Proposed System Improvement:

Based on the client's feedback regarding their workflow using OpenRoads Designer (ORD) 2023 (23.0.1.11), the following improvement is suggested to enhance the user experience when opening files in a new session (Home -> Primary -> Attach Tools -> References -> File Names -> Open in a new session):

Current Behavior:

When users right-click on an element and select "Open in new session," a "No WorkSet Alert" is displayed, indicating that the software cannot locate the active Workspace/WorkSet. If users cancel, they are redirected to the splash page, losing their context and the file they intended to open. Otherwise, user has to open it with "No WorkSet".

Proposed Improvement:

Modify the "No WorkSet Alert" behavior to include options similar to the "Mismatch Alert" dialog. Users should be able to choose between:

1. - Use Active Workspace/WorkSet: Automatically apply the current active Workspace/WorkSet to the new session.

2 - Open with No WorkSet: Proceed with opening the file without associating it with a Workspace/WorkSet.

3 - Or, pick an available Workset on the user`s list.

This improvement will:

- Prevent users from losing their current context.

- Simplify the workflow by retaining connectivity to the original file.

- Manage multiple sessions effectively.

Implementing this change would streamline the process, making the "Open in new session" feature more user-friendly and functional.