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Introducing Our Redesigned Side Navigation

Focused on Your Design Efficiency
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Programa
Updated: 03 July 2024

What’s New?

Navigating our platform just got a whole lot smarter, and it’s all in the interest of amplifying your design potential.

Why Change?

While our platform has always been brimming with transformative features, our side navigation often led users, especially those new to the platform, astray. We’ve witnessed the brilliance of our user community and believe that you should be immediately met with the tools that showcase your skills best.

Key Enhancements

  1. Showcase of Strengths: Now, when you dive into the platform, our most potent tools and features are front and centre. Your initial interactions will immediately reflect the platform’s premier capabilities, ensuring you get the most out of every design session.
  2. Simplified Discovery: We’ve regrouped our tools based on functionality and use-case. Say goodbye to sifting through options and hello to intuitive navigation. Get to what you need, when you need it, without a second thought.
  3. Instant Support: Ever felt a tiny hiccup could derail your design flow? With embedded quick-access links to tutorials, FAQs, and live chat, we’ve ensured you’re always a step away from the help you might need.

What Does This Mean for Your Design Process? In essence, more time designing and less time navigating. By ensuring you’re immediately introduced to our best features, your journey from idea conception to realisation becomes smoother and more efficient.

Metrics Matter: Our dedication doesn’t end with this rollout. We’re actively monitoring how these changes impact your design process. From measuring the efficiency in accessing primary tools to tracking multi-tool engagement, our goal is to ensure this redesign truly elevates your experience.

Coming Up: As always, we’re receptive to your feedback. As you get accustomed to the redesigned navigation, let us know how it feels. We’re geared to make iterative changes based on your insights.

Our core goal has always been to empower your design journey. This navigation redesign, aimed at placing our most valuable tools right at your fingertips, is a testament to that commitment. Dive in, explore, and let the enhanced navigation propel your design process to new heights.

Available now to Programa users as part of your Pro subscription. Log in or start free.

Table of contents
  1. Simplify Your FF&E Selection Process
  2. Effortless Updates and Revisions
  3. Collaboration Made Easy
  4. Optimized Finishes Schedule Management
  5. The Future Of FF&E With Programa
  6. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
    1. What to expect
    2. Why attend?
    3. Secure Your Seat: Design Workflow Workshop
    4. Programa Interior Design Software: A Comprehensive Project Management and Collaboration Solution for Architects and Interior Designers
    5. User-friendly Interface and Tools for Seamless Project Management
  7. Instant Sharing, Seamless Collaboration
  8. Customisation at its Best
  9. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
  10. Key Benefits:
  11. What is an Interior Design Quotation?
  12. Key Components of an Interior Design Quotation
  13. Interior Design Quotation Format and Free Template
  14. How Do You Create an Interior Design Quotation Quickly & Easily?
  15. Beyond the Proposal: Invoicing with Programa
  16. Start Your Project Proposals with Programa
  17. 31 October 2024
  18. 30 October 2024
  19. 29 October 2024
  20. 24 October 2024
  21. 23 October 2024
  22. 22 October 2024
  23. 17 October 2024
  24. 15 October 2024
    1. A Note from Zoe
  25. Join the Future of Design
  26. <strong>Small-Batch Ceramics With Lasting Impact</strong>
    1. &nbsp;
    2. What is FF&E in Interior Design?
    3. Why is FF&E Management Crucial?
    4. How Programa is Changing the FF&E Interior Design Software Game
    5. Why Programa Stands Out from Other FF&E Interior Design Software
    6. The Future of Interior Design with Programa
  27. Programa Invoices
    1. Why Don’t Spreadsheets Suit The Needs Of Interior Designers?
    2. Enter Programa
    3. Clear and Precise Presentations
    4. Easier Management of Data
    5. Exports That Work The Way You Do
      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 how Programa handles your data
      9. Introduction
      10. Our Values<br />
      11. Why we process your information
      12. <br />Your rights over your information
      13. Where we transfer your information<br />
      14. How long do we retain your information
      15. Our use of advanced technologies<br />
      16. How we protect your information<br />
      17. How we use “cookies” and other tracking technologies<br />
      18. How you can reach us
      19. Types of data we collect and process<br />
      20. What Personal Data we receive<br />
      21. Retention
      22. Our purpose for using your personal data
      23. Disclosing your personal data<br />
      24. Changes to this Privacy Policy
      25. Additional Privacy Information for Brands & Suppliers<br />
      26. When and why we share your information with others
      27. Your rights over your information
      28. How long we retain your information
      29. Your customers’ information
      30. Additional Information about how we process data globally
      31. Processing data globally to fulfil our service obligations
      32. United States Regional Privacy Notice
      33. What information we collect and share about you
      34. Why we collect and share your Personal Information
      35. Sources of Personal Information
      36. How long we keep your information
  28. <strong>Principles for when you use the Services</strong>
  29. <strong>Implications for violating the User Guidelines</strong>
  30. <strong>Dangerous Content</strong>
  31. <strong>Deceptive Content</strong>
  32. <strong>Sensitive Content</strong>
  33. <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. What We Do
    6. Our Mission
    7. Spreadsheets Weren’t Built for Interior Design
    8. Specification Simplified: Say Goodbye to Arduous Data Entry
    9. Always Up-to-Date: Live Schedules for Real-Time Collaboration
    10. Seamless Sharing and Client Communication
    11. Build Your Own Product Libraries
    12. Eliminate Stress with Real-Time Version Control
    13. Track, Manage, Deliver: Stay On Top of Your Projects
    14. Effortless Integration and Customization
    15. Join Thousands of Designers Transforming Their Workflows with Programa
    16. Key Features:
  34. Comprehensive Guide to Client Communication Software for Interior Designers
    1. The Importance of Effective Client Communication in Interior Design
    2. Why Time Tracking is Essential for Interior Designers
    3. How to Use Programa for Effective Time Tracking
    4. Tips for Maximizing Your Time Tracking Efforts
    5. Addressing the Need for Flexible Project Management in a Global Context
    6. The Solution
    7. The Result
    8. The Issue - Complex Tax Handling<br />
    9. The Solution - Streamlined Tax Tool
    10. The Result - Enhanced Clarity and Compliance<br />
  35. 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
    6. Register to join our highly requested webinar On February 27th
    7. What To Expect In The Session
      1. Why Your Studio Will Benefit?
      2. Reserve Your Spot
  36. Why These Events Matter More Than Ever
  37. Where Innovation Meets Implementation In The States
  38. European Design Destinations: Where Dreams Take Shape
  39. Maximizing Your Event Experience
  40. Making It All Work Together
  41. Discover the future of sourcing and specification within Programa
  42. The marketplace made for designers and suppliers
  43. What’s new. Trade Portal 2.0?
    1. Sleek new look and feel
    2. Find exactly what you need
    3. Recommendations, category and brand highlights
    4. Tailored to your needs
  44. Why designers love this
    1. Start using Trade Portal 2.0
      1. Support
      2. Tasks: The Building Blocks of Effortless Studio Management
      3. Phases: Your Project's Roadmap to Success
      4. The Magic of Combining Tasks and Phases
      5. Getting Started is a Breeze
    2. Board View:
    3. List View:
    4. Timeline View:
    5. Seamless Integration for Holistic Project Management
      1. Hommeboys Interiors
      2. CUAIK | CDS
      3. AKI Design
      4. Meraki Design
      5. Nickolas Gurtler Design
      6. Mera Studio Architects
    6. Schedules: Organized and Up-to-Date Project Tracking
      1. Benefits:
    7. Pinboards: Visual Inspiration and Design Curation
    8. Canva Sharing: Collaborative and Seamless Presentation Integration
    9. Invoices: Simplified Financial Management and Transparency
    10. Client Dashboard Controls: Complete Access Management at Your Fingertips
      1. How the Client Dashboard Transforms Your Workflow
      2. Benefits of the Update
      3. Redesigning Industry Workflows
      4. Moving Beyond Spreadsheets
      5. Industry-Specific Features
      6. Better Client Communications
      7. Try Programa Today
      8. The Hidden Cost of Chaos
      9. Enter the Digital Design Revolution
      10. Master Your Design Universe
      11. Design Intelligence at Work
      12. The Feedback Doesn't Lie
      13. Beyond Organization: Empowering Creativity
      14. A Day in the Life with Programa
      15. The Future of Interior Design is Here
  45. The future of sales and marketing for A&D brands
    1. What sets Programa apart?
  46. What’s in Trade Portal 2.0?
    1. Sleek new interface
    2. Advanced search and filters
    3. Showcase product collections by category
    4. Curated 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
    6. Introduction to Programa
    7. Getting Started Dashboard
    8. Schedules
    9. Client Dashboard
    10. Web Clipper
    11. Pinboards
    12. Project Management
    13. Address Book
    14. Invoicing
      1. The End of Creative Interruption
      2. Where Inspiration Meets Intelligence
  47. The Dawn of SmartSpec: Your Creative Companion
    1. Creativity Amplified
    2. Beyond Documentation: The Future of Design Workflow
    3. Your Practice, Transformed
    4. Join the Creative Revolution
    5. The Future is Here
    6. Experience the Transformation
    7. Getting Started with Shared Invoices
    8. Real-World Applications for Designers and Architects
    9. Key Benefits of the Shared Invoices Update
    10. What is the ‘Hidden’ Status?
    11. Use Case: Building a Custom Product
    12. Simplifying Financials with Hidden Status
    13. Reusing and Grouping Components
    14. Why Winning Work Matters for Interior Designers
    15. The Benefits of CRM Software for Interior Designers
    16. Using Project Management Tools as a CRM
    17. Outcome
    18. Welcome Back!
    19. 06 January 2025
    20. It's that time of year!
    21. 19 December 2024
    22. 17 December 2024
    23. 10 December 2024
    24. 09 December 2024
    25. 03 December 2024
    26. 28 November 2024
    27. 27 November 2024
    28. 26 November 2024
    29. 20 November 2024
    30. 19 November 2024
    31. 13 November 2024
    32. 08 November 2024
    33. 11 October 2024
    34. 10 October 2024
    35. 07 October 2024
    36. 03 October 2024
    37. 02 October 2024
    38. 30 September 2024
    39. 25 September 2024
    40. 20 September 2024
    41. 19 September 2024
    42. 17 September 2024
    43. 13 September 2024
    44. 11 September 2024
    45. 06 September 2024
    46. 05 September 2024
    47. 02 September 2024
    48. 30 August 2024
    49. 27 August 2024
    50. 22 August 2024
    51. 21 August 2024
    52. 20 August 2024
    53. 19 August 2024
    54. 16 August 2024
    55. 15 August 2024
    56. 14 August 2024
    57. 12 August 2024
    58. 13 August 2024
    59. 07 August 2024
    60. 08 August 2024
    61. 09 August 2024
    62. 05 August 2024
    63. 01 August 2024
    64. 31 July 2024
    65. 30 July 2024
    66. 29 July 2024
    67. 26 July 2024
    68. 23 July 2024
    69. 18 July 2024
    70. 12 July 2024
    71. 09 July 2024
    72. 05 July 2024
    73. 04 July 2024
    74. 02 July 2024
    75. 01 July 2024
    76. 26 June 2024
    77. 19 June 2024
    78. 18 June 2024
    79. 17 June 2024
    80. 13 June 2024
    81. 07 June 2024
    82. 06 June 2024
    83. 04 June 2024
    84. 30 May 2024
    85. 27 May 2024
    86. 24 May 2024
    87. 23 May 2024
    88. 16 May 2024
    89. 14 May 2024
    90. 09 May 2024
    91. 03 May 2024
    92. 02 May 2024
    93. 29 April 2024
    94. 24 April 2024
    95. 22 April 2024
  48. April 16 2024
  49. 15 April 2024
  50. Other updates
  51. 11 April 2024
  52. <strong>09 April 2024</strong>
    1. Highlight
    2. Other fixes
    3. The Issue
    4. Latest Updates
    5. 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.
    6. 1. Schedules
    7. 2. Project Management
    8. 3. Client Dashboard
    9. 4. Pinboards
    10. 5. Financials View
    11. What’s New?
    12. Why Change?
    13. Key Enhancements
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Introducing Our Redesigned Side Navigation: Enhancing Your Design Efficiency

What’s New?

Navigating our platform just got a whole lot smarter, and it’s all in the interest of amplifying your design potential.

Why Change?

While our platform has always been brimming with transformative features, our side navigation often led users, especially those new to the platform, astray. We’ve witnessed the brilliance of our user community and believe that you should be immediately met with the tools that showcase your skills best.

Key Enhancements

Showcase of Strengths: Now, when you dive into the platform, our most potent tools and features are front and centre. Your initial interactions will immediately reflect the platform’s premier capabilities, ensuring you get the most out of every design session. Simplified Discovery: We’ve regrouped our tools based on functionality and use-case. Say goodbye to sifting through options and hello to intuitive navigation. Get to what you need, when you need it, without a second thought. Instant Support: Ever felt a tiny hiccup could derail your design flow? With embedded quick-access links to tutorials, FAQs, and live chat, we’ve ensured you’re always a step away from the help you might need.

What Does This Mean for Your Design Process?

In essence, more time designing and less time navigating. By ensuring you’re immediately introduced to our best features, your journey from idea conception to realization becomes smoother and more efficient.

Metrics Matter:

Our dedication doesn’t end with this rollout. We’re actively monitoring how these changes impact your design process. From measuring the efficiency in accessing primary tools to tracking multi-tool engagement, our goal is to ensure this redesign truly elevates your experience.

Coming Up:

As always, we’re receptive to your feedback. As you get accustomed to the redesigned navigation, let us know how it feels. We’re geared to make iterative changes based on your insights.

Empower Your Design Journey with Our Redesigned Side Navigation

Experience enhanced efficiency and smoother navigation with Programa's redesigned side navigation. Discover our most valuable tools right at your fingertips, propelling your design process to new heights.

Available now to Programa users as part of your Pro subscription. Log in or start free.