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Release Notes - Start of October 2024

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Updated: 20 October 2024

11 October 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • (Coming soon) You will soon have the ability to manage file sharing from the files page.
  • (Coming soon) ScheduleAI visual and behavioural improvements.
  • Fixed issue with euros when using a commas.
  • Fixes to Invoice creation page when changing certain fields.
  • Fixed syncing issue with external accounting software and expired authentication.
  • Better support for more countries

 

Programa for Brands

  • Improved loading in Trade Portal when filtering and sorting.

10 October 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Ability to select and deselect tax rates when invoices are saved.
  • Checks to prevent inviting users who are already members

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon to the Trade Portal) Empty states and improved caching of product information.
  • More links to help articles
  • (Coming soon to the Trade Portal) Work on carousel features highlighting brands prominently.
  • Fixes for when searching for products
  • (Coming soon to the Trade Portal) Ability to manually enter price values when filtering by price.
  • (Coming soon to the Trade Portal) Tweaks and improvements to main homepage search
  • Removed need for requiring product images on import.
  • Better bulk publishing abilities for internal users

07 October 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Visual tweaks in Project Management Tasks
  • Improved Project Management Board and List view performance through optimized data fetching.
  • No more weird behaviour when you're dragging around in Project Management.
  • (Coming soon) Tweaks and improvements to Programa ScheduleAI

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon to the Trade Portal) Improvements to suggested products and hover states
  • Performance improvements
  • (Coming soon to the Trade Portal) New ways to interact with product categories
  • Fixed an issue with updating product

03 October 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fixes for Zoom control in Timeline view in Project Management - if you select a different zoom level, you should be able to see the data change to view more or less information.
  • Improvements and fixes for Project Management filters
  • Fixes for onboarding links
  • Fixed Time entry editing which wan't being saved to the correct task.
  • Fix so milestones only show for relevant phases.

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon) Better handling of product suggestions.

02 October 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Uplift - capture more customer details when creating customers in Stripe, and pushing this data across.
  • Better handling of invoices between Programa and Stripe so users only see the invoices generated in Programa.
  • Treatment for when there's nothing to view in the Project Management Board view because you've filtered too hard. Before it was difficult to know how many results are being hidden, now you do. Also better empty state treatment if it's not a filter issue that's making you see no cards.
  • Fixed for bouncy cursors that would bounce back to previous input fields when performing certain actions.
  • A quick change to naming our new Canva link feature to 'Canva Shares'
  • Another quick fix for tooltips in Project Management

 

Programa for Brands

  • Continued improvements to CSV upload capability.
  • (Coming soon) New product suggestion feature which shows more personalized product recommendations based on the Designers' recent activity and library.
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
    34. Studio WIP
    35. What else is new?
    36. What’s coming in February?
    37. 19 December 2024
    38. 17 December 2024
    39. 10 December 2024
    40. 09 December 2024
    41. 03 December 2024
      1. Features
      2. Integrations & Sharing
      3. Upgrades
    42. Task Management: Keeping Every Detail in Check
    43. Phases: Breaking Down Your Projects
    44. Combining Studio & Task Management for Optimal Workflow
    45. Getting Started: Setting Up Your Tasks & Phases
    46. Bringing it all together.
    47. 12 July 2024
    48. 09 July 2024
    49. 05 July 2024
    50. 04 July 2024
    51. 02 July 2024
    52. 01 July 2024
      1. Getting Started with Shared Invoices
      2. Real-World Applications for Designers and Architects
      3. Key Benefits of the Shared Invoices Update
    53. What is an Interior Design Quotation?
    54. Key Components of an Interior Design Quotation
    55. Interior Design Quotation Format and Free Template
    56. How Do You Create an Interior Design Quotation Quickly & Easily?
    57. Beyond the Proposal: Invoicing with Programa
    58. Start Your Project Proposals with Programa
    59. Client Dashboards: Connecting Designers and Clients Globally
    60. Product Approvals: Streamlining Feedback and Collaboration
    61. Experience the Future of Design Communication with Programa
  51. About March Twice Interiors
    1. Product Approvals are engineered to streamline designer-client collaboration.
    2. Main Benefits Of Product Approvals
    3. Creating & Submitting Approval Requests
    4. Client Approval Process
    5. Tracking Approval Statuses and Feedback
    6. Recognising the Impact of Mood Boards in Design
    7. Elevate Your Mood Board Creation and Collaboration
    8. Leveraging Programa’s Pinboards Throughout the Project
  52. Why These Events Matter More Than Ever
  53. Where Innovation Meets Implementation In The States
  54. European Design Destinations: Where Dreams Take Shape
  55. Maximizing Your Event Experience
  56. Making It All Work Together
    1. The impracticalities of using generic software
    2. Enter Programa.
    3. Remove unnecessary stress and double handling with Programa:
    4. 11 October 2024
    5. 10 October 2024
    6. 07 October 2024
    7. 03 October 2024
    8. 02 October 2024
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Keep pace with the dynamic evolution of our Programa platform through our comprehensive Release Notes for October 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.