Trade Portal 2.0 Update

Trade access to sourcing and specifying leading brands seamlessly
Programa
Programa
Updated: 25 November 2024

Discover the future of sourcing and specification within Programa.

With the Trade Portal 2.0, we’ve created a faster, smarter, and more seamless way to source, specify, and connect with leading brands—all while working within your existing projects in Programa.

Programa Trade Portal Launch

Whether you're sourcing products for a high-end residential project or managing schedules for a commercial space, the Trade Portal 2.0 is here to simplify your workflow and inspire your designs.

The Trade Portal not only serves as a reliable source for products from trusted brands but also gives you a solid platform for determining exactly what you want to include in your project. Say, in some cases it could be a trigger for an entire Schedule.

Shona McElroySMAC Studio

The Trade Marketplace Made For Designers And Suppliers

We understand the challenges designers face in sourcing the perfect products for their projects.

  • Time Constraints - Tight deadlines and project milestones mean every minute counts.
  • Discovery Needs - Finding the right product or exploring new trends can take hours.
  • Streamlined Collaboration - Coordinating with suppliers and clients should be seamless and much more efficient.

That’s why we’ve reimagined the Trade Portal—to provide you with a central hub that meets these needs and more.

What is it like behind the Trade Portal with Brands?

“A huge part of interior design is logistics and sourcing... Programa makes it easy to log, track, and transition between tasks, saving us so much time.”

Tessa JamesAKI Designs

 

What’s New. Trade Portal 2.0?

We’ve upgraded every aspect of the Trade Portal to deliver a streamlined, more intuitive experience. Here are the standout features you can explore.

A Sleek New Look and Feel

The first thing you’ll notice on the Trade Portal upgrade is the modern, refreshed design enabling discovery and simple sourcing.

  • Public & Private Access - Explore curated collections with while logged in or logged out of Programa. Giving you options for public inspiration or private team collaboration.
  • Infinite Scrolling - Browse products without interruptions for a smoother, more immersive experience. Just keep scrolling.
  • Brand Highlights - Discover the immersive video carousels featured brands and product collections with visually curated content.

Experience a design-first interface built to inspire and streamline your workflow.

 

All-new advanced search
All-new advanced search

Find Exactly What You Need

Say goodbye to endless searching. With our advanced product search and filtering options, you can pinpoint the perfect product in seconds.

  • Filter by Key Attributes - Narrow results by brand, price, colour, material, finish, and lead time.
  • Search Modal - Click on the search bar for an intuitive, interactive product search at the top or in the interactive search modal. Also when searching for a product from within your schedule you have access to the entire Trade Portal marketplace.
  • Trending Products & Categories - Stay inspired by discovering what’s popular in the design community, from most popular products to automatically suggested search based on what you type.

Need a premium timber flooring option available within two weeks? No problem. Advanced Product Search delivers what you need, when you need it.

Curate your collections, showcase your vision
Curate your collections, showcase your vision

Collections Define Your Vision

As a designer, your curated style is more than just an aesthetic—it's your professional signature that attracts clients and sets you apart in the industry.

With Collections, you can create a capsule of your design vision, creating, sharing, and showcasing your favourite products in ways that amplify your brand and aesthetic.

  • Private Collections - Collaborate efficiently within your team by organising approved products and brands into cohesive collections. Use them as style guides for internal alignment or as visual tools to secure stakeholder and client approvals.
  • Public Collections - Showcase your expertise and design style to a broader audience. Inspire potential clients, promote your services, or share your favourite product selections and completed work publicly to establish your authority in the design community.

From creating inspiration boards to gaining new clients, Collections is not just a tool—it’s an extension of your brand and a pathway to elevate your design business.

Explore high end brands in the Trade Portal
Explore high end brands in the Trade Portal

Tailored To Your Needs

Discover products that fit seamlessly into your current projects with personalised 'smart' recommendations.

  • Schedule and Product Library Integration - Save valuable time as the Trade Portal suggests products similar to those already in your schedules or product library—no searching required.
  • Programa Selects - Explore curated collections of trending and top-quality products, handpicked to inspire and complement your designs.
  • Brand Recommendations - Looking for alternatives or to explore new collections? The recommendation engine identifies similar brands to those you already work with, offering you more choices and flexibility.

With Trade Portal 2.0’s intelligent features, focus on creating exceptional designs while we handle the heavy lifting.

Seamlessly source, specify and procure
Seamlessly source, specify and procure

Why Designers Love This

 

Here’s how the Trade Portal 2.0 will transform the way designers and suppliers work together.

  • Efficiency - Save time with advanced search and tailored recommendations.
  • Inspiration - Discover new products, brands and trends effortlessly.
  • Collaboration - Seamlessly share ideas and manage specifications across teams and projects.
  • Connection - Engage directly with suppliers to streamline inquiries and quotes. Add new suppliers directly to your address book and deal with the right Rep for your account.
All-new trade portal look and feel
All-new trade portal look and feel

Start Using Trade Portal 2.0

 

Whether you’re an experienced user in the Trade Portal or new to Programa, getting started is as easy as curating your Pinterest board.

  1. Log In to Programa to explore the Trade Portal under your product library.
  2. Browse or search for products by browsing collections, exploring advanced search, or using recommendations.
  3. Save your favourites into curated collections for seamless project integration.
  4. Refer your Suppliers to sign up to the Trade Portal, help them to sync all their products into Programa and you'll never have to manually specify again.

Not a user yet? Sign up, to unlock the access to Trade Portal 2.0. Only available for Australia and New Zealand Projects currently.

Support

We have support on standby to assist you, so feel free to reach out via chat. If you encounter any issues or feel overwhelmed, we can revert you to the current normal experience.

Thank you for your participation and valuable feedback. This is just the beginning, and your insights will help us refine and improve our Project Management tools.

For detailed guides and support, please refer to the links provided or contact our support team at team@programa.design.

Table of contents
  1. The Issue
  2. The Result
  3. The Solution
  4. Latest Updates
  5. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
  6. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
  7. 28 November 2024
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  12. 31 October 2024
  13. 30 October 2024
  14. 29 October 2024
  15. 24 October 2024
  16. 23 October 2024
  17. 22 October 2024
  18. 17 October 2024
  19. 15 October 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
  20. How are you using Programa?
  21. What challenges did the platform help overcome in a recent project?
    1. Streamlining Interior Design Workflow with Programa: Studio Heim's Success Story
    2. We interviewed Associates Callie van der Merwe, Calvin Janse van Vuuren & Roberto Zambri from COOOP, about their latest project, the Vogue Cafe.
  22. <strong>Principles for when you use the Services</strong>
  23. <strong>Implications for violating the User Guidelines</strong>
  24. <strong>Dangerous Content</strong>
  25. <strong>Deceptive Content</strong>
  26. <strong>Sensitive Content</strong>
  27. <strong>Illegal Content</strong>
    1. Introduction
    2. Why we have User Guidelines
    3. User Guidelines for what is strictly prohibited
    4. Rules for user-generated content
    5. How can I report an issue or get support?
    6. What We Do
    7. Our Mission
    8. In a discussion with Yasmine Ghoniem, Director of Sydney-based interior design studio YSG, we delve into the studio's founding story, cultural ethos, and groundbreaking projects.
    9. 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.
  28. Comprehensive Guide to Client Communication Software for Interior Designers
    1. The Importance of Effective Client Communication in Interior Design
  29. Programa Invoices
    1. Information about how Programa handles your data
    2. Our Values<br />
    3. Why we process your information
    4. <br />Your rights over your information
    5. Where we transfer your information<br />
    6. How long do we retain your information
    7. Our use of advanced technologies<br />
    8. How we protect your information<br />
    9. How we use “cookies” and other tracking technologies<br />
    10. How you can reach us
    11. Types of data we collect and process<br />
    12. What Personal Data we receive<br />
    13. Retention
    14. Our purpose for using your personal data
    15. Disclosing your personal data<br />
    16. Changes to this Privacy Policy
    17. Additional Privacy Information for Brands & Suppliers<br />
    18. When and why we share your information with others
    19. Your rights over your information
    20. How long we retain your information
    21. Your customers’ information
    22. Additional Information about how we process data globally
    23. Processing data globally to fulfil our service obligations
    24. United States Regional Privacy Notice
    25. What information we collect and share about you
    26. Why we collect and share your Personal Information
    27. Sources of Personal Information
    28. How long we keep your information
    29. Why Time Tracking is Essential for Interior Designers
    30. How to Use Programa for Effective Time Tracking
    31. Tips for Maximizing Your Time Tracking Efforts
    32. Addressing the Need for Flexible Project Management in a Global Context
    33. The Issue - Complex Tax Handling<br />
    34. The Solution - Streamlined Tax Tool
    35. The Result - Enhanced Clarity and Compliance<br />
  30. 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
      1. Features
      2. Integrations & Sharing
      3. Upgrades
      4. Hommeboys Interiors
      5. CUAIK | CDS
      6. AKI Design
      7. Meraki Design
      8. Nickolas Gurtler Design
      9. Mera Studio Architects
      10. A Note from Zoe
    6. Join the Future of Design
  31. The Trade Marketplace Made For Designers And Suppliers
  32. What’s New. Trade Portal 2.0?
    1. A Sleek New Look and Feel
    2. Find Exactly What You Need
    3. Collections Define Your Vision
    4. Tailored To Your Needs
    5. Why Designers Love This
    6. Start Using Trade Portal 2.0
    7. Schedules: Organized and Up-to-Date Project Tracking
      1. Benefits:
    8. Pinboards: Visual Inspiration and Design Curation
    9. Canva Sharing: Collaborative and Seamless Presentation Integration
    10. Invoices: Simplified Financial Management and Transparency
    11. Client Dashboard Controls: Complete Access Management at Your Fingertips
      1. How the Client Dashboard Transforms Your Workflow
      2. Benefits of the Update
  33. The Future Of Sales And Marketing For A&D Brands
    1. What Sets Programa Apart?
  34. What’s In Trade Portal 2.0?
    1. A Sleek New Interface
    2. Smart Search
    3. Collections Showcase Your Best
    4. Smart Recommendations
    5. What's Unique For Brands?
      1. Take Full Control of Client Access with Ease
      2. View and Manage Access
      3. Client Overview & Quick Access Controls
      4. File-Specific Filtering
      5. Getting Started with Shared Invoices
      6. Real-World Applications for Designers and Architects
      7. Key Benefits of the Shared Invoices Update
      8. What is the ‘Hidden’ Status?
      9. Use Case: Building a Custom Product
      10. Simplifying Financials with Hidden Status
      11. Reusing and Grouping Components
      12. Why Winning Work Matters for Interior Designers
      13. The Benefits of CRM Software for Interior Designers
      14. Using Project Management Tools as a CRM
      15. Outcome
      16. How It Works
      17. Viewing Your Schedule
      18. Approving Products
      19. The Benefits of the Client Dashboard
    6. Key Benefits:
    7. Task Management: Keeping Every Detail in Check
    8. Phases: Breaking Down Your Projects
    9. Combining Studio & Task Management for Optimal Workflow
    10. Getting Started: Setting Up Your Tasks & Phases
    11. Bringing it all together.
      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
    12. Board View:
    13. List View:
    14. Timeline View:
    15. Seamless Integration for Holistic Project Management
    16. Introduction to Programa
    17. Getting Started Dashboard
    18. Schedules
    19. Client Dashboard
    20. Web Clipper
    21. Pinboards
    22. Project Management
    23. Address Book
    24. Invoicing
    25. It's that time of year!
    26. 09 December 2024
    27. 03 December 2024
    28. 13 November 2024
    29. 08 November 2024
    30. 11 October 2024
    31. 10 October 2024
    32. 07 October 2024
    33. 03 October 2024
    34. 02 October 2024
    35. 30 September 2024
    36. 25 September 2024
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    38. 19 September 2024
    39. 17 September 2024
    40. 13 September 2024
    41. 11 September 2024
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    44. 02 September 2024
    45. 30 August 2024
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    60. 01 August 2024
    61. 31 July 2024
    62. 30 July 2024
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    64. 26 July 2024
    65. 23 July 2024
    66. 18 July 2024
    67. 12 July 2024
    68. 09 July 2024
    69. 05 July 2024
    70. 04 July 2024
    71. 02 July 2024
    72. 01 July 2024
    73. 26 June 2024
    74. 19 June 2024
    75. 18 June 2024
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    78. 07 June 2024
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    80. 04 June 2024
    81. 30 May 2024
    82. 27 May 2024
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    84. 23 May 2024
    85. 16 May 2024
    86. 14 May 2024
    87. 09 May 2024
    88. 03 May 2024
    89. 02 May 2024
    90. 29 April 2024
    91. 24 April 2024
    92. 22 April 2024
  35. April 16 2024
  36. 15 April 2024
  37. Other updates
  38. 11 April 2024
  39. <strong>09 April 2024</strong>
    1. Highlight
    2. Other fixes
      1. Information about the Programa In App Payment Services
      2. <br />The Programa Payments Service
      3. Getting a Payments Services Account
      4. Processing Card Transactions and Receiving Your Funds
      5. <strong>Termination and Other General Legal Terms</strong>
      6. <strong>Contact Support</strong>
  40. Streamlining the A&D industry – it’s about time.
  41. Recognized for Excellence in Design Software.
    1. Spreadsheets Weren’t Built for Interior Design
    2. Specification Simplified: Say Goodbye to Arduous Data Entry
    3. Always Up-to-Date: Live Schedules for Real-Time Collaboration
    4. Seamless Sharing and Client Communication
    5. Build Your Own Product Libraries
    6. Eliminate Stress with Real-Time Version Control
    7. Track, Manage, Deliver: Stay On Top of Your Projects
    8. Effortless Integration and Customization
    9. Join Thousands of Designers Transforming Their Workflows with Programa
    10. Key Features:
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Discover the future of sourcing and specification within Programa. With the Trade Portal 2.0, we’ve created a faster, smarter, and more seamless way to source, specify, and connect with leading brands—all while working within your existing projects in Programa.

Whether you're sourcing products for a high-end residential project or managing schedules for a commercial space, the Trade Portal 2.0 is here to simplify your workflow and inspire your designs.