Release notes - LocoShop

Version - 1.0.0

July 4, 2025

Added

  • Upgraded the core development stack to enhance system performance, compatibility, and scalability.
  • Modernized backend tools and libraries to align with current industry standards and best practices.
  • These improvements provide a stronger foundation for faster development, increased security, and long-term maintainability.

Fixed

  • Resolved minor functional issues to enhance stability and ensure a more reliable user experience.

Version - 0.7.2

June 24, 2025

Added

  • Implemented dynamic carousel image sizing based on screen width and configuration settings to improve responsiveness and layout consistency.
  • Implemented brand functionality, allowing customers to easily and smoothly discover products from their favorite brands.
  • Added section-based product search in the client portal, enabling customers to quickly find their preferred and previously noted products with ease.
  • Webhook integration has been implemented in the order processing section, enabling real-time status updates and seamless communication with Steadfast courier services.
  • A dedicated Home button has been added to the client portal interface, allowing users to quickly return to the main dashboard.
  • An All Brand section has been integrated into the client portal.

Fixed

  • Resolved minor functional issues to enhance stability and ensure a more reliable user experience.

Version - 0.7.1

June 5, 2025

Fixed

  • Streamlined the order processing workflow for a smoother and faster experience.
  • Improved user interface and better usability.
  • Resolved minor functional issues to enhance stability and ensure a more reliable user experience.

Version - 0.7.0-Beta

June 2, 2025

Added

  • Implemented Drag & Drop functionality for prioritizing sections, categories, and products.
  • Added ability to show/hide sections in the client portal and made section images dynamic.
  • Enabled auto-sliding carousel image with dynamic speed and clickable images, each linking to a URL for improved customer engagement.
  • Implemented section-wise display of Latest, Popular, and Trending products, along with a category-wise All Products page.
  • Added "Buy Now" button on the product details page for quicker purchase access.
  • Added multiple new features to enhance the order processing workflow.
  • bKash payment integration has been implemented, allowing customers to make secure and seamless payments via bKash.
  • Brand support has been introduced, displaying the brand name beside each product and enabling users to filter products by brand.
  • During RetailGo to LocoShop migration, brand data is now synced automatically alongside sections, categories, products, and stores.

Fixed

  • Some functional issues have been resolved.

Version - 0.6.0-Beta

May 21, 2025

Added

  • Customer sign-in and sign-up features have been added, allowing users to stay logged in and place orders without signing in again.
  • Previous orders has been added where customers can view their previous and ongoing orders.
  • Added a marketing section that includes email campaigns, SMS campaigns, marketing credits, and a contact manager.
  • Added a Customer Lifetime Order Summary to provide a comprehensive view of each customer's total order history.
  • Introduced voucher-based campaign via Email and SMS to Enhanced marketing functionality.
  • Implemented a Customer Verification process that sends a One-Time Password (OTP) to the customer's email and phone number upon order placement.
  • Integrated Steadfast as a delivery partner to streamline and optimize the logistics process.

Fixed

  • Some functional issues have been resolved.

Version - 0.5.0-Beta

April 24, 2025

Added

  • Product discount campaigns have been added, enabling fixed or percentage-based discounts that are clearly shown to customers at the time of ordering.
  • Added a new CRM feature that displays the total number of orders including customers other informations for each customer.
  • Voucher feature is implemented. Voucher can be applied during order placement on the customer website.

Fixed

  • Some functional issues have been resolved.

Version - 0.4.1-Beta

April 10, 2025

Fixed

  • Minor UI/UX Issues Fixed.

Version - 0.4.0-Beta

April 09, 2025

Added

  • The feature for uploading multiple product images has been added, allowing users to upload several images for a product.
  • The UI/UX has been redefined for a better experience.

Fixed

  • Some functional issues have been resolved.

Version - 0.3.0-Alpha

March 18, 2025

Added

  • The UI/UX of the customer website has been enhanced.
  • The homepage banner design in site design settings has been updated with a new still image or carousel.

Fixed

  • Some functional issues have been resolved.

Version - 0.2.0-Alpha

November 18, 2024

Added

  • The Pathao delivery partner integration has been implemented in the system. Users can enable the Pathao delivery partner in the preferences
  • The order process has been redefined, allowing users to complete orders from initiation to either closure or cancellation

Fixed

  • Some functional issues have been resolved.

Version - 0.1.0-Alpha

October 31, 2024

Added

  • Users can easily sign up and log in to access the platform.
  • A variety of subscription plans are available. Users must select a plan to proceed with further actions.
  • The billing page provides users with a view of their monthly invoices and allows them to make payments seamlessly.
  • Users can create and manage their businesses directly on the platform.
  • View and manage orders received from the LocoShop customer website. New and customer-verified orders are displayed in the Ongoing order page, and users can update statuses from New to Customer Verified and then to Shipped.
  • Track and update orders that are Shipped, Delivered, Cancelled and Refunded. Users can update statuses as needed for completed orders.
  • User can access detailed information for specific orders, with options to download or print invoices.
  • Users can create, view, update, and delete sections, categories, and products with ease.
  • Use the catalog import feature to upload Excel files, creating sections, categories, and products in one go. Export catalogs to transfer product data across businesses.
  • Users can set sales tax on products, which will be calculated automatically when orders are placed.
  • Modify the LocoShop customer website’s homepage carousel images or static images based on the selected plan. Users can also manage sections for latest, trending, and popular products displayed on the landing page.
  • Add featured products to highlight them on the landing page by selecting from previously added products.
  • Users can update their business’s banner image and content on the About page for a personalized touch.
  • Customize the look and feel of the LocoShop website through theme settings, and access branding options in the Preference menu to enhance brand presence.
  • Improve SEO by updating fields specific to their business, optimizing the website’s ranking potential.
  • Set up a custom domain or modify the default domain URL to better align with the business’s brand.
  • To update the Branding of the business, User can visit the Preference menu and update the necessary changes.
  • SSL payment gateway is implemented. Users need to configure SSL settings by adding their Store ID and Password for safe transactions.
  • Set delivery districts and rates that will display on the LocoShop checkout page, where customers can select a delivery area to complete their orders.
  • The customer-facing LocoShop website includes a landing page, category-specific product pages, a product details page, a cart page, checkout, and an About Us page for easy navigation and purchasing.
  • Users can sync LocoShop with RetailGo from the RetailGo Portal. This enables catalog and store location synchronization, ensuring any catalog updates reflect on LocoShop, and any new LocoShop orders appear on the RetailGo Sales Summary page.