New Features

BFG Shop Now Supports Retailers Selling Products

Retailer-sellers can access the platform to browse products, place orders, receive orders and manage their own catalogs, streamlining buying and selling workflows.

• Products
  Retailers can manage their own products, including pricing, visibility, and certain product settings, while manufacturer-owned core product information remains unchanged.

  

• Import Products
  Retailers can import products into their own catalog, enabling bulk updates and efficient product management.

  

• Import Inventories
  Retailers can import inventory data to keep stock levels accurate and up to date.

  

• Retailer-as-Seller Direct Ordering Setup
  Retailers can now choose to sell their products on the BFG platform by completing the Direct Ordering Setup, including configuring shipping options, minimum order amounts, and order fulfillment rules.

  

• Received Orders
  Retailer-as-sellers can view and manage received orders, track order status, and monitor sales.

  

• Order Settings
  Retailer-as-sellers can configure order-specific settings, such as minimum order values, and product restriction, to streamline order management.

  

• Shop
  Retailer products appear in the shop alongside distributor and manufacturer listings, allowing buyers to discover and order items efficiently.

  

• Add to Cart via Retailer (Buyer View)
  Buyers can add products from retailer catalogs directly to their cart, review selections, and complete orders seamlessly.

  

Distributor and Retailer Catalog Changes via Edit Requests

Distributors and retailers can no longer directly edit product information in the catalog. Any changes must be submitted as a Product Edit Request, which is then reviewed and approved by the appropriate role.

• Distributors and Retailers Use Edit Requests for Catalog Updates

  Distributors and retailers cannot edit catalog product details directly and must submit a Product Edit Request for any changes, which captures the original and requested values, the submitter, and the timestamp.

  

• Distributors and Retailers Can Send Request Product Creation

  Distributors and retailers can now submit a Product Creation Request to the manufacturer to add new products to their catalog. This allows them to propose new items for inclusion, ensuring the manufacturer reviews and approves the product before it becomes available in their catalog.

  

• Edit Request Management Added for Distributors and Retailers

  Distributors and retailers can now manage pending edit requests and track which requests have been applied or rejected.

  

• Manufacturers Can Review and Manage Edit Requests

  All edit requests submitted by retailers and distributors are listed on the Review Edit Requests page for manufacturers, who can review all pending requests and choose to apply or reject them, and they can also apply changes partially, updating only the selected fields.

  

Enhancements

Detailed Description Added to Product Details in Shop

Product details on the Shop page now support detailed descriptions. This allows sellers to provide more complete product information, helping customers better understand the product before purchasing.

Product Locator Information Message Now Supports HTML Editor

The Information Message field in the Product Locator now uses an HTML editor, replacing the previous basic text editor. This enhancement allows users to format content with headers, styled text, improving the clarity and presentation of information.

Improve Store Matching During Import

Store import now updates existing records when a new or updated FFL number is provided, matching stores by name, FFL business name, and short FFL to prevent duplicate records.

Resolved Issues

• Fixed image upload showing the wrong file size limit, ensuring the displayed limit matches the allowed size.