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Updated: 24 July 2024

14 May 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Additional view in Project Management (coming soon)
  • File sorting on project page for Project Management (coming soon)
  • New tax rates used in Invoicing (coming soon)
  • Styling tweaks to left sidenav

 

Programa for Brands

  • Brands dashboard design tweaks (coming soon)
  • Add AWS Lambda Service and lint fixes
  • My Products page filter by category (coming soon)

09 May 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Work on tasks for projects in Project Management (coming soon)
  • Prep work for import from trade portal behaviour in product library (coming soon)
  • Duplicate check and alert for Doc Code field in Schedules (imminent)
  • Fix for issue with marking items as approved in summary tab making all other entries disappear
  • Fix for issue with Tax rates now being copied along with the project.
  • Added toggle for whether a product is taxable or not, to Product Library products

 

Programa for Brands

  • Change in Brand approval requests to now being sent to an email alias
  • New activity widget in Brands dashboard (coming soon)
  • Fix for Algolia limit overriding native pagination when viewing products in trade portal
  • Updates to Quote Requests templates to add schedule share details URLs to email carrier

03 May 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fix for Pinboard share page JS error which may cause iOS/Safari failure
  • QuickBooks integration - ability to update, delete invoices (coming soon)
  • Fix for adding a supplier in Summary page causing a field to lose focus

02 May 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • QuickBooks - Create invoice and add products (coming soon)
  • Fix for using correct dimensions for client dashboard cover image via crop tool
  • Changes to the sidebar for easier help access
  • Fix for misaligned 'Trade Discount' percentage icon when Tax is turned on

 

Programa for Brands

  • Fix for email CSV dry run
  • New filtering of products by status and Brand on new My Products page (coming soon)
  • New Brands Dashboard product analytics widget (coming soon)
  • Fix for Quote Requests email template
Table of contents
  1. 14 August 2024
  2. 12 August 2024
  3. 13 August 2024
  4. 07 August 2024
  5. 08 August 2024
  6. 09 August 2024
  7. 05 August 2024
  8. 01 August 2024
  9. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
  10. The Issue - Complex Tax Handling<br />
  11. The Solution - Streamlined Tax Tool
  12. The Result - Enhanced Clarity and Compliance<br />
  13. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
  14. Schedules Update:
  15. Client Dashboard & Brag Stats
  16. Pinboards Update
  17. Web Clipper Update
  18. On the Horizon
    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<br />
    7. How long do we retain your information
    8. Our use of advanced technologies<br />
    9. How we protect your information<br />
    10. How we use “cookies” and other tracking technologies<br />
    11. How you can reach us
    12. Types of data we collect and process<br />
    13. What Personal Data we receive<br />
    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. Programa Interior Design Software: A Comprehensive Project Management and Collaboration Solution for Architects and Interior Designers
    31. User-friendly Interface and Tools for Seamless Project Management
  19. Introduction to Programa
  20. Getting Started Dashboard
  21. Schedules
  22. Client Dashboard
  23. Web Clipper
  24. Pinboards
  25. Project Management
  26. Address Book
  27. Invoicing
  28. 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<br />
    11. 11. Beta Services<br />
    12. 12. Feedback and Reviews<br />
    13. 13. Takedown Procedure
    14. 14. Privacy and Data Protection
    15. 15. Programa Contracting Party
    16. 16. Term and Termination
    17. 17. Modifications<br />
    18. 18. General Conditions
  29. <strong>Contact Support</strong>
  30. Trends You Can’t Ignore in 2025
  31. 1. The Importance of a Strong Digital Presence
  32. 2. Leveraging Social Media Engagement
  33. 3. Implementing SEO Optimization Techniques
  34. 4. Offering Virtual Consultations and Collaborating with Others in the Industry
  35. 5. Showcasing a Diverse Portfolio and Staying Ahead with Future Trends in Client Engagement Strategies
  36. Embracing the Evolution of Marketing for Interior Designers in 2025 and Beyond!
    1. Why Leading Design Firms Choose Programa
    2. Time Tracking That Speaks Your Language
    3. Client Communication Reimagined
    4. Automation for the Creative Mind
    5. The Impact on Your Studio
    6. <a href="https://programa.design/features/best-interior-design-project-management-software" target="_blank">Beyond Project Management</a>
    7. Your Design Evolution Starts Here
    8. Information about the Programa In App Payment Services
    9. <br />The Programa Payments Service
    10. Getting a Payments Services Account
    11. Processing Card Transactions and Receiving Your Funds
    12. <strong>Termination and Other General Legal Terms</strong>
  37. Programa Invoices
    1. Why Use Interior Design Client Proposal Templates?
    2. Key Components of an Interior Design Presentation Template
    3. Conclusion
    4. The Complexities of Residential Interior Design
    5. Client Connectivity: Crafting Relationships and Spaces
    6. Project Prowess: Managing the Symphony of Tasks
  38. 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
    4. Designed for Designers
    5. Dedicated In-House Design Team
    6. A Commitment to Progress and Trust
    7. Discover the New Outdoor Range
    8. Start Sourcing GlobeWest Today
    9. Recognized for Excellence in Design Software
    10. Seamless Integration with Product Library
    11. Tailored PDF Exports
    12. Intuitive Schedule Navigation
      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
  39. Discover the Versatility of Artedomus Products
  40. Why Designers Love Artedomus
  41. 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
  42. Streamlining the A&D industry – it’s about time.
    1. 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.
  43. <strong>Principles for when you use the Services</strong>
  44. <strong>Implications for violating the User Guidelines</strong>
  45. <strong>Dangerous Content</strong>
  46. <strong>Deceptive Content</strong>
  47. <strong>Sensitive Content</strong>
  48. <strong>Illegal Content</strong>
    1. Why we have User Guidelines
    2. User Guidelines for what is strictly prohibited
    3. Rules for user-generated content
    4. How can I report an issue or get support?
    5. Sydney, NSW
    6. 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.
    7. 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.
    8. Addressing the Need for Flexible Project Management in a Global Context
    9. The Solution
    10. The Result
    11. The Trade Portal places your brand front and center before A&D professionals
    12. Your name in lights alongside some of the biggest in the industry
    13. Your dream clientele, actively procuring
    14. Working directly with Architects and Interior Designers
    15. Programa’s Trade Portal and high quality leads
    16. With Programa’s Purchase Orders, you can:
    17. Schedules: Organized and Up-to-Date Project Tracking
      1. Benefits:
    18. Pinboards: Visual Inspiration and Design Curation
    19. Canva Sharing: Collaborative and Seamless Presentation Integration
    20. Invoices: Simplified Financial Management and Transparency
    21. Client Dashboard Controls: Complete Access Management at Your Fingertips
      1. How the Client Dashboard Transforms Your Workflow
      2. Benefits of the Update
    22. Welcome Back!
    23. 06 January 2025
    24. 30 May 2024
    25. 27 May 2024
    26. 24 May 2024
    27. 23 May 2024
    28. 16 May 2024
  49. About March Twice Interiors
    1. What to expect
    2. Why attend?
    3. Secure Your Seat: Design Workflow Workshop
    4. 31 July 2024
    5. 30 July 2024
    6. 29 July 2024
    7. 26 July 2024
    8. 23 July 2024
    9. 18 July 2024
    10. 09 April 2024
    11. 28 March 2024
    12. 22 March 2024
    13. 29 April 2024
    14. 24 April 2024
    15. 22 April 2024
  50. 16 April 2024
  51. 15 April 2024
  52. Other updates
    1. 14 May 2024
    2. 09 May 2024
    3. 03 May 2024
    4. 02 May 2024
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Keep pace with the dynamic evolution of our Programa platform through our comprehensive Release Notes for April 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.