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Release Notes - End of September 2024

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Updated: 03 October 2024

30 September 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fix for the total cost calculation in Schedules.
  • Better handling of crop tool in Schedules, especially those with large lists of Products.
  • Fix for where Tasks now disappear from the board when deleted.
  • Fixed issue where image uploads were failing on Project Settings page
  • Phase dropdown in Tasks now scrolls (if you had that many phases!)
  • Fix for issue where Task target dates weren't saving properly.
  • NEW ability to SORT tasks by due date

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon) Improvements and finalisation of new search, results page, and loading.
  • (Coming soon) More work on filters
  • Fixed an issue in Leads/Quote Requests if the Designer's studio image was missing.
  • (Coming soon) Better product suggestions.

25 September 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fixed an issue on the Getting Started page
  • Placeholder icons in Invoicing for some upcoming changes
  • Fixed issue with deleted projects and time entry filtering.
  • Fixed an issue with permissions for Studio members.

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon) Work on new carousel showcase feature in trade portal
  • (Coming soon) Work on new Searching within Trade Portal
  • (Coming soon) Improved reliability of search terms in new Search
  • NEW Capability to export product data for bulk editing and re-upload

20 September 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • (Coming soon) Integration with third party presentation software

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon) Tweaks for trending products
  • (Coming soon) New category navigation
  • (Coming soon) Speed and performance improvements to filtering

19 September 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Improved number translation when importing
  • Improved backend handling of invoices
  • Fixed an issue that hindered users from adding new products to their product libraries from the Schedule.
  • (Coming soon) Bank Transfer payment option
  • Fixed button that upgrades account
  • Improved sync with accounting third party software.

 

Program for Brands

  • (Coming soon) Carousel spotlight management feature
  • (Coming soon) Persistent filters when sorting
  • (Coming soon) New component for trending products

17 September 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • (NEW) Ability to filter tasks by due date status, including overdue, due soon, and no due date.
  • Work on third party integrations
  • More work on Project Management filters

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon) New filters for the Trade Portal
  • (Coming soon) New category and subcategory pages
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
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    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.
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      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:
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Keep pace with the dynamic evolution of our Programa platform through our comprehensive Release Notes for September 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.