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Release Notes - December 2024

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Updated: 08 January 2025

19 December 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Improved handling of subtask changes to prevent data loss and unexpected behavior when working quickly

 

Programa for Brands

  • Suppliers can now see unpublished product details before publishing

17 December 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • A fix for reordering phases after adding a new phase.
  • For QuickBooks, simplified product and service management by removing the use of categories created by Programa.

 

Programa for Brands

  • Fix for filters
  • Fix for an issue when brand is empty
  • Fix for handling product preview if contact person is missing
  • Styling tweaks and visual improvements
  • Product descriptions now display line breaks properly.

10 December 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Better handling of duplicated data when importing
  • Fixed an issue with clicking on the timer button on a Task card opening the task instead of starting/stopping the timer.

Programa for Brands

  • Improved handling of recent searches for guest users
  • Better mobile responsiveness
  • Fixed Apple login logo

09 December 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fixed an issue where you could still drag Pinboard items after they've been archived/deleted.
  • (NEW) Ability to request bank transfer payment capability (if available in your region) and you satisfy billing conditions.
  • When uploading an unsupported file type, you'll now be notified.
  • Thanks for all the feedback! We've added an "All tasks" navigation link when editing a Task so you can easily go back to the Project or Studio Board or List view.
  • (NEW) Ability to have negative amounts on invoice line items, allowing for things such as fixed rate discounts.
  • (NEW) You can now assign an external account to invoice processing fees (instead of hoping for the best, or losing it completely in your accounting system).

Programa for Brands

  • Improvements to sharing of Collections
  • Better experience when searching and not finding anything, in the Trade Portal
  • Other various fixes and improvements to the Trade Portal
    • Layout and image styling on Product Details page
    • Analytics
    • Logo handling
  • Fix for Safari & iOS video playback

03 December 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Work on internal importing tools
  • (NEW) Editing a Task is now in it's own dedicated page. Other enhancements include:
    • Autosaving when making changes within a Task, so you don't have to click 'Save' each time you make an edit.
    • Better handling of smaller screen sizes
    • Ability to link to specific Tasks (more on this coming in the future)
    • More consolidated navigation when jumping in and out of Tasks, and better performance.
  • We removed the 'New' badge from 'Project Management' and 'Studio' - it was about time.
  • Fixed issue where filter message was not showing correctly when filtering in Project Management.
  • Improved handling of Task comments.

Programa for Brands

  • Updates to Brand Carousels
  • Fix for old URLs
  • Styling updates
  • 'Recent searches' are capped so users aren't overwhelmed by the history of their searching endeavours.
  • Fixes for when search window is activated (and showing it)
Table of contents
  1. Welcome Back!
  2. 06 January 2025
  3. It's that time of year!
  4. 19 December 2024
  5. 17 December 2024
  6. 10 December 2024
  7. 09 December 2024
  8. 03 December 2024
  9. 28 November 2024
  10. 27 November 2024
  11. 26 November 2024
  12. 20 November 2024
  13. 19 November 2024
  14. 13 November 2024
  15. 08 November 2024
  16. 31 October 2024
  17. 30 October 2024
  18. 29 October 2024
  19. 24 October 2024
  20. 23 October 2024
  21. 22 October 2024
  22. 17 October 2024
  23. 15 October 2024
  24. 11 October 2024
  25. 10 October 2024
  26. 07 October 2024
  27. 03 October 2024
  28. 02 October 2024
  29. 30 September 2024
  30. 25 September 2024
  31. 20 September 2024
  32. 19 September 2024
  33. 17 September 2024
  34. 13 September 2024
  35. 11 September 2024
  36. 06 September 2024
  37. 05 September 2024
  38. 02 September 2024
  39. 30 August 2024
  40. 27 August 2024
  41. 22 August 2024
  42. 21 August 2024
  43. 20 August 2024
  44. 19 August 2024
  45. 16 August 2024
  46. 15 August 2024
  47. 14 August 2024
  48. 12 August 2024
  49. 13 August 2024
  50. 07 August 2024
  51. 08 August 2024
  52. 09 August 2024
  53. 05 August 2024
  54. 01 August 2024
  55. 31 July 2024
  56. 30 July 2024
  57. 29 July 2024
  58. 26 July 2024
  59. 23 July 2024
  60. 18 July 2024
  61. 12 July 2024
  62. 09 July 2024
  63. 05 July 2024
  64. 04 July 2024
  65. 02 July 2024
  66. 01 July 2024
  67. 26 June 2024
  68. 19 June 2024
  69. 18 June 2024
  70. 17 June 2024
  71. 13 June 2024
  72. 07 June 2024
  73. 06 June 2024
  74. 04 June 2024
  75. 30 May 2024
  76. 27 May 2024
  77. 24 May 2024
  78. 23 May 2024
  79. 16 May 2024
  80. 14 May 2024
  81. 09 May 2024
  82. 03 May 2024
  83. 02 May 2024
  84. 29 April 2024
  85. 24 April 2024
  86. 22 April 2024
  87. April 16 2024
  88. 15 April 2024
  89. Other updates
  90. 11 April 2024
  91. <strong>09 April 2024</strong>
    1. A Collaborative Journey
    2. Movement & Aesthetic
    3. &nbsp;
    4. About Coco Flip
    5. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
  92. Discover the future of sourcing and specification within Programa
  93. The marketplace made for designers and suppliers
  94. What’s new. Trade Portal 2.0?
    1. Sleek new look and feel
    2. Find exactly what you need
    3. Recommendations, category and brand highlights
    4. Tailored to your needs
  95. Why designers love this
    1. Start using Trade Portal 2.0
      1. Support
      2. Programa Interior Design Software: A Comprehensive Project Management and Collaboration Solution for Architects and Interior Designers
      3. User-friendly Interface and Tools for Seamless Project Management
    2. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
    3. Seamless Integration with Product Library
    4. Tailored PDF Exports
    5. Intuitive Schedule Navigation
    6. The Trade Portal places your brand front and center before A&D professionals
    7. Your name in lights alongside some of the biggest in the industry
    8. Your dream clientele, actively procuring
    9. Working directly with Architects and Interior Designers
    10. Programa’s Trade Portal and high quality leads
    11. Recognized for Excellence in Design Software
  96. Comprehensive Guide to Client Communication Software for Interior Designers
    1. The Importance of Effective Client Communication in Interior Design
    2. Board View:
    3. List View:
    4. Timeline View:
    5. Seamless Integration for Holistic Project Management
      1. Tasks: The Building Blocks of Effortless Studio Management
      2. Phases: Your Project's Roadmap to Success
      3. The Magic of Combining Tasks and Phases
      4. Getting Started is a Breeze
    6. Why Invest in a Design Process?
    7. Crafting Your Unique Process
    8. Unlock Your Potential with The Design Coach
      1. <strong>Why is a process important?</strong>
      2. <strong>What Process is Best?</strong>
      3. <strong>The Process for Creating a Design Process</strong>
      4. Redesigning Industry Workflows
      5. Moving Beyond Spreadsheets
      6. Industry-Specific Features
      7. Better Client Communications
      8. Try Programa Today
    9. Why Time Tracking is Essential for Interior Designers
    10. How to Use Programa for Effective Time Tracking
    11. Tips for Maximizing Your Time Tracking Efforts
    12. Trends You Can’t Ignore in 2025
  97. 1. The Importance of a Strong Digital Presence
  98. 2. Leveraging Social Media Engagement
  99. 3. Implementing SEO Optimization Techniques
  100. 4. Offering Virtual Consultations and Collaborating with Others in the Industry
  101. 5. Showcasing a Diverse Portfolio and Staying Ahead with Future Trends in Client Engagement Strategies
  102. Embracing the Evolution of Marketing for Interior Designers in 2025 and Beyond!
    1. 1. Definitions
    2. 2. Details of Processing
    3. 3. European Union and United Kingdom
    4. 4. US Users / Consumers
    5. 5. General
    6. Appendix 1: Details of Processing
    7. 1. Specification Management Command Center
    8. 2. Project Management Suite
    9. 3. Procurement & Financial Tools
    10. 4. Client Dashboard
    11. 5. Digital Design Libraries
    12. Why Programa Stands Out
    13. Fast-Track Your Setup
    14. The Future of FF&E Management
    15. Transform Your FF&E Management Today
    16. 1. Don’t Light Everything
    17. 2. Design with Layers
    18. 3. Design for Looks
    19. 4. Design for Activity
    20. 5. Design with Control
  103. The Importance of a Strong Digital Presence
  104. Showcasing a Diverse Portfolio and Staying Ahead with Future Trends in Client Engagement Strategies
  105. Leveraging Social Media Engagement
  106. Implementing SEO Optimization Techniques
    1. <strong>Meet Brightgreen’s MINI Collection: When Less, Meets More</strong>
    2. <strong>Revolutionise Your Lighting Design and Layouts</strong>
    3. Product Approvals are engineered to streamline designer-client collaboration.
    4. Main Benefits Of Product Approvals
    5. Creating & Submitting Approval Requests
    6. Client Approval Process
    7. Tracking Approval Statuses and Feedback
      1. Information about the Programa In App Payment Services
      2. <br />The Programa Payments Service
      3. Getting a Payments Services Account
      4. Processing Card Transactions and Receiving Your Funds
      5. <strong>Termination and Other General Legal Terms</strong>
      6. <strong>Contact Support</strong>
  107. Programa Invoices
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Keep pace with the dynamic evolution of our Programa platform through our comprehensive Release Notes for December 2024, spanning from the beginning to the end of the month. Delve into the intricacies of the latest updates tailored for designers and brands alike. With a focus on enhancing user experience and optimizing functionality, our updates include the implementation of tax feedback, improvements in QuickBooks integration, and fixes for various issues ranging from product deletion processes to PDF export glitches. Technical enhancements such as mutation flow refactorization and removal of unused components underline our commitment to refining the platform's performance and efficiency. Whether you're a designer seeking streamlined project management tools or a brand aiming for enhanced product visibility and management, our Release Notes offer valuable insights into the ongoing evolution of Programa. Stay informed, stay ahead.