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Release Notes - End of April 2024

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Updated: 24 July 2024

29 April 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fix for selected Tax rates in Projects that weren't clearing/selecting properly
  • Suppliers are now alphabetised in Purchase Orders @cellina
  • Fix failed project validation with tax rates

 

Programa for Brands

  • Improved pagination on Products, Leads and Quote Requests pages
  • Fix for text issues in PDF export that was either too small or truncated
  • Fix so that Brand Profile sections respects subscription tiers
  • Update to admin csv dry run process to have the result file be sent via email
  • Added step to cleanup unused Product Option Value in CSV product upload flow

24 April 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Implementation of Tax feedback
  • Label in Price to include showing whether amount is inclusive or exclusive.
  • QuickBooks integration work continued - fetch or create products
  • Script for migrating tax rates from stripe on Go Live

 

Programa for Brands

  • Correct timestamp format for archived leads
  • Update variant parsing logic for csv product uploads

22 April 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Ability to fetch tax rates and read/write contact details from QuickBooks when integration goes live
  • Added Turks & Caicos to available countries
  • Fix for issues with subscription billing and upgrading
  • Ability to see which rates were set as Default in Global tax settings
  • Better labelling in top summary bar in Schedules indicating whether rates are inclusive or exclusive

 

Technical Updates and Programa for Brands

  • Fix for product deletion process for Brands and Suppliers which was slow and non-performant
  • Additional test coverage for new functionality.
  • Ensuring retrieval of existing product option values return the same data type for brand CSV import

16 April 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Work on QuickBooks integration coming soon
  • Fix for truncated text in PDF exports
  • Work on Tax functionality coming soon.
  • Fix for the issue that prevented Org and Profile image upload in Settings
  • Removed the suggestion for searching by Tags in Pinboards
  • Fix for missing Navigation Buttons in Shared Schedules Lightbox
  • Fix for Procurement Hub error where it was switched on for user, but they were unable to access Procurement Hub.
  • Fix for export PDF in schedules where the notes field was not appearing in the exported Schedule PDF
  • Fix for the Schedule Filter dropdown labels which had an underscore

Programa for Brands

  • Visual tweaks to the left hand menu labels
  • Added search functionality to the new My Products page coming soon
  • Added a check to prevent re-uploading already existing documents on Products

15 April 2024

 

Highlight

Ability for notes on products in Schedules to be hidden on PDF exports.

If you have any data within the 'Notes' section of a product, when generating a Schedule PDF (bulk select or entire schedule), you can select to not include this in your PDF Export. This is accessible from the sidenav options menu when you're exporting.

 

Other updates

Programa for Designers

  • System will ignore duplicate requests to copy the same project when a project copy job is already underway. There is no visual treatment to warn you, it will just ignore any duplicate requests.
  • Fix for removing products from the Client Dashboard Schedule thumbnail when marked as 'Hidden'.
  • Additional trigger for opening Intercom live chat when you access the help centre to better help you when you need it.

Programa for Brands

  • Product data carrier for upcoming Brands Dashboard
Table of contents
  1. Information about how Programa handles your data
  2. Introduction
  3. Our Values<br />
  4. Why we process your information
  5. <br />Your rights over your information
  6. Where we transfer your information
  7. How long do we retain your information
  8. Our use of advanced technologies
  9. How we protect your information
  10. How we use “cookies” and other tracking technologies
  11. How you can reach us
  12. Types of data we collect and process
  13. What Personal Data we receive
  14. Retention
  15. Our purpose for using your personal data
  16. Disclosing your personal data<br />
  17. Changes to this Privacy Policy
  18. Additional Privacy Information for Brands & Suppliers<br />
  19. When and why we share your information with others
  20. Your rights over your information
  21. How long we retain your information
  22. Your customers’ information
  23. Additional Information about how we process data globally
  24. Processing data globally to fulfil our service obligations
  25. United States Regional Privacy Notice
  26. What information we collect and share about you
  27. Why we collect and share your Personal Information
  28. Sources of Personal Information
  29. How long we keep your information
  30. 1. Schedules
  31. 2. Project Management
  32. 3. Client Dashboard
  33. 4. Pinboards
  34. 5. Financials View
  35. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
  36. With Programa’s Client Dashboard, you can:
  37. Minimalise Misunderstandings, Maximalise Results
  38. Shared Schedules and Integration with Client Dashboard
  39. Collaboration between Designers and Clients
  40. The impracticalities of using generic software
  41. Enter Programa.
  42. Remove unnecessary stress and double handling with Programa:
  43. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
  44. Product Approvals are engineered to streamline designer-client collaboration.
  45. Main Benefits Of Product Approvals
  46. Creating & Submitting Approval Requests
  47. Client Approval Process
  48. Tracking Approval Statuses and Feedback
  49. Offering Virtual Consultations and Collaborating with Others in the Industry
  50. Showcasing a Diverse Portfolio and Staying Ahead with Future Trends in Client Engagement Strategies
  51. Embracing the Evolution of Marketing for Interior Designers in 2025 and Beyond!
    1. The Importance of Project Management in Interior Design
    2. Tips for Becoming a Better Interior Designer
    3. Real-World Examples of Successful Project Management in Interior Design
    4. Recognized for Excellence in Design Software
    5. <strong>Why Programa is a Better Choice</strong>
    6. <strong>Easy Transition</strong>
  52. Interior Design Approvals and Client Communication
    1. The Significance of Client Communication in Interior Design
    2. Key Features of Programa’s Interior Design Approval Tools
    3. Benefits of Using Programa’s Interior Design Approval Tools
    4. Practical Applications of Programa’s Interior Design Approval Tools
    5. Conclusion
    6. 11 October 2024
    7. 10 October 2024
    8. 07 October 2024
    9. 03 October 2024
    10. 02 October 2024
    11. Introduction to Programa
    12. Getting Started Dashboard
    13. Schedules
    14. Client Dashboard
    15. Web Clipper
    16. Pinboards
    17. Project Management
    18. Address Book
    19. Invoicing
  53. How to Connect with Your Ideal Clients
  54. Choosing the Right Marketing Channels
  55. How to Differentiate Yourself
  56. Leveraging Relationships to Stand Out
    1. Addressing the Need for Flexible Project Management in a Global Context
    2. The Solution
    3. The Result
  57. Discover the future of sourcing and specification within Programa
  58. The marketplace made for designers and suppliers
  59. 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
  60. Why designers love this
    1. Start using Trade Portal 2.0
      1. Support
      2. Nickolas Gurtler Studio: Redefining Interior Design with Programa
      3. Discover the artistry beneath your feet with WOODCUT's Premium Ash Collection – the foundation of exquisite interiors.
      4. &nbsp;
      5. Why Choose WOODCUT’s Premium Ash Collection?
      6. Programa Interior Design Software: A Comprehensive Project Management and Collaboration Solution for Architects and Interior Designers
      7. User-friendly Interface and Tools for Seamless Project Management
    2. Schedules Update:
    3. Client Dashboard & Brag Stats
    4. Pinboards Update
    5. Web Clipper Update
    6. On the Horizon
      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
      5. Learning the Hard Way
      6. Caring for the "Back end" of business
    7. Top practices for managing money
    8. The Shortcomings of Conventional Tools for Interior Designers
    9. Breaking Away from Tradition with Programa
    10. From FF&E to beautiful client comms with Programa.
    11. Methods for Calculating Fees
    12. Which Method Will Work For Your Studio?
    13. A Designers Responsibility
      1. Features
      2. Integrations & Sharing
      3. Upgrades
  61. Choose your must attend
  62. Space is intentionally limited.
    1. Information about the Programa Terms of Service
      1. 1. Account Terms
      2. 2. Account Activation
      3. 3. Programa Rights
      4. 4. Your Responsibilities
      5. 5. Payment of Fees and Taxes
      6. 6. Confidentiality
      7. 7. Limitation of Liability and Indemnification
      8. 8. Intellectual Property and Your Materials
      9. 9. Additional Services - Programa In App Communication Tools<br />
      10. 10. Third Party Services and Integrations
      11. 11. Beta Services
      12. 12. Feedback and Reviews
      13. 13. Takedown Procedure
      14. 14. Privacy and Data Protection
      15. 15. Programa Contracting Party
      16. 16. Term and Termination
      17. 17. Modifications
      18. 18. General Conditions
    2. <strong>Contact Support</strong>
    3. Key Benefits:
    4. 30 September 2024
    5. 25 September 2024
    6. 20 September 2024
    7. 19 September 2024
    8. 17 September 2024
    9. Data Encryption in Transit and at Rest
    10. Security Controls
    11. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
    12. Monitoring and Breach Protocols
    13. Your IP is Yours, Forever
    14. What is FF&E in Interior Design?
    15. Why is FF&E Management Crucial?
    16. How Programa is Changing the FF&E Interior Design Software Game
    17. Why Programa Stands Out from Other FF&E Interior Design Software
    18. The Future of Interior Design with Programa
    19. Welcome Back!
    20. 06 January 2025
    21. The Complexities of Residential Interior Design
    22. Client Connectivity: Crafting Relationships and Spaces
    23. Project Prowess: Managing the Symphony of Tasks
  63. Materials Mastery: Sourcing, Selection, and Inventory
    1. Pinboards: Your Creative Oasis
    2. Financial Finesse: The Art of Business Management
    3. Embark on Your Programa Journey Today
    4. 07 May 2025
    5. 01 May 2025
    6. 23 April 2025
    7. 12 April 2025
    8. 9 April 2025
    9. 7 April 2025
    10. 3 April 2025
    11. 1 April 2025
    12. 28 March 2025
    13. 25 March 2025
    14. 20 March 2025
    15. 18 March 2025
    16. It's that time of year!
    17. 19 December 2024
    18. 17 December 2024
    19. 10 December 2024
    20. 09 December 2024
    21. 03 December 2024
    22. 28 November 2024
    23. 27 November 2024
    24. 26 November 2024
    25. 20 November 2024
    26. 19 November 2024
    27. 13 November 2024
    28. 08 November 2024
    29. 31 October 2024
    30. 30 October 2024
    31. 29 October 2024
    32. 24 October 2024
    33. 23 October 2024
    34. 22 October 2024
    35. 17 October 2024
    36. 15 October 2024
    37. 13 September 2024
    38. 11 September 2024
    39. 06 September 2024
    40. 05 September 2024
    41. 02 September 2024
    42. 30 August 2024
    43. 27 August 2024
    44. 22 August 2024
    45. 21 August 2024
    46. 20 August 2024
    47. 19 August 2024
    48. 16 August 2024
    49. 15 August 2024
    50. 14 August 2024
    51. 12 August 2024
    52. 13 August 2024
    53. 07 August 2024
    54. 08 August 2024
    55. 09 August 2024
    56. 05 August 2024
    57. 01 August 2024
    58. 31 July 2024
    59. 30 July 2024
    60. 29 July 2024
    61. 26 July 2024
    62. 23 July 2024
    63. 18 July 2024
    64. 12 July 2024
    65. 09 July 2024
    66. 05 July 2024
    67. 04 July 2024
    68. 02 July 2024
    69. 01 July 2024
    70. 26 June 2024
    71. 19 June 2024
    72. 18 June 2024
    73. 17 June 2024
    74. 13 June 2024
    75. 07 June 2024
    76. 06 June 2024
    77. 04 June 2024
    78. 30 May 2024
    79. 27 May 2024
    80. 24 May 2024
    81. 23 May 2024
    82. 16 May 2024
    83. 14 May 2024
    84. 09 May 2024
    85. 03 May 2024
    86. 02 May 2024
    87. 29 April 2024
    88. 24 April 2024
    89. 22 April 2024
  64. April 16 2024
  65. 15 April 2024
  66. Other updates
  67. 11 April 2024
  68. <strong>09 April 2024</strong>
  69. The future of sales and marketing for A&D brands
    1. What sets Programa apart?
  70. What’s in Trade Portal 2.0?
    1. Sleek new interface
    2. Advanced search and filters
    3. Showcase product collections by category
    4. Curated recommendations
    5. What's unique for brands?
  71. 16 April 2024
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Keep pace with the dynamic evolution of our Programa platform through our comprehensive Release Notes for April 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.