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Release Notes - End of August 2024

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Updated: 05 September 2024

30 August 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • (Coming soon) New ability to see Canva file links in project file list
  • Speed improvements to Schedules financial section.
  • (Coming soon) Work on invoice processing fees for certain transaction types.

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon) Trending products
  • (Coming soon) Fixes and improvements to new Collections.
  • Minor styling adjustments
  • Supplier onboarding flow is simplified
  • Fixed an issue when adding/editing products with missing or incorrect data and where saved data wasn't persisting.
  • Ability to select longer lead times when adding or editing products

27 August 2024

 

Programa for Designer

  • Improved breadcrumbs in Project Management for better navigation
  • NEW - Ability to copy project management phases and tasks to a different project
  • Tweaks to dropdowns on Time Tracking page
  • (Coming soon) When sending invoices, interface has been updated with the ability to select a preferred payment method.
  • Time entry export now reflects user-applied filters.
  • (Coming soon) Ability to link to Canva files and presentations from within your Project, and share with your client.

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon) Better sort abilities when searching products
  • Improvements to modals on Brand Profiles.

22 August 2024

 

Programa for Designer

  • Improved user invite flow to prevent errors when submitting the form.
  • Fixed some field focus behaviour during data entry
  • Fixed issue with invoices not syncing

 

Programa for Brands

  • Image lightbox feature allows users to view and navigate product images in a full-screen modal.
  • (Coming soon) Ability to add products to a collection instead of just bookmarking them.
  • (Coming soon) mobile-friendly design for product details page

21 August 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fix for concurrent timers in Project Management
  • Fix for invoices not syncing to QuickBooks for non-US users

 

Programa for Brands

  • Added some fields to CSV import flow
  • Improved product search using caching in filter
  • Updates to legacy add/edit pages
  • New home page feature added to trade portal

20 August 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fixed issue where archived projects were not showing up on the project management timeline.
  • Fixed a bug that could cause errors when project names contained single quotes eg. John's Project)
  • Task assignees can now be fully removed, even if a task is moved between swimlanes.
  • Fixed issue with invoices not syncing to QuickBooks for non-US locations with default tax enabled.

 

Programa for Brands

  • Improved new search experience with pagination
  • Trade Portal changes (coming soon)

19 August 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Users can now easily remove the key date from tasks by clicking 'x' in the field.
  • You can now see projects with the same name displayed separately on the timeline in Studio
  • Added member name to time entry rows and resized the notes field to improve time tracking usability.
  • Fixed issue that could cause invalid project timeframe updates
  • Fixed an issue where the time entries sidebar link would revert to an old URL when the timer was stopped.

 

Programa for Brands

  • Trade Portal now provides a link in the toast notification to easily navigate to the schedule after adding a product.
  • Improved handling of duplicate brand names during product imports.
  • Change to prevent supplier companies from triggering the duplicate studio flow, which was not intended for them.
  • Resolved some issues with product page routes

16 August 2024

 

Programa for Designers:

  • Fixed an issue where demo projects were incorrectly removed from the project timeline.

 

Programa for Brands

  • Improved handling of product data in CSV/API flow
  • Fixed issue with CSV/API flow using incorrect singular sub-sub-category names

15 August 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fixed an issue that caused incorrect client savings calculations in the schedule total.
  • Boards section in project menu hidden if no boards exist
  • Fixed an issue that prevented copying demo projects when the project had no boards.
  • Fixed the empty state issue on the PM Studio page to prevent it from crashing.
  • Fixed issue where projects were not saving due to a tax rate validation error.
  • Fixed issues with custom time entry filtering and total time calculation in the time tracking system.
  • Maintains task position when copying projects to avoid disruption.

 

Programa for Brands

  • Improved product sync flow to support 'priced from' field
  • Fixed an issue where not all products displayed brands on the Product Card.
Table of contents
  1. Recognising the Impact of Mood Boards in Design
  2. Elevate Your Mood Board Creation and Collaboration
  3. Leveraging Programa’s Pinboards Throughout the Project
  4. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
  5. Schedules Update:
  6. Client Dashboard & Brag Stats
  7. Pinboards Update
  8. Web Clipper Update
  9. On the Horizon
  10. 11 April 2024
    1. Highlight
    2. Other fixes
    3. Key Benefits:
    4. Board View:
    5. List View:
    6. Timeline View:
    7. Seamless Integration for Holistic Project Management
      1. Why Leading Design Firms Choose Programa
      2. Time Tracking That Speaks Your Language
      3. Client Communication Reimagined
      4. Automation for the Creative Mind
      5. The Impact on Your Studio
      6. <a href="https://programa.design/features/best-interior-design-project-management-software" target="_blank">Beyond Project Management</a>
      7. Your Design Evolution Starts Here
    8. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
      1. Programa Interior Design Software: A Comprehensive Project Management and Collaboration Solution for Architects and Interior Designers
      2. User-friendly Interface and Tools for Seamless Project Management
    9. The Importance of Project Management in Interior Design
    10. Tips for Becoming a Better Interior Designer
    11. Real-World Examples of Successful Project Management in Interior Design
    12. Task Management: Keeping Every Detail in Check
    13. Phases: Breaking Down Your Projects
    14. Combining Studio & Task Management for Optimal Workflow
    15. Getting Started: Setting Up Your Tasks & Phases
    16. Bringing it all together.
    17. Simplify Your FF&E Selection Process
    18. Effortless Updates and Revisions
    19. Collaboration Made Easy
    20. Optimized Finishes Schedule Management
    21. The Future Of FF&E With Programa
    22. Master your time, profits, and creative vision with Programa
    23. Why attend this US focused Programa webinar?
    24. Template mastery: your secret weapon for scalability
    25. How to create your project management ecosystem
    26. Packaged design service: Transform how clients see your value
    27. The power of a Product Library
    28. Project template showcase: the design package
    29. Programa: Powerful tools
    30. 14 August 2024
    31. 12 August 2024
    32. 13 August 2024
    33. 07 August 2024
    34. 08 August 2024
    35. 09 August 2024
    36. 05 August 2024
    37. 01 August 2024
    38. 13 November 2024
    39. 08 November 2024
    40. What is an Interior Design Quotation?
    41. Key Components of an Interior Design Quotation
    42. Interior Design Quotation Format and Free Template
    43. How Do You Create an Interior Design Quotation Quickly & Easily?
    44. Beyond the Proposal: Invoicing with Programa
    45. Start Your Project Proposals with Programa
    46. Seamless Integration with Product Library
    47. Tailored PDF Exports
    48. Intuitive Schedule Navigation
    49. Why Use Interior Design Client Proposal Templates?
    50. Key Components of an Interior Design Presentation Template
    51. Conclusion
    52. 30 May 2024
    53. 27 May 2024
    54. 24 May 2024
    55. 23 May 2024
    56. 16 May 2024
    57. 31 October 2024
    58. 30 October 2024
    59. 29 October 2024
    60. 24 October 2024
    61. 23 October 2024
    62. 22 October 2024
    63. 17 October 2024
    64. 15 October 2024
      1. The Challenge of Traditional FF&E Scheduling
      2. Programa’s Specification & FF&E Solution
      3. Step-by-Step: Creating Your First FF&E Schedule
      4. Best Practices for Flawless Specs
      5. Real-World Impact
      6. Next Steps
    65. Streamlining Complexities and Enhancing Collaboration
    66. Managing Multiple Projects with Conflicting Deadlines and Resourcing Needs
    67. Communicating with Clients, Contractors, and Suppliers
    68. Sourcing Materials and Products
    69. Resolving Conflicts and Addressing Challenges
    70. Streamlining Project Management with Programa’s Studio WIP: A Cross-Project Management Solution
    71. Enhancing Communication and Collaboration with Programa’s Client Dashboard
    72. Leveraging Programa’s Cloud-Based Specifications for Efficient Material and Product Sourcing
    73. Take Control of Your Studio Today
      1. The End of Creative Interruption
      2. Where Inspiration Meets Intelligence
  11. The Dawn of SmartSpec: Your Creative Companion
    1. Creativity Amplified
    2. Beyond Documentation: The Future of Design Workflow
    3. Your Practice, Transformed
    4. Join the Creative Revolution
    5. The Future is Here
    6. Experience the Transformation
    7. The Issue
    8. The Solution
    9. The Result
    10. Why Don’t Spreadsheets Suit The Needs Of Interior Designers?
    11. Enter Programa
    12. Clear and Precise Presentations
    13. Easier Management of Data
    14. Exports That Work The Way You Do
    15. 13 June 2024
    16. 07 June 2024
    17. 06 June 2024
    18. 04 June 2024
    19. 12 July 2024
    20. 09 July 2024
    21. 05 July 2024
    22. 04 July 2024
    23. 02 July 2024
    24. 01 July 2024
    25. 31 July 2024
    26. 30 July 2024
    27. 29 July 2024
    28. 26 July 2024
    29. 23 July 2024
    30. 18 July 2024
    31. Based in Sydney, YSG is a multi-disciplinary practice trailblazing architectural builds and interior design across the residential, commercial, and hospitality sectors. The studio charges spaces with atmospheric potency, staging, and storytelling driving their narrative process. With bold concepts and resourceful details, YSG's projects hopefully stir the soul and spark an emotive drive to feel one's best self within them.
    32. How Tyler Aspen Edmonds Did It
    33. The Programa Advantage
    34. The Trade Portal Advantage
      1. Why Winning Work Matters for Interior Designers
      2. The Benefits of CRM Software for Interior Designers
      3. Using Project Management Tools as a CRM
      4. Outcome
      5. A comprehensive look into Dean Dyson's mission, culture, and integration of Programa for efficient project management and client communication.
      6. What’s New at Programa?
      7. Looking Ahead: Upcoming Features
      8. Pricing Update: Supporting Continuous Improvement
      9. Thank You for Being Part of the Programa Community
    35. 28 November 2024
    36. 27 November 2024
    37. 26 November 2024
    38. 20 November 2024
    39. 19 November 2024
      1. Task Management
      2. Phases
      3. Dynamic Views
      4. Prepare your Studio
      5. Key Changes
      6. Detailed Steps for Current Studio WIP Users
      7. Future Releases
      8. Support
    40. 26 June 2024
    41. 19 June 2024
    42. 18 June 2024
    43. 17 June 2024
      1. 1. Specification Management Command Center
      2. 2. Project Management Suite
      3. 3. Procurement & Financial Tools
      4. 4. Client Dashboard
      5. 5. Digital Design Libraries
      6. Why Programa Stands Out
      7. Fast-Track Your Setup
      8. The Future of FF&E Management
      9. Transform Your FF&E Management Today
    44. 13 September 2024
    45. 11 September 2024
    46. 06 September 2024
    47. 05 September 2024
    48. 03 September 2024
    49. 02 September 2024
  12. Choose your must attend
  13. Space is intentionally limited.
  14. How to Connect with Your Ideal Clients
  15. Choosing the Right Marketing Channels
  16. How to Differentiate Yourself
  17. Leveraging Relationships to Stand Out
    1. 30 August 2024
    2. 27 August 2024
    3. 22 August 2024
    4. 21 August 2024
    5. 20 August 2024
    6. 19 August 2024
    7. 16 August 2024
    8. 15 August 2024

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Keep pace with the dynamic evolution of our Programa platform through our comprehensive Release Notes for August 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.