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The World’s Leading Specification Software

Programa
Updated: 03 July 2024

Are you overwhelmed with the endless spreadsheets, documents, and software you use to manage your architectural or design projects? If you answered yes, then you’re not alone; hundreds of designers we surveyed while building Programa expressed the same thing as their number one frustration with technology in delivering projects. With advanced scheduling capabilities and real-time access to specifications and schedules, Programa ensures you, your team and your clients stay on top of your project’s progress.

Programa’s scheduling and specification features are seamlessly integrated across our tools, from idea to procurement, allowing you to focus on the tasks without requiring time-consuming data entry.

Find time to design again, without needless data entry.

Imagine organising all your project materials in one centralised location. Programa’s product library consolidates all your materials, fixtures, furniture (or whatever your specification needs) into one centralised location, providing easy access and reuse of specifications and other product information. You no longer need to spend hours sifting through multiple documents to find what you want. You can easily search by keyword, manufacturer or product name to find the information you need quickly and efficiently. Use the Web Clipper to add products from anywhere online to your project’s product schedule or your studio’s Product Library. Add custom specs and attachments like installation instructions for a complete overview of a product.

The Programa Product Library

Instant Sharing, Seamless Collaboration

Designs aren’t just about visuals; they’re also about communication. Programa understands this, which is why it’s made sharing your design concepts and specifications effortlessly easy. With just a click, access live views across mood boards, specifications, and other design aspects. These aren’t just any views; they’re dynamic, real-time, and designed to facilitate collaboration.

Whether it’s your design team, suppliers, tradespeople, or clients, everyone can have customised access to the project’s specifications and schedules. This means everyone is on the same page, making misunderstandings and miscommunications a relic of the past. In the age of remote work and global collaborations, Programa’s specification software proves to be an indispensable asset.

Presenting your design concepts and specifications professionally and with good design is essential for impressing clients and securing project and product approval. Share specifications in a click with Programa’s shareable live views across specification, mood boards and more. These features facilitate seamless collaboration with your team, suppliers, trades and clients by providing customisable, real-time access to project specifications and schedules. Programa’s specification software ensures smooth communication and lets all parties stay informed and aligned throughout the project. Make version control issues a thing of the past as Programa’s specification features guarantee seamless communication, keeping everyone informed and on the same page at all stages of the project.

Share always up-to-date, custom views of your projects and specifications.

Customisation at its Best

In the realm of design, individuality reigns supreme. Understanding the multifaceted demands of various design studios, Programa emerges as a dynamic tool rather than a static, one-size-fits-all solution. It celebrates the fact that each project, studio, and stakeholder group is unique, offering a plethora of customization features that allow you to fine-tune its functionalities to match your specific requirements.

With Programa, you’re in the driver’s seat. Whether you’re preparing a presentation for an initial client meeting, conducting a midpoint review, or preparing for a final project handover, the software ensures you present just the right amount of information, tailored to your audience. By giving you the power to control what your stakeholders view, Programa allows you to keep certain elements under wraps until you’re ready to unveil them, ensuring each phase of your project gets the spotlight it deserves.

Streamlined communication enables stress free creativity

For designers and architects aiming for perfection in every aspect of their projects, Programa’s specification software is a must-have. It offers a harmonious blend of functionality, flexibility, and finesse, ensuring your projects are presented impressively and managed efficiently. Embrace the future of design specifications by starting Programa free today.

Table of contents
  1. Schedules Update:
  2. Client Dashboard & Brag Stats
  3. Pinboards Update
  4. Web Clipper Update
  5. On the Horizon
  6. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
  7. Introduction to Programa
  8. Getting Started Dashboard
  9. Schedules
  10. Client Dashboard
  11. Web Clipper
  12. Pinboards
  13. Project Management
  14. Address Book
  15. Invoicing
  16. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
  17. Seamless Integration with Product Library
  18. Tailored PDF Exports
  19. Intuitive Schedule Navigation
  20. <strong>Principles for when you use the Services</strong>
  21. <strong>Implications for violating the User Guidelines</strong>
  22. <strong>Dangerous Content</strong>
  23. <strong>Deceptive Content</strong>
  24. <strong>Sensitive Content</strong>
  25. <strong>Illegal Content</strong>
    1. Introduction
    2. Why we have User Guidelines
    3. User Guidelines for what is strictly prohibited
    4. Rules for user-generated content
    5. How can I report an issue or get support?
    6. Programa Interior Design Software: A Comprehensive Project Management and Collaboration Solution for Architects and Interior Designers
    7. User-friendly Interface and Tools for Seamless Project Management
    8. Key Benefits:
    9. <strong>Why Programa is a Better Choice</strong>
    10. <strong>Easy Transition</strong>
    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. Recognized for Excellence in Design Software
    17. Simplify Your FF&E Selection Process
    18. Effortless Updates and Revisions
    19. Collaboration Made Easy
    20. Optimized Finishes Schedule Management
    21. The Future Of FF&E With Programa
      1. Information about how Programa handles your data
      2. Our Values<br />
      3. Why we process your information
      4. <br />Your rights over your information
      5. Where we transfer your information<br />
      6. How long do we retain your information
      7. Our use of advanced technologies<br />
      8. How we protect your information<br />
      9. How we use “cookies” and other tracking technologies<br />
      10. How you can reach us
      11. Types of data we collect and process<br />
      12. What Personal Data we receive<br />
      13. Retention
      14. Our purpose for using your personal data
      15. Disclosing your personal data<br />
      16. Changes to this Privacy Policy
      17. Additional Privacy Information for Brands & Suppliers<br />
      18. When and why we share your information with others
      19. Your rights over your information
      20. How long we retain your information
      21. Your customers’ information
      22. Additional Information about how we process data globally
      23. Processing data globally to fulfil our service obligations
      24. United States Regional Privacy Notice
      25. What information we collect and share about you
      26. Why we collect and share your Personal Information
      27. Sources of Personal Information
      28. How long we keep your information
    22. 14 May 2024
    23. 09 May 2024
    24. 03 May 2024
    25. 02 May 2024
    26. 30 May 2024
    27. 27 May 2024
    28. 24 May 2024
    29. 23 May 2024
    30. 16 May 2024
    31. Challenges Faced by Designers in Procurement
    32. How designers can use Procurement Hub
    33. Built by and for designers
    34. 29 April 2024
    35. 24 April 2024
    36. 22 April 2024
  26. 16 April 2024
  27. 15 April 2024
  28. Other updates
    1. Data Encryption in Transit and at Rest
    2. Security Controls
    3. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
    4. Monitoring and Breach Protocols
    5. Your IP is Yours, Forever
    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
    9. With Programa’s Purchase Orders, you can:
    10. Streamlining Complexities and Enhancing Collaboration
    11. Managing Multiple Projects with Conflicting Deadlines and Resourcing Needs
    12. Communicating with Clients, Contractors, and Suppliers
    13. Sourcing Materials and Products
    14. Resolving Conflicts and Addressing Challenges
    15. Streamlining Project Management with Programa’s Studio WIP: A Cross-Project Management Solution
    16. Enhancing Communication and Collaboration with Programa’s Client Dashboard
    17. Leveraging Programa’s Cloud-Based Specifications for Efficient Material and Product Sourcing
    18. Take Control of Your Studio Today
    19. 30 August 2024
    20. 27 August 2024
    21. 22 August 2024
    22. 21 August 2024
    23. 20 August 2024
    24. 19 August 2024
    25. 16 August 2024
    26. 15 August 2024
    27. Task Management: Keeping Every Detail in Check
    28. Phases: Breaking Down Your Projects
    29. Combining Studio & Task Management for Optimal Workflow
    30. Getting Started: Setting Up Your Tasks & Phases
    31. Bringing it all together.
      1. Task Management
      2. Phases
      3. Dynamic Views
      4. Prepare your Studio
      5. Key Changes
      6. Detailed Steps for Current Studio WIP Users
      7. Future Releases
      8. Support
    32. 26 June 2024
    33. 19 June 2024
    34. 18 June 2024
    35. 17 June 2024
    36. 14 August 2024
    37. 12 August 2024
    38. 13 August 2024
    39. 07 August 2024
    40. 08 August 2024
    41. 09 August 2024
    42. 05 August 2024
    43. 01 August 2024
    44. Why Time Tracking is Essential for Interior Designers
    45. How to Use Programa for Effective Time Tracking
    46. Tips for Maximizing Your Time Tracking Efforts
    47. The Complexities of Residential Interior Design
    48. Client Connectivity: Crafting Relationships and Spaces
    49. Project Prowess: Managing the Symphony of Tasks
  29. 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. Client Portal
    5. Client Communication
    6. Rebranding
    7. Client Testimonial
    8. Software Solution
    9. The Issue
    10. The Solution
    11. The Result
    12. Tasks: The Building Blocks of Effortless Studio Management
    13. Phases: Your Project's Roadmap to Success
    14. The Magic of Combining Tasks and Phases
    15. Getting Started is a Breeze
    16. 20 September 2024
    17. 19 September 2024
    18. 17 September 2024
    19. What’s New?
    20. Why Change?
    21. Key Enhancements
    22. What is FF&E in Interior Design?
    23. Why is FF&E Management Crucial?
    24. How Programa is Changing the FF&E Interior Design Software Game
    25. Why Programa Stands Out from Other FF&E Interior Design Software
    26. The Future of Interior Design with Programa
  30. Streamlining the A&D industry – it’s about time.
    1. Studio WIP
    2. What else is new?
    3. What’s coming in February?
    4. 13 June 2024
    5. 07 June 2024
    6. 06 June 2024
    7. 04 June 2024
    8. Instant Sharing, Seamless Collaboration
    9. Customisation at its Best
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Unlock efficiency and creativity in your design projects with Programa, the premier specification software updated on 20 March 2024. Say goodbye to the hassle of spreadsheets and disjointed documents. Programa is designed to streamline your architectural and interior design projects from conception to procurement. Featuring advanced scheduling, real-time access to specifications, and a centralized product library, it enables seamless collaboration and instant sharing across your team and clients. Discover how Programa transforms project management, allowing more time for design and less for data entry. Start your free trial today and experience stress-free project management tailored to the unique needs of designers and architects.