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Updated: 25 July 2024

26 June 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Project Management (coming soon!)
    • Task delete confirmation
    • New Checklists in Tasks for Project Management - ability to easily add, complete, and remove checklist items in Task cards.
    • Ability to see team members assigned to a Task directly in Board view, with a max of 3 visible members and an indicator for additional hidden team members
    • New Key Date feature - Add and display important dates set on a task, and see it in the Timeline view
    • New ability to see the number of completed and total checklist items in Board and List View for each Task
    • Resolved issue where the project-timeline header overlapped with project management menu options.
    • Ability to display selected phases on task cards in Board view
    • Elegant handle of profiles pictures with no image set.
    • Added Task comments in Project Management with ability to add, view, and delete comments.
    • Tasks created in any swim lane now assumes the status of that swimlane, and not default to 'To Do'
    • Added search functionality to task attribute dropdowns
  • Fixed an issue where a blank page was generated at the end of Schedule Export PDF when terms and conditions were turned off before exporting
  • Fix to maintain scroll position after archiving or deleting photos in Pinboards.
  • Empty state for Schedules now provides clear call to actions for new users to easily navigate and add products.
  • Improved padding around the checkbox and resolved visibility/accessibility issues in Shared Schedules.
  • (Coming soon) Apple Signup and Login using your Apple credentials.
  • Added spinner in Task form to indicate when sending or saving data

 

Programa for Brands

  • Enhanced Get Started Page with new payment logic and streamlined onboarding steps
  • Improved accessibility for the Done button on the Supplier Company Edit detail side panel in Safari browser.
  • Search in new Brand Directory
  • Backend preparation for new Brands plans launch
  • New filter by category in Brands Directory
  • New Supplier Brand company page showcasing a snapshot of the Brands products and link to view the rest of those Brand's products.
  • Updated to new Brand Plan names
  • New "Jump to" carousel feature in Brands Directory

19 June 2024

 

Programa for Designers:

  • Project Management coming soon
    • Enhanced Timeline View now integrates Project and Phase data
  • Better validation messages when importing address book data
  • Improved Task form now resets when opening the modal for easier data entry.
  • Fixed Pinboards 'Move to Section' menu when bulk changing pins now displays all sections and is scrollable for improved user experience.

 

Programa for Brands

  • New ability to add a header image to your sub-Brand's profile (to be used if the sub-brand is a featured Brand in the new Brand Directory)
  • Revamped brand cards on the Brand Profile page

18 June 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Coming soon for Project Management
    • Start and stop timers directly from Task Cards with cumulative time tracking.
    • List View for Tasks in a Project, now displaying task details including status, phase, target date, team members, and recorded time.
  • Fixed the issue where invoice transaction fee amounts were not showing up in QuickBooks
  • New simple bulk actions in Image Library

17 June 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Ability to add and remove team members to/from a Task in Project Management, with the ability to select up to 50 members and search for them.
  • Ability to internally import schedule data from a template.
  • Resolved Time Tracking issue where time entries became unlinked from Board card: Users can now view previous time entries and create new entries as expected.
  • Fixed an issue with German month names.

 

Programa for Brands

  • Update Side Navigation panel access logic to align with new Brands Plans.
  • Add 'Featured Content' to Brand Profile which can be self-edited and updated.
  • New 'Featured Brands' section in Brands Directory including dynamic cards that either show Brand banner or associated Brand products.
Table of contents
  1. Why Winning Work Matters for Interior Designers
  2. The Benefits of CRM Software for Interior Designers
  3. Using Project Management Tools as a CRM
  4. Outcome
  5. 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
  6. 30 August 2024
  7. 27 August 2024
  8. 22 August 2024
  9. 21 August 2024
  10. 20 August 2024
  11. 19 August 2024
  12. 16 August 2024
  13. 15 August 2024
  14. Data Encryption in Transit and at Rest
  15. Security Controls
  16. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
  17. Monitoring and Breach Protocols
  18. Your IP is Yours, Forever
  19. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
  20. 14 August 2024
  21. 12 August 2024
  22. 13 August 2024
  23. 07 August 2024
  24. 08 August 2024
  25. 09 August 2024
  26. 05 August 2024
  27. 01 August 2024
  28. What is FF&E in Interior Design?
  29. Why is FF&E Management Crucial?
  30. How Programa is Changing the FF&E Interior Design Software Game
  31. Why Programa Stands Out from Other FF&E Interior Design Software
  32. The Future of Interior Design with Programa
  33. <strong>Meet Brightgreen’s MINI Collection: When Less, Meets More</strong>
  34. <strong>Revolutionise Your Lighting Design and Layouts</strong>
  35. The Issue
  36. The Result
  37. The Solution
  38. Get Started Today
  39. The Importance of Project Management in Interior Design
  40. Tips for Becoming a Better Interior Designer
  41. Real-World Examples of Successful Project Management in Interior Design
    1. 1. Specification Management Command Center
    2. 2. Project Management Suite
    3. 3. Procurement & Financial Tools
    4. 4. Client Dashboard
    5. 5. Digital Design Libraries
    6. Why Programa Stands Out
    7. Fast-Track Your Setup
    8. The Future of FF&E Management
    9. Transform Your FF&E Management Today
    10. Explore our ‘Made with Programa’ feature, where Shona McElroy of SMAC Studio shares the journey behind ‘Introspection,’ highlighting the challenges, workflow, and how Programa played a pivotal role from concept to completion.
  42. Simplify Your FF&E Selection Process
  43. Effortless Updates and Revisions
  44. Collaboration Made Easy
  45. Optimized Finishes Schedule Management
  46. The Future Of FF&E With Programa
  47. Programa Invoices
    1. A comprehensive look into Dean Dyson's mission, culture, and integration of Programa for efficient project management and client communication.
    2. The Trade Portal places your brand front and center before A&D professionals
    3. Your name in lights alongside some of the biggest in the industry
    4. Your dream clientele, actively procuring
    5. Working directly with Architects and Interior Designers
    6. Programa’s Trade Portal and high quality leads
  48. <strong>Discover the future of sourcing and specification within Programa</strong>
  49. The Trade Marketplace Made For Designers And Suppliers
  50. 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
      1. Support
    7. Q3 Product Update
    8. The world’s best scheduling software gets even better.
    9. The All-new Web Clipper
    10. Other Improvements
    11. What’s next?
    12. 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.
    13. What’s New?
    14. Why Change?
    15. Key Enhancements
    16. With Programa’s Client Dashboard, you can:
    17. Minimalise Misunderstandings, Maximalise Results
    18. Shared Schedules and Integration with Client Dashboard
    19. Collaboration between Designers and Clients
    20. The Shortcomings of Conventional Tools for Interior Designers
    21. Breaking Away from Tradition with Programa
    22. From FF&E to beautiful client comms with Programa.
      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
    23. Recognized for Excellence in Design Software
    24. Seamless Integration with Product Library
    25. Tailored PDF Exports
    26. Intuitive Schedule Navigation
    27. Instant Sharing, Seamless Collaboration
    28. Customisation at its Best
    29. Key Benefits:
    30. 26 June 2024
    31. 19 June 2024
    32. 18 June 2024
    33. 17 June 2024
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Keep pace with the dynamic evolution of our Programa platform through our comprehensive Release Notes for June 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.