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Release Notes - End of April 2024

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Programa
Updated: 24 July 2024

29 April 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fix for selected Tax rates in Projects that weren't clearing/selecting properly
  • Suppliers are now alphabetised in Purchase Orders @cellina
  • Fix failed project validation with tax rates

 

Programa for Brands

  • Improved pagination on Products, Leads and Quote Requests pages
  • Fix for text issues in PDF export that was either too small or truncated
  • Fix so that Brand Profile sections respects subscription tiers
  • Update to admin csv dry run process to have the result file be sent via email
  • Added step to cleanup unused Product Option Value in CSV product upload flow

24 April 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Implementation of Tax feedback
  • Label in Price to include showing whether amount is inclusive or exclusive.
  • QuickBooks integration work continued - fetch or create products
  • Script for migrating tax rates from stripe on Go Live

 

Programa for Brands

  • Correct timestamp format for archived leads
  • Update variant parsing logic for csv product uploads

22 April 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Ability to fetch tax rates and read/write contact details from QuickBooks when integration goes live
  • Added Turks & Caicos to available countries
  • Fix for issues with subscription billing and upgrading
  • Ability to see which rates were set as Default in Global tax settings
  • Better labelling in top summary bar in Schedules indicating whether rates are inclusive or exclusive

 

Technical Updates and Programa for Brands

  • Fix for product deletion process for Brands and Suppliers which was slow and non-performant
  • Additional test coverage for new functionality.
  • Ensuring retrieval of existing product option values return the same data type for brand CSV import

16 April 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Work on QuickBooks integration coming soon
  • Fix for truncated text in PDF exports
  • Work on Tax functionality coming soon.
  • Fix for the issue that prevented Org and Profile image upload in Settings
  • Removed the suggestion for searching by Tags in Pinboards
  • Fix for missing Navigation Buttons in Shared Schedules Lightbox
  • Fix for Procurement Hub error where it was switched on for user, but they were unable to access Procurement Hub.
  • Fix for export PDF in schedules where the notes field was not appearing in the exported Schedule PDF
  • Fix for the Schedule Filter dropdown labels which had an underscore

Programa for Brands

  • Visual tweaks to the left hand menu labels
  • Added search functionality to the new My Products page coming soon
  • Added a check to prevent re-uploading already existing documents on Products

15 April 2024

 

Highlight

Ability for notes on products in Schedules to be hidden on PDF exports.

If you have any data within the 'Notes' section of a product, when generating a Schedule PDF (bulk select or entire schedule), you can select to not include this in your PDF Export. This is accessible from the sidenav options menu when you're exporting.

 

Other updates

Programa for Designers

  • System will ignore duplicate requests to copy the same project when a project copy job is already underway. There is no visual treatment to warn you, it will just ignore any duplicate requests.
  • Fix for removing products from the Client Dashboard Schedule thumbnail when marked as 'Hidden'.
  • Additional trigger for opening Intercom live chat when you access the help centre to better help you when you need it.

Programa for Brands

  • Product data carrier for upcoming Brands Dashboard
Table of contents
  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. Wish there was a way to grow sales and better connect with clients?
  31. Why Does This Matter To Me As A Brand / Supplier?
  32. What Does That Translate To?
  33. How Does the Trade Portal Work?
  34. <strong>How Will It Solve My Problems?</strong>
    1. What does the Trade Portal Offer?
    2. What will it be like day to day?
    3. The Trade Portal Advantage
    4. The Importance of Project Management in Interior Design
    5. Tips for Becoming a Better Interior Designer
    6. Real-World Examples of Successful Project Management in Interior Design
    7. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
    8. The Issue
    9. The Result
    10. The Solution
    11. Latest Updates
    12. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
    13. Client Portal
    14. Client Communication
    15. Rebranding
    16. Client Testimonial
    17. Software Solution
    18. Streamlining Complexities and Enhancing Collaboration
    19. Managing Multiple Projects with Conflicting Deadlines and Resourcing Needs
    20. Communicating with Clients, Contractors, and Suppliers
    21. Sourcing Materials and Products
    22. Resolving Conflicts and Addressing Challenges
    23. Streamlining Project Management with Programa’s Studio WIP: A Cross-Project Management Solution
    24. Enhancing Communication and Collaboration with Programa’s Client Dashboard
    25. Leveraging Programa’s Cloud-Based Specifications for Efficient Material and Product Sourcing
    26. Take Control of Your Studio Today
    27. 26 June 2024
    28. 19 June 2024
    29. 18 June 2024
    30. 17 June 2024
    31. Task Management: Keeping Every Detail in Check
    32. Phases: Breaking Down Your Projects
    33. Combining Studio & Task Management for Optimal Workflow
    34. Getting Started: Setting Up Your Tasks & Phases
    35. Bringing it all together.
    36. <strong><strong>1. Follow A Clearly Defined Process</strong></strong>
    37. <strong>2. Create a Detailed Scope of Work</strong>
    38. <strong><strong>3. Set Clear Boundaries</strong></strong>
    39. <strong>4. Document Everything Thoroughly</strong>
    40. <strong>5. Be Clear on the Limit of your Management Services</strong>
    41. <strong>6. Communicate Regularly</strong>
    42. <strong>7. Action Breakdowns Immediately</strong>
    43. <strong>8. See It Through</strong>
    44. The Shortcomings of Conventional Tools for Interior Designers
    45. Breaking Away from Tradition with Programa
    46. From FF&E to beautiful client comms with Programa.
    47. The Trade Portal places your brand front and center before A&D professionals
    48. Your name in lights alongside some of the biggest in the industry
    49. Your dream clientele, actively procuring
    50. Working directly with Architects and Interior Designers
    51. Programa’s Trade Portal and high quality leads
    52. Partnership
    53. It Makes Sense
    54. Key Benefits of the Programa and IDS Partnership
    55. About Programa
    56. About the Interior Design Society
    57. Recognized for Excellence in Design Software
    58. Fixed Image Layouts
    59. Web Clipper Scraper
    60. Hyperlinked URLs
    61. Improved Notes Visibility in Presentation Mode
    62. Pinboards & Client Dashboard Integration
    63. 20 September 2024
    64. 19 September 2024
    65. 17 September 2024
    66. The Range
    67. Installation
    68. Service
    69. Support
    70. The impracticalities of using generic software
    71. Enter Programa.
    72. Remove unnecessary stress and double handling with Programa:
    73. How are you using Programa?
    74. What challenges did the platform help overcome in a recent project?
    75. Instant Sharing, Seamless Collaboration
    76. Customisation at its Best
    77. 30 May 2024
    78. 27 May 2024
    79. 24 May 2024
    80. 23 May 2024
    81. 16 May 2024
    82. How Tyler Aspen Edmonds Did It
    83. The Programa Advantage
  35. Programa Invoices
    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. 13 June 2024
    7. 07 June 2024
    8. 06 June 2024
    9. 04 June 2024
    10. Special Offer for DYB Alumni
      1. Introduction to Programa
      2. Watch the Onboarding Webinar Recording
      3. Ready to Get Started?
      4. Explore Our Breakdown Videos
      5. Boost Your Profitability
      6. Save Time and Money, Manage Projects Efficiently
      7. Enhance Communication Across Your Studio
    11. Key Benefits:
    12. 12 July 2024
    13. 09 July 2024
    14. 05 July 2024
    15. 04 July 2024
    16. 02 July 2024
    17. 01 July 2024
      1. <br />What’s New at Programa?
      2. <br />Looking Ahead: Upcoming Features
      3. <br />Pricing Update: Supporting Continuous Improvement
      4. <br />Thank You for Being Part of the Programa Community
    18. Challenges Faced by Designers in Procurement
    19. How designers can use Procurement Hub
    20. Built by and for designers
    21. 29 April 2024
    22. 24 April 2024
    23. 22 April 2024
  36. 16 April 2024
  37. 15 April 2024
  38. Other updates
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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.