Product releases in 2024

Update custom relationship field

You can now update your custom relationship fields with ease! This new option lets you change the name, switch between single-entry and multi-entry, and adjust privacy settings as needed. These updates make it simpler to tailor fields to your needs.

API: Add custom fields to peer profiles

Enhance your peer profiles with custom fields using our Public API. Now, you can add or update peers with predefined custom field properties like Office, Mobile Number, Skill Set, and more, all from outside of Peerdom. Refer to the sample request in the API documentation to see how to include these fields in your API calls.

Small, sweet improvements for the Holidays

This product release brings a few simple improvements to enhance your Map experience. When searching for peers in the role assignment form, the dropdown now highlights matching options as you type. We’ve also made the map feel smoother while saving changes, letting you focus on your work without distractions, and improved zooming to make role names clearer, even in large maps.

Introducing relationship custom fields

Add richer connections to your map with new Relationship custom fields. Link Peers, Groups, or Roles directly to each other, for example to capture the reporting line between a direct report and their line manager. Just choose “Relationship” when creating a custom field and define the object type you want to link.

Learn more here

Archive your goals

Keep your goals list clean and organized with the new archiving feature! Just use the ”…” menu in the Goals section to archive all goals associated with that role or group. Stay clutter-free while retaining important goals for future reference!

Welcome to our new website

Our website has a fresh new look! We’ve redesigned it to better reflect our commitment to helping teams navigate change in the modern workplace, and you can now find us at peerdom.com. Feel free to explore the updated design and all the exciting new features we’ve added!

Peer editor update

We’ve reorganized the Peer editor to make peer settings easier to find. Authorization options (Guest, Member, etc.) are now in the Access tab, app-specific details like Mission and Contribution have moved to the Details tab, and key user info like name, email, and photo remains in the Profile tab.

Discover new API features

Our latest API release brings useful new features to enhance your integration and data management. The groupEmail field is now available in both the group and role APIs for smoother group management, while role filtering by mapID helps you quickly access relevant data. Additionally, you can now set drafts to private during creation for added control over map visibility.

Explore these features in the latest API, more details are in our API Documentation.

Spot real-time changes better than before

We’ve updated the org chart map with new animations to help you better track changes in real time. When a role or group is deleted, it will briefly enlarge before disappearing, making it clear what’s been removed. For new additions, the role or group will pop up and blink three times to draw your attention. These updates make it easier to see changes as they happen.

Add a point-of-contact to groups and roles

As an Editor, you can now select how group members or role holders are contacted. Choose to email members directly or route communication through a designated point-of-contact (e.g. shared inbox). This option streamlines communication and ensures messages reach the right individuals.

Embed private maps

Try embedding your Peerdom map in another site! This capability allows you to securely share sensitive information within your Intranet sites or other private platforms. Improve your team’s efficiency and communication by integrating your map into your existing tools.

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Improved search engine performance

We are excited to announce a significant performance boost to our search engine. This update allows users to find information in seconds, which is of particular benefit to organizations with a lot of data in Peerdom. Experience faster and more efficient search results.

Archive goals

You can now archive completed goals and clear your dashboard for a fresh start. Archived goals remain accessible in the Goals App and can be easily unarchived if needed. Stay focused and keep your achievements close!

Discontinuing Italian and Swedish Language Support

We’re streamlining our language options and will be discontinuing Italian and Swedish as product languages. However, all other supported languages are still available for you to choose from. We appreciate your understanding as we focus on improving and expanding our offerings!

Customize permissions for the Contribution App

Manage your Contribution App with full control. You now have the ability to choose who can view and who can edit its content. Customize permission levels in the app settings to meet your requirements, ensuring that each user has the appropriate access and abilities.

New shape option for groups

You now have the option to switch group shapes to a hexagon for enhanced visual differentiation. In the group editor, you can select either the Circle or the Hexagon shape, allowing you to further customize your org chart.

New vocabulary options for leading roles

Customize the map’s vocabulary to match your culture. We’ve added new options for representative roles: Link, Coach, and Manager. Also, the term now used by default is “Leader” instead of “Representative”. To change this, go to the Vocabulary settings and select your preferred term.

New shape option for roles

You can now change the shape of roles to a hexagon for added visual distinction. Use this option to categorize roles more clearly, such as marking Positions as hexagons and Roles as circles. Choose between Circle (default) or Hexagon in the role editor.

Learn more about the different properties of roles.

Stay informed about changes to your organization

Receive alerts by email when a new peer joins or when any of your roles are updated, including changes to the name, purpose, or responsibilities. If you prefer to customize these notifications, adjust your preferences in settings.

Identify role hoarders on the map

We’ve introduced a “Role Hoarding” metric in the Insights app. This metric highlights individuals with excessive decision-making power, helping you spot potential bottlenecks and dependencies. Check the map to see who holds too many roles.

Add new projects and goals to the map with a click

You can now use the context menu to directly add new projects and goals to the map. Simply right-click anywhere in the map to open the menu and add a new entity.

Improved inspector panel for projects

Once a new project is on your map, you can inspect details without having to go to the Projects app. Click on the project to see the project mission, timeline, and the link to more information.

Add a project scope

In the Projects app, you can now capture the scope of your projects. Define whether your project impacts the entire organization or only a specific group on your map. Projects are visualized around the respective circle with connecting lines to their assigned roles.

Enhanced representative roles

We’ve improved the visual effect of roles that are marked as representatives. They now feature a more pronounced spherical appearance, ensuring greater visibility. Take it even further by choosing a vibrant color from the color picker to accentuate its presence on your map.

Export data for role contribution targets

Role contribution targets to easily identify understaffed or overstaffed situations (requires the Contribution App). If you’re exporting your organizational data using the simple or full export wizard, your data exports now include role contribution targets.

Journal entries for changes to data-sensitive settings

The Journal app now logs all changes to data-sensitive settings. This includes making your map visible to the public, anonymizing personal data, allowing the sharing of private links, or enabling map embedding.

Request full access as a guest

As a Guest, you can now request to become a full member of your organization. Gain access to all map content, search engine capabilities, Peerdom apps, and private peer information, including contact details. Unlock new opportunities to contribute to your organization.

Introducing copy-and-paste on the map

Map building and updating is now easier than ever with our latest release. You can now copy roles and groups on your map using the Cmd-C (copy) and Cmd-V (paste) commands on your keyboard. Streamline your workflow and enjoy effortless mapping!

Visualize group scatter to spot potential team inefficiencies

We’ve added a new metric called “Group Scatter” to the Insights app. This metric helps identify groups that are at risk of being unproductive. If the members of a group are engaged in too many different areas of the organization, the group scatter value will be high. With this update, you can now see the Group Scatter overlay on your map.

See previous holders of a role

Discover the legacy of each role and its distinguished predecessors! If the Journal app is activated, you can explore the history of the role and learn about the trailblazers who have shaped it over time, simply by clicking on “Previous Holders”.

Introducing the Directory App

The searchable Directory App makes it easier than ever to find and update peers across your whole organization. Quickly message, visit profiles, edit access rights, or learn additional information about your peers. Integrate Peerdom with your HRIS, external directory, or SSO provider to synchronize your Peerdom Directory .

Auto-sync Journal updates from your HRIS

We integrate with external directories such as Microsoft Entra ID and Google Workspace so you can automatically synchronize peers to Peerdom from your external employee directory. Whenever peers are added, edited, or removed from your external directory, you’ll now see these events in the Journal App.

Introducing Embed Maps

It couldn’t be easier to share your Peerdom map with partners, colleagues, and clients. With map embedding, you can integrate your map directly into your own website or other platform using an embed code. Simply set your map to be publicly visible, copy the embed code, and add it into your desired platform.

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Edit projects in parallel

Experience seamless collaboration by editing your projects at the same time as others. Parallel editing is now a part of the Projects App. Real-time updates keep you informed about your project portfolio’s status without the need for constant refreshing of the app.

Introducing the Insights dashboard

Unlock valuable insights and spot trends in team health and work distribution with our new Insights Dashboard. Monitor key metrics effortlessly to make informed decisions about governing your role-based organization effectively.

Visualize role scatter

Identify peers with high role scatter on the Insights App dashboard. When individuals take on numerous roles across various areas, their focus may be compromised. With this new metric, effortlessly pinpoint those who are spread too thinly. Optimize workload distribution for enhanced efficiency.

Organize projects with labels

You can now use labels to mark projects with a status, category, or else. Simply create a label in the Projects App Settings by providing a name, description, and color. Get organized and make your projects stand out with customizable labels in the Project App!

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Introducing parallel editing

Edit your map in parallel with others and watch updates happen in real-time! With this new enhancement, you’ll see changes as they happen, even while you’re editing. Enjoy seamless editing without constant refreshing or unexpected changes.

View peers on the map

Now you can easily locate your peers on the map. Simply enable the “Peers” layer to show their avatars. With just a glance, you can discover the distribution of team members across roles, gaining valuable insights into where talent is concentrated within your organization.

Visualize empty groups

Take the time to map your organizational structure step-by-step. When you add a new group without adding any roles, the group will now appear as a dotted, empty circle on the map. Once you add a role with an assigned role holder, the group will appear as a closed, full circle.

Reject trust level updates from network connections

Affirm your boundaries without cutting off the connection. Previously, rejecting a trust level update had unintentionally removed the connection from your network. Now, when you decline the proposed change, you’ll remain connected to your network partner, with the original trust level in place.

Improved map layout: nest roles only

In both map layout options “Nest roles only” and “Nest roles only. Show connecting lines.”, roles now scale according to the size of the group. This enhancement enables clearer visibility of roles and facilitates easier navigation through your map.

Purchase your subscription on-demand

Ready to take your organization to the next level? Once your trial is over and you’re ready to commit, you can purchase your subscription by credit card directly from the platform - anytime and anywhere! Simply go to the Billing section in the Settings to start your subscription.

More “Undo” actions available

The “Undo” feature can revert even more actions! You can now undo accidental goal updates on the map or contribution changes on your user profile. Simply click the “Undo” button located at the bottom left corner of the screen.

Easily identify understaffed roles

Quickly identify roles lacking sufficient resources on the map. Unassigned or understaffed roles will now appear striped on the map. Use the Contribution App to set role contribution targets and let the map show you where they’re not being met.

Direct messaging across mirrored roles

Prompt a direct message to holders of mirrored roles across your organization. Click “Chat” to start a conversation in Microsoft Teams and send messages in the group chat.

Respond to pending network invitations

You can now view and manage your pending network invitations from the Network app. Respond to each invitation by either accepting or rejecting the invitation.

New inspector panel for network connections

Once a network connection is on your map, you can inspect details about them before visiting their map. Click on the partner to see their name, their connection status, and a link to their map.

Undo your last action

Have you accidentally deleted a role or even an entire group and need a quick fix? We’ve got you covered. With our new “Undo” action, you can now revert the very last change you made to the map. Simply click the “Undo” button at the bottom left corner of the screen.

Journaling undone changes

The Journal app now logs all map changes, including undo actions by your peers, so you can easily track every modification - even the unintended ones.

Introducing direct messaging with MS Teams

Use Peerdom to start a conversation with your peers. With our new MS Teams integration, you can now prompt a direct message to a peer, holders of a shared role, or to group members.

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Swifter search results

Don’t blink or you’ll miss this small improvement we’ve made to our search engine. Now, when you’re entering your keyword, the search engine will start returning results after just two characters.

Improved peer profile editing

We’ve improved our peer profile performance to allow for a smoother editing experience, without interruptions or delays.

New preview of network connections

When the network map layer is turned on, you now see a map preview for each approved network connection on your map.

Additional contribution types

You can now measure contribution in “hours per month” and “hours per year”, ideal for defining contribution targets for seasonal or marginal roles.

Effortless addition of external roles

Add external roles or groups directly to the map with a simple right-click outside your main organization.

Update the map on the fly

We’ve made some serious improvements to the map editing experience. Now, when you make changes to your roles and groups, they will render instantly on your map.

Copy goals with a role

When you copy a role into another group, you now have the option to copy its goals and subgoals as well. Any progress of copied goals will be tracked separately from the originals.

Better overview of your groups

We’ve added a summary section to the group inspector. Simply click on the group you wish to inspect and get an overview of the number of subgroups, roles, colleagues, and the total work contribution contained in the group.

Update network connections on the map

As an editor, you can manage your network directly on the map. If the network layer is on, you can right-click next to the main group to add a new network connection. Right-click on established and pending partners and you can change their sharing settings, remove them, resend or cancel invitations.

Start sorting your Pages

Find that document you’re looking for faster by using the new sorting feature. If you’re using the Pages App you can now sort the pages by name or creation date.

Tailor your communication preferences

Only receive news from us that is relevant and important to you. Head to the personalization settings to set your preferences.

Add multiple peers at once with a CSV file import

When inviting new groups of peers to Peerdom, it could be laborious to manually add and invite a single peer at a time. Now you can download a simple CSV file template, fill in names and email addresses, upload the file, and add and invite multiple peers to your map simultaneously.

Copy a draft into another draft

Do you want to take your hard work on a draft and save it as another draft? Or perhaps you’d like to play with a new map configuration based on another draft of yours? You can now easily copy an entire draft into another new draft, a flexible and powerful way to iterate on your organization map.

Keep your hard work from disappearing

No longer forget to publish your changes! Whenever you close or click away from a data input form in Peerdom, you’ll now be prompted with a dialogue for how you’d like to handle your changes: continue working, discard, or publish.

Cleaned up action menu

The global “New action” menu got some design love, making it much more clear what your creation and mapping actions are for each Peerdom App.

Export additional custom field data

When exporting data via the Organization Settings, your export file will now include a cleaner and more complete representation of all data you entered into any additional information fields (custom fields) available in your role and group descriptions.