Release notes¶
FSM Navigator is continuously improved with new features, performance enhancements, and bug fixes. This page tracks what changes with each release so you know exactly what is new and what has been improved.
How releases work¶
FSM Navigator follows a regular release cycle:
- Feature releases introduce new capabilities and significant enhancements.
- Maintenance releases include bug fixes, performance improvements, and minor updates.
- Security updates are applied as needed to keep your data safe.
All updates are applied automatically — you do not need to install anything. When a new release is available, you will see the latest features the next time you log in.
Release notes format¶
Each release follows a consistent format so you can quickly find what matters to you:
Example release¶
Version X.Y — Release title
New features
- Feature name — brief description of what it does and how it helps you.
- Another feature — explanation of the new capability.
Improvements
- Area improved — what changed and why it is better.
- Performance update — description of the speed or usability improvement.
Bug fixes
- Fixed an issue where [description of what was wrong and what now works correctly].
- Resolved a problem with [brief description].
Latest releases¶
Version 5.4 — April 2026¶
Feature release
New features
- Manager role — A new specialized role for operations directors and regional managers. Managers get read-only oversight across jobs, the KPI dashboard, reports, and audit logs, and can invite Dispatchers, Technicians, and Inventory Managers — without write access to jobs (no create/edit/assign), and without any access to company settings, billing, inventory, or assets. Pro and Enterprise plans. See Roles and access control.
- Sign in with Google or Microsoft — Team members can now sign in to FSM Navigator using their Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 account from the login page, when your team admin has enabled SSO. New invitations work directly with SSO too.
- Work Orders — Gantt view, recurring templates, and budget tracking — Visualize multi-job projects on a Gantt timeline, set up recurring work order templates for routine maintenance contracts, and monitor labor and parts spend against estimates as the work progresses. Enterprise plan.
Improvements
- Pricing update — The PRO plan is now $34.99 per user / month, with several capabilities promoted from Enterprise into PRO. Existing PRO subscriptions continue at their previous price until renewal.
- In-app help — A new help icon in the navigation opens the relevant documentation page for whichever dashboard you're on. Press Shift + ? anywhere in the app to open a docs search overlay.
- Customer email lifecycle — Automated reminders and follow-ups for bookings, feedback requests, overdue invoices, recurring services, and end-of-year statements run on a polished schedule, with one-click unsubscribe in every email.
Version 5.3 — March 2026¶
Feature release
New features
- KPI Dashboard — comprehensive business analytics with Financial, Operational, Technician, Customer, and Scheduling tabs. Includes interactive charts and date range controls. Enterprise plan.
- Team Board — visual technician workload view showing daily job cards, availability status, and SLA timers across your entire team.
- Technician Preferences — set preferred and blocked technicians per customer to guide smarter auto-assignment. Pro plan, Job Continuity feature.
- Warehouse Bins — organize inventory within warehouses using named bin locations with alphanumeric codes and item assignment.
- Stripe Connect — accept customer payments directly through invoices with automatic payouts to your bank account. Pro plan.
- Telegram Notifications — receive real-time job alerts, SLA warnings, and team updates via Telegram bot. Pro plan.
Improvements
- Guided onboarding — new "Read the Getting Started guide" step links to plan-specific documentation after account setup.
- Plan-specific guides — separate Getting Started guides for Free, Pro, and Enterprise plans with feature walkthroughs.
- Payment success page — now shows plan-specific guide links after completing a subscription purchase.
- Subscription upgrade — onboarding tutorial automatically restarts when upgrading to a higher plan.
Bug fixes
- Fixed tutorial not re-appearing after subscription upgrades.
- Fixed payment success page showing generic guide link instead of plan-specific documentation.
Version 5.2 — February 2026¶
Maintenance release
Improvements
- Auto-Assignment Engine v5 — improved technician-matching accuracy across skills, location, and workload rebalancing.
- Customer Portal — enhanced branding options and payment flow for customer-facing invoices.
- Mobile App — improved offline sync reliability and push notification delivery.
Bug fixes
- Fixed SLA timer display inconsistencies in calendar day view.
- Fixed bulk import CSV validation for special characters in customer names.
- Resolved scheduling overlap detection edge case for multi-day jobs.
What each section means¶
| Section | What it includes |
|---|---|
| New features | Brand-new capabilities added to FSM Navigator. |
| Improvements | Enhancements to existing features — better performance, usability, or design. |
| Bug fixes | Corrections for issues reported by users or found during testing. |
| Security | Updates that strengthen data protection and access controls (when applicable). |
| Deprecations | Features or behaviors being phased out, with migration guidance. |
Staying informed¶
- Check this page after each release to learn about new features you can take advantage of.
- Look for in-app announcements — major features are highlighted with a banner when you log in.
- Review past releases — scroll through this page for a history of all changes.
Try new features early
When a new feature ships, explore it in a low-risk way first. For example, test a new scheduling view with a single technician before rolling it out to your whole team.
Feature availability by plan¶
Some new features may be available only on specific plans. Each release note indicates when a feature requires a Pro or Enterprise subscription. You can compare plans at any time to see which features are included in your current tier.
How often does FSM Navigator release updates?
FSM Navigator ships updates regularly. Feature releases and maintenance updates are delivered on an ongoing basis, with security patches applied immediately when needed.
Do I need to do anything when a new version is released?
No. All updates are applied automatically. You may want to review the release notes to learn about new features or changes that affect your workflow.
Can I request a feature?
Yes. Contact our support team to submit feature requests. User feedback directly influences the product roadmap.
What if a release changes something I rely on?
Breaking changes are rare and always announced in advance under the Deprecations section. Migration guidance is provided whenever existing behavior changes.
Versioning¶
FSM Navigator uses semantic versioning to communicate the scope of each release:
| Version part | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Major (X.0) | Significant new capabilities or major redesigns. | 3.0 |
| Minor (x.Y) | New features and meaningful improvements. | 3.2 |
| Patch (x.y.Z) | Bug fixes and minor refinements. | 3.2.1 |
Related guides¶
- Plans & pricing — check which features are included in your plan
- Getting started — set up your account and start using FSM Navigator