The first release of 2012 is here! Many Jurisdictional enhancement requests highlight the latest and greatest version of PRISM ever. Some of the more prominent features include:

1. Key Word Search: The Key Word Search has replaced the list all function in Vendor, Contract, Compliance, and Certification management. Now users will be able to type in Key Words and PRISM will search selected fields for matches.

2. PRISM Fax: Vendors will now be able to fax documents (checklist items) through the certification module in PRISM when filling out certification applications.

3. Quick Vendor Add: Have you ever been in the process of entering a contract only to find out that a vendor is not registered in PRISM? Previously you would have had to place the contract on hold, exit to vendor management, add the vendor manually and then continue with the contract. Now, with Quick Vendor Add, you can simply input a tax id and vendor name and continue along with the contract.

4. Preview Email: Now when sending correspondence to vendors the email you are sending will be shown on the confirmation page instead of having to select preview. It's just another way PRISM is working to make your job less demanding.

5. Warn if Not MBE: This is a proactive step that PRISM takes to ensure that users are aware if they are attempting to assign a diversity role to a vendor that no longer carries that certification.

6. Vendor Performance Tab: This feature allows for Jurisdictions to share information with other trusted Jurisdictions about vendors' performances on current and previous contracts.

7. Google Earth Cardinality Display: Enables users to track contract spend, number of contracts and use of diversity vendors by zip code anywhere in the world.

8. Multiple Jurisdictional Industries: Now a jurisdiction may associate with multiple industry codes. Feel free to use NAICS, NIGP, SIC, and custom codes all at the same time.