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Updated: 05 August 2024

31 July 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Continued work on Invoicing refresh
  • Enhanced security feature implementation - OTP (one time password, using email) is now required after 2 simultaneous logins.
  • Coming Soon - New Studio view for Project Management - providing a complete view of all your Tasks, timelines, phases and deadlines for all your projects across your studio.
  • Fix for PDF Export of selected products in Schedules and the financial totals not totalling correctly. Thanks to Courtney from Studio Smiths and Katie from Spatial Studio for picking up on this!
  • Fix for issue where selecting QuickBooks tax rates with no tax values while creating an invoice caused an error.
  • More graceful error handling for when an error occurs when trying to save an invoice with invalid tax Inclusive line item amounts.

 

Programa for Brands

  • Visual improvements to in platform Brands Plans page
  • CSV import fixes and better support for variant images

30 July 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Tweaks and updates to Timelines in Project Management
  • NEW ability to change Project and Phases dates by dragging in Timeline view (coming soon)
  • Fix for QuickBooks Settings page which was failing if no QuickBooks rates were set.

29 July 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Ability to see last QuickBooks Tax resync date stamp

 

Programa for Brands

  • Clearer copy when signing up to Programa (either as a Brand or Designer)
  • Work on Similar Products
  • Continued work on Collections in Trade portal

26 July 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • NEW - Ability to sync QuickBooks Tax Rates with new sync button under QuickBooks settings. Go to Settings -> Invoices tab -> QuickBooks Settings -> 'Resync tax rates with QuickBooks'
  • NEW - Refresh to the Open and Sent Invoice pages.
  • Updated security and access controls.

 

Programa for Brands

  • Updated infrastructure to support new Brands work
  • Work on new Brands Directory
  • Work on Collections in Trade Portal (coming soon)
  • Fix for products on grandfathered accounts re-subscribing.

23 July 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Integration testing for Invoices
  • Fix for Total Tax amounts not updating when toggling between Markup on and off.
  • (Coming soon) Project Management Tasks, Subtasks, Phases, etc. are also included when copying a project.
  • (Coming soon) Project management filtering by Team Members and Phases

 

Programa for Brands

  • Updates and changes to the CSV import now has better support for product data, images, attachments, and variants.
  • Tweaks for new Brand Directory work
  • Fix for (sub)brand profile when external link is missing

18 July 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • (Coming soon) More Project Management tweaks
  • OTP work
  • Show both tax exclusive and inclusive prices for Schedule Product Details sidenav
  • Updates to Invoicing look and feel
  • (Coming soon) Programa Product AI help article links and more information.

 

Programa for Brands

  • Set default Sub-Brand banner image for existing Sub-brands until updated by the user. Any new Sub-brands created will require the user upload a banner image for that Sub-Brand
  • (Coming soon) Work on Collections
  • Tweaks to Quote Requests email template
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
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Keep pace with the dynamic evolution of our Programa platform through our comprehensive Release Notes for July 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.