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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. Definitions
  2. Details of Processing
  3. European Union and United Kingdom
  4. US Users / Consumers
  5. General
  6. Appendix 1: Details of Processing
  7. 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
  8. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
  9. 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
    11. 11. Beta Services
    12. 12. Feedback and Reviews
    13. 13. Takedown Procedure
    14. 14. Privacy and Data Protection
    15. 15. Programa Contracting Party
    16. 16. Term and Termination
    17. 17. Modifications
    18. 18. General Conditions
  10. <strong>Contact Support</strong>
    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
  11. Key Benefits:
  12. Q3 Product Update
  13. The world’s best scheduling software gets even better.
  14. The All-new Web Clipper
  15. Other Improvements
  16. What’s next?
  17. Product Approvals are engineered to streamline designer-client collaboration.
  18. Main Benefits Of Product Approvals
  19. Creating & Submitting Approval Requests
  20. Client Approval Process
  21. Tracking Approval Statuses and Feedback
  22. Essential Project Management Tips for Interior Designers
  23. 2. Develop a Detailed Project Plan
  24. 3. Use the Right Project Management Tools
  25. 4. Maintain Open Communication
  26. 5. Monitor Budgets Closely
  27. 6. Prioritize Time Management
  28. Conclusion: The Path to Successful Interior Design Projects
    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
  29. Support for ASID (American Society for Interior Design) members
    1. Try Programa Today
  30. Programa Invoices
    1. 30 August 2024
    2. 27 August 2024
    3. 22 August 2024
    4. 21 August 2024
    5. 20 August 2024
    6. 19 August 2024
    7. 16 August 2024
    8. 15 August 2024
    9. 13 November 2024
    10. 08 November 2024
    11. Trends You Can’t Ignore in 2025
    12. What is a Spec Sheet?
    13. The Power of Programa
    14. Flexible Design Features
    15. Ease of Use
    16. Cost Savings
    17. Increased Productivity
      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
    18. &nbsp;
  31. Chrome Finishes
  32. United Strangers by Satara
    1. Design For Behaviour
    2. 1. Don’t Light Everything
    3. 2. Design with Layers
    4. 3. Design for Looks
    5. 4. Design for Activity
    6. 5. Design with Control
      1. Why AKI chose Programa
      2. Why the Trade Portal matters
      3. A streamlined process, from inspiration to installation
      4. Start sourcing on the <a href="https://app.programa.design/trade_portal/main" target="_blank">Trade Portal</a>
    7. Challenges Faced by Designers in Procurement
    8. How designers can use Procurement Hub
    9. Built by and for designers
    10. With Programa’s Purchase Orders, you can:
    11. Task Management: Keeping Every Detail in Check
    12. Phases: Breaking Down Your Projects
    13. Combining Studio & Task Management for Optimal Workflow
    14. Getting Started: Setting Up Your Tasks & Phases
    15. Bringing it all together.
    16. Why Don’t Spreadsheets Suit The Needs Of Interior Designers?
    17. Enter Programa
    18. Clear and Precise Presentations
    19. Easier Management of Data
    20. Exports That Work The Way You Do
    21. Seamless Integration with Product Library
    22. Tailored PDF Exports
    23. Intuitive Schedule Navigation
    24. What’s New?
    25. Why Change?
    26. Key Enhancements
    27. Schedules: Organized and Up-to-Date Project Tracking
      1. Benefits:
    28. Pinboards: Visual Inspiration and Design Curation
    29. Canva Sharing: Collaborative and Seamless Presentation Integration
    30. Invoices: Simplified Financial Management and Transparency
    31. Client Dashboard Controls: Complete Access Management at Your Fingertips
      1. How the Client Dashboard Transforms Your Workflow
      2. Benefits of the Update
    32. Recognized for Excellence in Design Software
  33. How AI is revolutionising interior design workflows
  34. Real benefits for real interior design studios using AI
  35. AI in Interior design: From Concept to Implementation
  36. How Programa is Shaping the Future of Interior Design AI
  37. AI revolutionising interior design: The competitive advantage
  38. Interior designers, start embracing the future of AI now
    1. 13 June 2024
    2. 07 June 2024
    3. 06 June 2024
    4. 04 June 2024
      1. Getting Started with Shared Invoices
      2. Real-World Applications for Designers and Architects
      3. Key Benefits of the Shared Invoices Update
      4. Information about the Programa Payments Service
      5. The Programa Payments Service
      6. Getting or Activating a Payments Services Account
      7. Processing Transactions and Receiving Your Funds
      8. <strong>Termination and Other General Legal Terms</strong>
  39. 11 April 2024
    1. Highlight
    2. Other fixes
    3. What is FF&E in Interior Design?
    4. Why is FF&E Management Crucial?
    5. How Programa is Changing the FF&E Interior Design Software Game
    6. Why Programa Stands Out from Other FF&E Interior Design Software
    7. The Future of Interior Design with Programa
    8. 12 July 2024
    9. 09 July 2024
    10. 05 July 2024
    11. 04 July 2024
    12. 02 July 2024
    13. 01 July 2024
    14. 13 September 2024
    15. 11 September 2024
    16. 06 September 2024
    17. 05 September 2024
    18. 03 September 2024
    19. 02 September 2024
    20. The Issue
    21. The Result
    22. The Solution
    23. Get Started Today
    24. With Programa’s Client Dashboard, you can:
    25. Minimalise Misunderstandings, Maximalise Results
    26. Shared Schedules and Integration with Client Dashboard
    27. Collaboration between Designers and Clients
      1. Take Full Control of Client Access with Ease
      2. View and Manage Access
      3. Client Overview & Quick Access Controls
      4. File-Specific Filtering
  40. Offering Virtual Consultations and Collaborating with Others in the Industry
  41. Showcasing a Diverse Portfolio and Staying Ahead with Future Trends in Client Engagement Strategies
  42. Embracing the Evolution of Marketing for Interior Designers in 2025 and Beyond!
    1. Why Use Interior Design Client Proposal Templates?
    2. Key Components of an Interior Design Presentation Template
    3. Conclusion
    4. Recognising the Impact of Mood Boards in Design
    5. Elevate Your Mood Board Creation and Collaboration
    6. Leveraging Programa’s Pinboards Throughout the Project
      1. Hommeboys Interiors
      2. CUAIK | CDS
      3. AKI Design
      4. Meraki Design
      5. Nickolas Gurtler Design
      6. Mera Studio Architects
  43. The future of sales and marketing for A&D brands
    1. What sets Programa apart?
  44. 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. Support
  45. Streamlining the A&D industry – it’s about time.
    1. Traditional Quality with Modern Efficiency
    2. Collaboration: Orchestrating a Seamless Symphony
    3. Precision is crucial: Mitigating Errors
    4. All-encompassing Project Management
    5. A Library at Your Fingertips
    6. Conclusion: The Renaissance of Design
    7. Day 1: Time, profits & creative vision
    8. Day 1 Takeaway
    9. Day 2: Accuracy, visibility & staying out of your client’s inbox
    10. Day 2 Takeaway
  46. Why These Events Matter More Than Ever
  47. Where Innovation Meets Implementation In The States
  48. European Design Destinations: Where Dreams Take Shape
  49. Maximizing Your Event Experience
  50. Making It All Work Together
    1. 28 November 2024
    2. 27 November 2024
    3. 26 November 2024
    4. 20 November 2024
    5. 19 November 2024
    6. The impracticalities of using generic software
    7. Remove unnecessary stress and double handling with Programa:
    8. Instant Sharing, Seamless Collaboration
    9. Customisation at its Best
      1. How It Works
      2. Viewing Your Schedule
      3. Approving Products
      4. The Benefits of the Client Dashboard
    10. 30 May 2024
    11. 27 May 2024
    12. 24 May 2024
    13. 23 May 2024
    14. 16 May 2024
    15. 29 April 2024
    16. 24 April 2024
    17. 22 April 2024
  51. 16 April 2024
  52. 15 April 2024
  53. 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.