabritec data while respecting user permissions.2. Task Templates & Schedule View#
Allows teams to create reusable task workflows and track project, building, phase, and task schedules visually.3. Push Notifications and Advanced Notification Settings#
Gives users more control over which operational alerts they receive and how they receive them.4. Install Fabritec as a Desktop or Mobile App#
Makes Fabritec faster to access from desktop, mobile, shop floor, or site.5. Return from Site#
Allows shipped items to return to the Shipping Yard before erection when review, modification, or refabrication is needed.
Improvements#
6. Phases Explorer Enhancements#
Adds manual item entry, item editing, Fit weight, drawing validation, production status, restore actions, and Smart Allocation.7. Separate Phase Schedules#
Provides clearer Production, Shipping, and Erection schedule planning inside each Phase.8. Unrelease for Production and Shipping#
Gives teams a safe way to reverse release actions when a Phase needs further review.
Final Outcome#
Together, these updates help Fabritec users:Receive the right alerts at the right time
Plan repeated work more consistently
Review revisions more safely
Handle mark changes with stronger traceability
Control shipping and site return workflows
Use AI assistants to understand operational data faster
Manage production, QC, shipping, and project execution with greater confidence
Modified at 2026-06-23 11:40:41
