Issue 1: File Traceability via Folder Path When submitting files into the Reviews tool, users can view the file name and its folder path. However, when clicking on the folder path: The system navigates to the correct folder But does not highlight or identify the selected file This creates difficulty in locating the exact file, especially in folders containing large volumes of documents. Issue 2: Lack of Version History Access in Reviews When a specific version of a file is submitted for review: The review is locked to that version Version history is not accessible within the Reviews interface Although versioning exists in the Docs (Files tool), users must exit the review workflow to access it. Additionally: The Compare feature is primarily effective for drawings It is not suitable for document types such as: PDFs (reports, submissions) Word documents (specifications, contracts) Excel files (BOQs, cost sheets) 2. Impact Operational Inefficiencies Increased time spent searching for files within folders Disrupted review workflows due to switching between modules Reduced Review Effectiveness Reviewers lack visibility into previous versions Difficult to understand revisions, changes, and intent Risk Factors Potential approval of incomplete or incorrect versions Reduced auditability and traceability of decisions Limited Usability for Document Workflows Current tools are optimized for drawings, not documentation-heavy use cases Limits adoption for broader project teams (QS, PMs, consultants) 3. Proposed Enhancements Enhancement 1: File Highlighting in Folder Navigation When a user clicks the folder path from a file in Reviews: Automatically scroll to and highlight the selected file Optionally: Auto-select the file Provide a quick preview panel Enhancement 2: Version History Access within Reviews Introduce a Version History panel within the Reviews interface: View all previous and latest versions of the file Display metadata: Version number Upload date Uploaded by Change descriptions Enhancement 3: In-Review Version Comparison (for Documents) Extend comparison capabilities beyond drawings: PDF comparison (text + visual differences) Word document change tracking view Excel comparison (cell-level or value changes) Enhancement 4: Cross-Version Review Continuity Allow reviewers to: Switch between versions without leaving the review Retain or map comments across versions Option to flag whether comments are: Resolved Still applicable in newer versions 4. Expected Benefits Reduced time spent navigating and searching for files Improved review accuracy and decision-making Seamless workflow within a single interface Better audit trails and compliance tracking Increased usability for non-drawing document workflows
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