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Release Notes - Start of July 2024

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Updated: 25 July 2024

12 July 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • NEW ability to show Schedule Total amounts split out with and without tax (i.e. by Tax exclusive amount, Tax amount, and Tax Inclusive amount) in the main Schedule, Shared Schedules, PDF export, and Excel export.
  • In Project Management (coming soon):
    • Can create a phase under the project phases list.
    • 'Today' hotkey shortcut
    • Drag and drop
    • Fixes and tweaks to experience and page layout
  • Invoicing improvements (coming soon) - implemented pagination for invoices to only initially show fixed number of invoices rather than loading all.
  • Minor change to append the selected Trade Portal product to the end of the current list of products in the library.
  • Fixed success and error messages flashing twice.
  • (Coming soon) Programa Product AI popup feature for easier product selection and logic around when. it shows results
  • Display the selected tax rate on sent invoices page (so you know what Tax Rate you selected when sending the Invoice)
  • Improved tax display on the Invoice Page - it now shows 'No Tax rate selected' if no rates chosen when creating the invoice, and displays the applied tax rate in the 'Total Tax' label post saving.

 

Programa for Brands

  • NEW Product Details drawer when viewing the new My Products page (coming soon) giving Brands the ability to quickly see detailed product information. Includes ability to see available variants of a single parent product.
  • (Coming soon) Trade Portal Collections

09 July 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fix for redundant checkboxes in Shared Schedules, and some visual tweaks to bulk select in Pinboards (i.e. overlapping of checkbox and section divider).
  • Improvement for general lag performance in Product Library by implementing pagination.
  • (Coming soon) Programa Product AI feature now provides more relevant suggestions based on the user
  • NEW Ability to view the details of an existing tax rates that was set in Programa (and the split if viewing a combo rate) through the global Tax Settings page (go to your studio Settings -> Invoices -> Tax Settings table)

 

Programa for Brands

  • Fix for Brand Profile pages where the product name/card shouldn't continuing stretching when name is too long
  • Fix for issue where the count of products on the brand Profile page did not match the actual number of visible products in the Trade Portal

05 July 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fixed issue in Project Management (new) where users were unable to use the "search people" feature on Project Details sidenav in Board view without refreshing the page
  • Resolved error when selecting more than 15 members in Project Management
  • Project Details in Project Management now displays assigned team members in the Timeline view with a 'counter' bubble after 3 team members.
  • Cosmetic and styling fixes for attachments in Project Management Task cards.

 

Programa for Brands

  • Work on new Collections feature (coming soon)
  • Fixed issue where the profile dropdown in the side nav wasn't working properly when clicking into the Brand Profile from the dashboard.

04 July 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Project Management (coming soon)
    • Fix for automatically closing a task upon uploading an attachment, especially for images
  • Fixed issue with tax rates not saving/applying correctly in invoices

02 July 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Project Management (coming soon) - Ability to add team members to projects in Board view

Programa for Brands

  • Resolved issue causing product image grid to stop displaying in the new Brands directory
  • Updated the individual lead emails template
  • UI updates for the Brand and sub-Brand profile page
  • Fixes to demo link, plans page visibility, and upgrade call-to-action

01 July 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Project Management (coming soon)
    • Resolved issue where Tasks were not updating automatically after save
    • Fixed subtasks swaying effect, prevented deletion confirmation pop-up from opening on naming a subtask, and enabled viewing the latest number of subtasks without needing to refresh the page
    • Users can now scroll through long tasks and save them without any issues
    • Ability to edit and delete phases directly from the Project information sidenav, including updating phase name and timeframe
    • Fix for Task Target Date picker

 

Programa for Brands

  • Updated Plans for new plans launch
  • Fixed the issue where clicking "View all products" on Brand Profile page redirects to Latest Products tab instead of showing all products.
Table of contents
  1. Getting Started with Shared Invoices
  2. Real-World Applications for Designers and Architects
  3. Key Benefits of the Shared Invoices Update
  4. Getting Started Dashboard
  5. Schedules
  6. Client Dashboard
  7. Web Clipper
  8. Pinboards
  9. Project Management
  10. Invoicing
  11. Address Book
  12. Trade Portal
  13. Schedules: Organized and Up-to-Date Project Tracking
    1. Benefits:
  14. Pinboards: Visual Inspiration and Design Curation
  15. Canva Sharing: Collaborative and Seamless Presentation Integration
  16. Invoices: Simplified Financial Management and Transparency
  17. Client Dashboard Controls: Complete Access Management at Your Fingertips
    1. How the Client Dashboard Transforms Your Workflow
    2. Benefits of the Update
  18. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
    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
  19. <strong>How It Works</strong>
  20. <strong>Why It Matters</strong>
  21. <strong>Your New Shortcut for Smart Scheduling</strong>
  22. Tablet-friendly update
  23. Overview of Each Platform
  24. Key Benefits:
  25. The Issue - Complex Tax Handling<br />
  26. The Solution - Streamlined Tax Tool
  27. The Result - Enhanced Clarity and Compliance<br />
  28. The impracticalities of using generic software
  29. Enter Programa.
  30. Remove unnecessary stress and double handling with Programa:
  31. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
    1. How It Works
    2. Viewing Your Schedule
    3. Approving Products
    4. The Benefits of the Client Dashboard
    5. Information about the Programa Payments Service
    6. The Programa Payments Service
    7. Getting or Activating a Payments Services Account
    8. Processing Transactions and Receiving Your Funds
    9. <strong>Termination and Other General Legal Terms</strong>
    10. <strong>Contact Support</strong>
    11. <span class="d-block text-center"> AWARDS</span>
    12. Spreadsheets Weren’t Built for Interior Design
    13. Specification Simplified: Say Goodbye to Arduous Data Entry
    14. Always Up-to-Date: Live Schedules for Real-Time Collaboration
    15. Seamless Sharing and Client Communication
    16. Build Your Own Product Libraries
    17. Eliminate Stress with Real-Time Version Control
    18. Track, Manage, Deliver: Stay On Top of Your Projects
    19. Effortless Integration and Customization
    20. Join Thousands of Designers Transforming Their Workflows with Programa
    21. Key Features:
  32. 30 August 2024
  33. 27 August 2024
  34. 22 August 2024
  35. 21 August 2024
  36. 20 August 2024
  37. 19 August 2024
  38. 16 August 2024
  39. 15 August 2024
  40. 09 April 2024
  41. 28 March 2024
  42. 22 March 2024
  43. 28 November 2024
  44. 27 November 2024
  45. 26 November 2024
  46. 20 November 2024
  47. 19 November 2024
  48. 29 April 2024
  49. 24 April 2024
  50. 22 April 2024
  51. 16 April 2024
  52. 15 April 2024
  53. Other updates
    1. 31 October 2024
    2. 30 October 2024
    3. 29 October 2024
    4. 24 October 2024
    5. 23 October 2024
    6. 22 October 2024
    7. 17 October 2024
    8. 15 October 2024
    9. &nbsp;
  54. Chrome Finishes
  55. United Strangers by Satara
    1. 13 November 2024
    2. 08 November 2024
    3. Streamlining Complexities and Enhancing Collaboration
    4. Managing Multiple Projects with Conflicting Deadlines and Resourcing Needs
    5. Communicating with Clients, Contractors, and Suppliers
    6. Sourcing Materials and Products
    7. Resolving Conflicts and Addressing Challenges
    8. Streamlining Project Management with Programa’s Studio WIP: A Cross-Project Management Solution
    9. Enhancing Communication and Collaboration with Programa’s Client Dashboard
    10. Leveraging Programa’s Cloud-Based Specifications for Efficient Material and Product Sourcing
    11. Take Control of Your Studio Today
  56. 11 April 2024
    1. Highlight
    2. Other fixes
    3. Why Don’t Spreadsheets Suit The Needs Of Interior Designers?
    4. Clear and Precise Presentations
    5. Easier Management of Data
    6. Exports That Work The Way You Do
    7. Why Time Tracking is Essential for Interior Designers
    8. How to Use Programa for Effective Time Tracking
    9. Tips for Maximizing Your Time Tracking Efforts
      1. Finally, control over product presentation
      2. Curate to convert
      3. Update and share
    10. 12 July 2024
    11. 09 July 2024
    12. 05 July 2024
    13. 04 July 2024
    14. 02 July 2024
    15. 01 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.