Over the past six months, Encord has introduced significant updates to enhance panoptic segmentation workflows, focusing on data, labeling, and model evaluation. Key features include the Bitmask Lock, which prevents segmentation overlaps for pixel-perfect accuracy, and the integration of the Segment Anything Model (SAM) to streamline the annotation process. These tools ensure detailed, precise labeling, crucial for high-quality dataset creation. Performance improvements have been made to the Label Editor, achieving a 5x speed increase in rendering bitmask-segmented images and videos, while the introduction of Panoptic Quality Metrics (mSQ, mRQ, mPQ) offers a robust framework for evaluating segmentation model effectiveness. These advancements are a direct response to user feedback, aiming to enhance efficiency and accuracy in handling complex segmentation tasks.