Restricted Product Release October 2024

As part of Allegion's ongoing commitment to enhancing user experience, a few UI updates have been made to the Restricted Product Application to improve overall usability.

Update Success Message After RPA Creation

We have observed that some users mistakenly believe they have completed the order process as soon as they create the authorization. However, creating the authorization is only the initial step. The process is not complete until the authorization, accompanied by the Purchase Order (PO) is sent to the supplier.

• Warning Sign: We have included a warning sign in after authorization creation to remind users that an extra step is required to complete the authorization process.
• Authorization ID: Displays the Authorization number (e.g., 52110241893301) in the success message.
• Next Steps: After creating an authorization, it is crucial to take the additional step of sending it to your supplier. This final step is essential to complete the authorization process.

Account Page Filter Modifications

An update has been made to the account page filter functionality to reduce confusion around the entry filter fields. This improvement addresses the issue where users were unsure of what to enter in the fields to filter data.

• Filter Toggle: A filter toggle is now available on the account page, defaulted to "off" when you access the main accounts page.

• Toggle Functionality: If a user has multiple accounts in Restricted Product and needs to find specific account related information, they can turn the filter toggle ON to activate the filtering feature. Once the filter is enabled, they can enter their desired input into the respective search field. This action will help narrow down the results, making it easier to find the precise account information they are looking for.

Enhancements to Account Info Page

Several UI updates have been made to the Account Info Page to enhance its layout and functionality. These updates include buttons with background color and hover over messages to add more emphasis to the page.

• Button Colors and Icons: The buttons for "Shipping Addresses," "Shipping Contacts," and "Edit Info" now have a blue background, making them stand out more. Each button now shows an icon that matches its function, to help users quickly understand what each button does.
• Tool tips have been added that appear when users hover over each button, providing a brief description of each button's purpose.

• Simplified Text: The verbiage that previously stated, "View Full Account History" to see any actions taken on the account has been updated to "View More," making it easier to read.

RPA’s that have been created can be viewed in the Authorizations tab and you have the option to download a PDF version of the RPA directly from this tab.