In this release, we're focused on enhancing the platform's performance, stability, and reliability. Alongside new user-facing features, we've made substantial behind-the-scenes improvements. We're also preparing for future feature updates. This update does not include any general error corrections.
This update includes new features and planned channel updates.
New Features
The new functionality is described below:
1. Automatic asset file type conversion
PDX now supports automatic conversion of asset file types. This feature addresses the need for users in PDX to be able to work with various file types, while still meeting the specific file format requirements of downstream syndication partners or retailers.
With this enhancement, PDX will automatically convert uploaded asset files to the required output format during product submission.
Previously, users would receive an error if the uploaded image file type did not match the attribute requirements (e.g., uploading a TIFF when a PNG is needed). Now, the PDX system will convert the image to the correct format upon submission, eliminating these errors.
The following image types can be converted: JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, AVIF, TIFF, and SVG images.
If channel administrator has defined in ‘Asset extensions’ on the attribute that more than one type of image is allowed on the attribute, such as PNG and JPEG, the images will then be converted to PNG. If multiple selections have been made, images will convert following the below priority:
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PNG
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JPG
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GIF
The same behavior has also been implemented in PDX Direct channels.
If a user uploads images with transparent backgrounds (like TIFF or PNG), but the attribute only allows JPEG images, the transparent backgrounds will be converted to white.
This enhancement is supported in Configured Channels where Channel administrators can configure the required file types for their channels. If a specific file type is selected, all uploaded assets for that attribute will be converted to the specified format during submission.
The image below is an example of a channel administrator setting an asset attribute to accept only PNG images. Any assets uploaded or mapped to this attribute will be converted to PNG format upon submission.
This enhancement is also supported in PDX Direct channels and PDX Onboarding channels that have file type requirements defined, with the exception of the Nielsen Brandbank channels.
If no file type requirements are set, no conversion will occur.
Planned Channel Updates
The planned channel updates are listed below:
1WorldSync channel updates
The 1WorldSync release schedule has been made public. The PDX team is currently reviewing the release schedule and release content. Consequently, the content and date for the next update to the 1WorldSync Channels in PDX are currently unknown.
Any updates to this information will be made available well in advance of the next update via these release notes.
Brandbank channels update
The Brandbank channels in PDX are scheduled to be updated to match Brandbank Release 16 on February 24, 2025. Brandbank’s release notes for this update are available on the Brandbank Knowledge base site: https://nielsenbrandbank.freshdesk.com/en/support/solutions/folders/75000017682.
Future Update Preview
While we're continually working on enhancing the software, there are no specific upcoming features to announce in this release. Keep an eye out for future previews.
Note: Future update deliveries are subject to change.
Next Update
The next update to PDX is scheduled for March 17, 2025.