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Release Notes - December 2024

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19 December 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Improved handling of subtask changes to prevent data loss and unexpected behavior when working quickly

 

Programa for Brands

  • Suppliers can now see unpublished product details before publishing

17 December 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • A fix for reordering phases after adding a new phase.
  • For QuickBooks, simplified product and service management by removing the use of categories created by Programa.

 

Programa for Brands

  • Fix for filters
  • Fix for an issue when brand is empty
  • Fix for handling product preview if contact person is missing
  • Styling tweaks and visual improvements
  • Product descriptions now display line breaks properly.

10 December 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Better handling of duplicated data when importing
  • Fixed an issue with clicking on the timer button on a Task card opening the task instead of starting/stopping the timer.

Programa for Brands

  • Improved handling of recent searches for guest users
  • Better mobile responsiveness
  • Fixed Apple login logo

09 December 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fixed an issue where you could still drag Pinboard items after they've been archived/deleted.
  • (NEW) Ability to request bank transfer payment capability (if available in your region) and you satisfy billing conditions.
  • When uploading an unsupported file type, you'll now be notified.
  • Thanks for all the feedback! We've added an "All tasks" navigation link when editing a Task so you can easily go back to the Project or Studio Board or List view.
  • (NEW) Ability to have negative amounts on invoice line items, allowing for things such as fixed rate discounts.
  • (NEW) You can now assign an external account to invoice processing fees (instead of hoping for the best, or losing it completely in your accounting system).

Programa for Brands

  • Improvements to sharing of Collections
  • Better experience when searching and not finding anything, in the Trade Portal
  • Other various fixes and improvements to the Trade Portal
    • Layout and image styling on Product Details page
    • Analytics
    • Logo handling
  • Fix for Safari & iOS video playback

03 December 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Work on internal importing tools
  • (NEW) Editing a Task is now in it's own dedicated page. Other enhancements include:
    • Autosaving when making changes within a Task, so you don't have to click 'Save' each time you make an edit.
    • Better handling of smaller screen sizes
    • Ability to link to specific Tasks (more on this coming in the future)
    • More consolidated navigation when jumping in and out of Tasks, and better performance.
  • We removed the 'New' badge from 'Project Management' and 'Studio' - it was about time.
  • Fixed issue where filter message was not showing correctly when filtering in Project Management.
  • Improved handling of Task comments.

Programa for Brands

  • Updates to Brand Carousels
  • Fix for old URLs
  • Styling updates
  • 'Recent searches' are capped so users aren't overwhelmed by the history of their searching endeavours.
  • Fixes for when search window is activated (and showing it)
Table of contents
  1. The Importance of a Strong Digital Presence
  2. Leveraging Social Media Engagement
  3. Implementing SEO Optimization Techniques
    1. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
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    11. 28 March 2025
    12. 25 March 2025
    13. 20 March 2025
    14. 18 March 2025
    15. Welcome Back!
    16. 06 January 2025
    17. It's that time of year!
    18. 19 December 2024
    19. 17 December 2024
    20. 10 December 2024
    21. 09 December 2024
    22. 03 December 2024
    23. 28 November 2024
    24. 27 November 2024
    25. 26 November 2024
    26. 20 November 2024
    27. 19 November 2024
    28. 13 November 2024
    29. 08 November 2024
    30. 31 October 2024
    31. 30 October 2024
    32. 29 October 2024
    33. 24 October 2024
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    35. 22 October 2024
    36. 17 October 2024
    37. 15 October 2024
    38. 11 October 2024
    39. 10 October 2024
    40. 07 October 2024
    41. 03 October 2024
    42. 02 October 2024
    43. 30 September 2024
    44. 25 September 2024
    45. 20 September 2024
    46. 19 September 2024
    47. 17 September 2024
    48. 13 September 2024
    49. 11 September 2024
    50. 06 September 2024
    51. 05 September 2024
    52. 02 September 2024
    53. 30 August 2024
    54. 27 August 2024
    55. 22 August 2024
    56. 21 August 2024
    57. 20 August 2024
    58. 19 August 2024
    59. 16 August 2024
    60. 15 August 2024
    61. 14 August 2024
    62. 12 August 2024
    63. 13 August 2024
    64. 07 August 2024
    65. 08 August 2024
    66. 09 August 2024
    67. 05 August 2024
    68. 01 August 2024
    69. 31 July 2024
    70. 30 July 2024
    71. 29 July 2024
    72. 26 July 2024
    73. 23 July 2024
    74. 18 July 2024
    75. 12 July 2024
    76. 09 July 2024
    77. 05 July 2024
    78. 04 July 2024
    79. 02 July 2024
    80. 01 July 2024
    81. 26 June 2024
    82. 19 June 2024
    83. 18 June 2024
    84. 17 June 2024
    85. 13 June 2024
    86. 07 June 2024
    87. 06 June 2024
    88. 04 June 2024
    89. 30 May 2024
    90. 27 May 2024
    91. 24 May 2024
    92. 23 May 2024
    93. 16 May 2024
    94. 14 May 2024
    95. 09 May 2024
    96. 03 May 2024
    97. 02 May 2024
    98. 29 April 2024
    99. 24 April 2024
    100. 22 April 2024
  4. April 16 2024
  5. 15 April 2024
  6. Other updates
  7. 11 April 2024
  8. <strong>09 April 2024</strong>
    1. Key Benefits:
    2. 1. Schedules
    3. 2. Project Management
    4. 3. Client Dashboard
    5. 4. Pinboards
    6. 5. Financials View
      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
      9. Programa Interior Design Software: A Comprehensive Project Management and Collaboration Solution for Architects and Interior Designers
      10. User-friendly Interface and Tools for Seamless Project Management
    7. Recognising the Impact of Mood Boards in Design
    8. Elevate Your Mood Board Creation and Collaboration
    9. Leveraging Programa’s Pinboards Throughout the Project
  9. Comprehensive Guide to Client Communication Software for Interior Designers
    1. The Importance of Effective Client Communication in Interior Design
    2. Introduction to Programa
    3. Getting Started Dashboard
    4. Schedules
    5. Client Dashboard
    6. Web Clipper
    7. Pinboards
    8. Project Management
    9. Address Book
    10. Invoicing
    11. 09 April 2024
    12. 28 March 2024
    13. 22 March 2024
    14. Highlight
    15. Other fixes
  10. Programa Invoices
    1. 03 September 2024
      1. Definitions
      2. Details of Processing
      3. European Union and United Kingdom
      4. US Users / Consumers
      5. General
      6. Appendix 1: Details of Processing
      7. Nickolas Gurtler Studio: Redefining Interior Design with Programa
    2. The Complexities of Residential Interior Design
    3. Client Connectivity: Crafting Relationships and Spaces
    4. Project Prowess: Managing the Symphony of Tasks
  11. Materials Mastery: Sourcing, Selection, and Inventory
    1. Pinboards: Your Creative Oasis
    2. Financial Finesse: The Art of Business Management
    3. Embark on Your Programa Journey Today
  12. Offering Virtual Consultations and Collaborating with Others in the Industry
  13. Showcasing a Diverse Portfolio and Staying Ahead with Future Trends in Client Engagement Strategies
  14. Embracing the Evolution of Marketing for Interior Designers in 2025 and Beyond!
    1. Streamlining Complexities and Enhancing Collaboration
    2. Managing Multiple Projects with Conflicting Deadlines and Resourcing Needs
    3. Communicating with Clients, Contractors, and Suppliers
    4. Sourcing Materials and Products
    5. Resolving Conflicts and Addressing Challenges
    6. Streamlining Project Management with Programa’s Studio WIP: A Cross-Project Management Solution
    7. Enhancing Communication and Collaboration with Programa’s Client Dashboard
    8. Leveraging Programa’s Cloud-Based Specifications for Efficient Material and Product Sourcing
    9. Take Control of Your Studio Today
    10. Why Use Interior Design Client Proposal Templates?
    11. Key Components of an Interior Design Presentation Template
    12. Conclusion
    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. The Issue
    19. The Solution
    20. The Result
    21. Data Encryption in Transit and at Rest
    22. Security Controls
    23. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
    24. Monitoring and Breach Protocols
    25. Your IP is Yours, Forever
      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. Information about how Programa uses Cookies
      31. What are cookies?
      32. How do we use cookies?
      33. Strictly Necessary Cookies
      34. Optional Cookies
      35. Options for managing cookies and interest-based ads
      36. Updates to this Policy
      37. How to contact us
      38. We interviewed Associates Callie van der Merwe, Calvin Janse van Vuuren & Roberto Zambri from COOOP, powered by Design Partnership about their latest project, The Meat & Wine Co.
      39. From Contributing Editor, Andrew Mitchell, director of MR. MITCHELL, Interior designer and founder of The Design Coach.
      40. <strong>Why is managing a budget important?</strong>
      41. <strong>Why can getting a budget be so difficult?</strong>
    26. Latest Updates
    27. What is an Interior Design Quotation?
    28. Key Components of an Interior Design Quotation
    29. Interior Design Quotation Format and Free Template
    30. How Do You Create an Interior Design Quotation Quickly & Easily?
    31. Beyond the Proposal: Invoicing with Programa
    32. Start Your Project Proposals with Programa
    33. Recognized for excellence in design software
    34. Overview of Each Platform
      1. Information about the Programa Payments Service
      2. The Programa Payments Service
      3. Getting or Activating a Payments Services Account
      4. Processing Transactions and Receiving Your Funds
      5. <strong>Termination and Other General Legal Terms</strong>
      6. <strong>Contact Support</strong>
      7. What’s New at Programa?
      8. Looking Ahead: Upcoming Features
      9. Pricing Update: Supporting Continuous Improvement
      10. Thank You for Being Part of the Programa Community
    35. What is Transparency?
      1. 1. Design Fees
      2. 2. Margins on Product
      3. 3. Managing Budgets and Timelines
    36. What are the benefits?
    37. Getting Started
    38. Master your time, profits, and creative vision with Programa
    39. Why attend this US focused Programa webinar?
    40. Template mastery: your secret weapon for scalability
    41. How to create your project management ecosystem
    42. Packaged design service: Transform how clients see your value
    43. The power of a Product Library
    44. Project template showcase: the design package
    45. Programa: Powerful tools
  15. Why These Events Matter More Than Ever
  16. Where Innovation Meets Implementation In The States
  17. European Design Destinations: Where Dreams Take Shape
  18. Maximizing Your Event Experience
  19. Making It All Work Together
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Keep pace with the dynamic evolution of our Programa platform through our comprehensive Release Notes for December 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.