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Release Notes - End of May 2024

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Programa
Updated: 25 July 2024

30 May 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Continued work on Project Management (coming soon!)
  • Fix for PDF images that looked distorted
  • Fix for old sharing links still accessed via pdf downloads
  • Changed for location of T&Cs within PDF export, especially for large bodies of text.
  • Fix for QuickBooks sync job where the invoice doesn't exist in Stripe

 

Programa for Brands

  • Brands Dashboard tweaks

27 May 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Task Creation for Project Management (coming soon)
  • Tax figures in schedule are also included in excel export
  • Fix for importing QB tax rates once they are archived

24 May 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Updated 'book training session' link for designers
  • Increase terms and conditions font size
  • Product Library style updates for search, sort, filter section
  • Add Tax exclusive/inclusive labels on schedule totals (coming soon!)
  • Project Management timelines (coming soon!)
  • Changes to invoicing page for when only partial stripe setup has occurred.

23 May 2024

 

Highlight

Product Library has gotten a little makeover!

  • New look and feel
  • For those with access to our Trade Portal (Australia and New Zealand only at the moment) ability to now 'Add' Trade Portal products to your Product Library. This utilises a similar experience as in Schedules, except it only searches for Trade Portal Products since you're already in Product Library.
  • Ability to see which products in your Product Library are from the Trade Portal
  • Ability to see when you imported those Trade Portal products (date stamp)
  • Fix for the invoice sidenav bar (when you're creating a new invoice) which was weirdly sitting behind the header section at the top of the page.

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fix for spec sheet Notes missing in PDF Export
  • Fixes for tax changes on Invoicing page (Tax coming soon!)
  • Fix for tax rate calculation when markup is toggled
  • Ability to toggle whether an item is taxable or not in Invoicing.
  • Changes to the 'Need Help' link in the designer sidebar
  • Experiment - Add products via Product Match flow
  • Fix for Invoice ready to send error
  • Add any missing tax rates to Quickbooks from Programa when Invoicing (coming soon!)
  • Fix for ensuring PDF export includes only filtered item attachments

 

Programa for Brands

  • Supplier subscription quantity shouldn't be updated
  • Fix for CSV Parser to correct dimensions order
  • Update TO email to new alias for brand operations mailer
  • Correct format for PriceFrom field for CSV product import
  • Filter products by date on new My Products page (coming soon!)
  • Company owner check on dry run CSV upload

16 May 2024

 

Programa for Designers:

  • Check for allowing only one connection at a time to an external accounting platform.
  • Fix for Quickbooks Invoice line item issue from trailing white spaces
  • Apply tax at Invoice level when connected to Quickbooks

 

Programa for Brands

  • Empty states for Activity Widget on Brand Dashboard (coming soon)
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
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Keep pace with the dynamic evolution of our Programa platform through our comprehensive Release Notes for May 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.