Urgent stability update fixing excessive memory use and crashes when selecting and uploading photos or documents. This update also improves Portfolio evidence loading, prevents valid files with matching names from being hidden, and corrects successful SharePoint uploads being reported as failed.

This update makes portfolio status and progress clearer for candidates, and more reliable for assessors: • Evidence uploads now ask for the date the work was carried out and the site postcode (site address is optional). Use the same date and postcode for every photo from the same job; a different date or postcode counts as a new occasion. In assessor mode you can add date, postcode and site address when you re-label existing files. • Assessment status — Approved, Pending and Needs Revision now follow SharePoint more reliably, including when an assessor asks for changes after a first approval. Assessor comments show with the evidence. • Folder colours — SharePoint folder colours now show in the app as Pending, Approved, Needs revision or Rejected, so you can see assessment status at a glance without opening every file. • Unit progress — Progress bars update from your SharePoint folders without opening every file. Newly approved evidence is picked up when you view Progress. • Uploads — Photo and PNG evidence upload more reliably into the correct unit and criteria folders, including combined criteria folders. • IQA / EQA — Quality-assurance sign-off and notes on evidence are easier to see. • Assessor reliability — Each candidate’s portfolio stays on their own SharePoint site. Fixed a crash when opening assessor feedback on iPad.

This update strengthens quality assurance and assessor workflows: • IQA Reviews — See samples assigned to you from your organisation’s tracker (SharePoint IQAReviews). Save IQA feedback and status, then open the candidate’s full portfolio to complete sampling. • EQA Reviews — See only EQA samples released to you (SharePoint EQAReviews). Review evidence in a read-only workflow and record EQA feedback securely. • AI-assisted assessor support — Optional AI drafts for assessor feedback and evidence triage, aligned to performance criteria. All assessment decisions remain yours to confirm. • Clearer criteria & reports — Performance criteria text is matched to the correct unit. Progress report checklists no longer show completion ticks on subheadings—only on assessable criteria. • Reliability — Improved SharePoint sync when browsing large portfolios and candidate folders (admin, background, skill scans, technical discussions, and unit evidence).

What’s New For assessors Gap analysis now checks each performance criterion against approved evidence and whether another assessment occasion is still needed (where your qualification rules require more than one distinct day). After running gap analysis on a candidate’s site, the app can save a detailed PDF report to your organisation’s EWA Tracker SharePoint archive for your records. When browsing a candidate’s evidence in Assessor mode, folders are labelled in plain language (unit titles and criterion descriptions), similar to the candidate portfolio view, so you can find the right folder faster. For candidates Hints when you work on criteria help you see what kind of evidence and procedures are expected, so you can plan uploads and site work with clearer guidance. When you add a title in Upload evidence, that title is now used as the file name on SharePoint (with the correct file extension), so assessors and verifiers see meaningful names in the library. Reliability Improvements to SharePoint connectivity and central tracker site handling for uploads and reporting.

This update improves the EWA Tracker experience for candidates and assessors. Improvements include: - Enhanced assessor mode workflows for reviewing candidate evidence. - Improved evidence viewing and assessment handling. - Better support for assessor feedback, observation reports and professional discussions. - Improved assessment status handling for Pending, Needs Revision, Rejected and Approved evidence. - Improved notification support for candidate evidence status updates. - Refined portfolio and evidence display behaviour. - Updated qualification start screen with improved iPhone portrait layout. - Added a clearer visual home screen background and improved qualification card sizing. - General reliability and usability improvements across candidate and assessor workflows.

What's New in Version 6.4: Enhanced Evidence Compilation: Added evidence compilation capability directly within unit folders Smart Unit Color Coding: Implemented intelligent color-coded unit system with legend Improved Navigation: Fixed back button functionality in Portfolio/Evidence view Better Evidence Management: Streamlined workflow for assessors

Added assessor mode so assesses/iQA/EQA monitor and assess candidates on the go. iPad and design for Mac (Designed for iPad) compatibility. Set assessment status and feedback comments using dictation.

Demo Mode Completely Removed Complete removal of demo mode functionality All demo mode code, UI, and data has been eliminated Mandatory Microsoft authentication - Users must now sign in with their Microsoft account to access the app Enhanced security. No bypass options available, ensuring proper authentication for all users Updated Branding & Visual Identity New app icon featuring EAL Recognised logo - Updated to prominently display the EAL Recognised certification Professional branding - Reflects the official EAL Recognised status and credibility Improved Payment System Updated PayPal integration - Corrected payment information and links Enhanced payment tracking - Improved payment status monitoring and user feedback Streamlined payment flow - Better user experience for portfolio compilation payments Technical Improvements Fixed authentication flow - Microsoft sign-in now works properly from the main authentication screen Resolved build issues - Eliminated all compilation errors and type conflicts Enhanced stability - Improved app performance and reliability What This Update Addresses This release represents a major milestone in the app's development, transitioning from a development/testing tool to a production-ready portfolio management system. The complete removal of demo mode ensures that all users must authenticate properly, maintaining the integrity of the EAL Recognised qualification process. Key Benefits for Users Secure Access: All users must authenticate with Microsoft, ensuring proper access control Professional Appearance: Updated branding reflects the official EAL Recognised status Reliable Payments: Improved PayPal integration for seamless payment processing Enhanced User Experience: Streamlined authentication and payment flows Target Audience This update is specifically designed for: EAL Recognised qualification candidates Portfolio assessors and administrators Users requiring secure, authenticated access to their qualification portfolios Compliance & Security No demo bypass: Ensures all users authenticate properly Microsoft authentication required: Maintains security standards Production-ready: Suitable for official EAL Recognised qualification use