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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. The Trade Portal places your brand front and center before A&D professionals
  2. Your name in lights alongside some of the biggest in the industry
  3. Your dream clientele, actively procuring
  4. Working directly with Architects and Interior Designers
  5. Programa’s Trade Portal and high quality leads
  6. Addressing the Need for Flexible Project Management in a Global Context
  7. The Solution
  8. The Result
  9. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
  10. Introduction to Programa
  11. Getting Started Dashboard
  12. Schedules
  13. Client Dashboard
  14. Web Clipper
  15. Pinboards
  16. Project Management
  17. Address Book
  18. Invoicing
  19. Key Benefits:
  20. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
  21. Recognized for excellence in design software
  22. Designed for Designers
  23. Dedicated In-House Design Team
  24. A Commitment to Progress and Trust
  25. Discover the New Outdoor Range
  26. Start Sourcing GlobeWest Today
    1. Features
    2. Integrations & Sharing
    3. Upgrades
  27. 26 June 2024
  28. 19 June 2024
  29. 18 June 2024
  30. 17 June 2024
  31. Seamless Integration with Product Library
  32. Tailored PDF Exports
  33. Intuitive Schedule Navigation
  34. 2022
  35. 2023
  36. Purchase Orders
  37. What’s next?
  38. The Importance of a Strong Digital Presence
  39. Leveraging Social Media Engagement
  40. Implementing SEO Optimization Techniques
    1. Schedules: Organized and Up-to-Date Project Tracking
      1. Benefits:
    2. Pinboards: Visual Inspiration and Design Curation
    3. Canva Sharing: Collaborative and Seamless Presentation Integration
    4. Invoices: Simplified Financial Management and Transparency
    5. Client Dashboard Controls: Complete Access Management at Your Fingertips
      1. How the Client Dashboard Transforms Your Workflow
      2. Benefits of the Update
      3. Programa Interior Design Software: A Comprehensive Project Management and Collaboration Solution for Architects and Interior Designers
      4. User-friendly Interface and Tools for Seamless Project Management
      5. 1. Specification Management Command Center
      6. 2. Project Management Suite
      7. 3. Procurement & Financial Tools
      8. 4. Client Dashboard
      9. 5. Digital Design Libraries
      10. Why Programa Stands Out
      11. Fast-Track Your Setup
      12. The Future of FF&E Management
      13. Transform Your FF&E Management Today
    6. What is an Interior Design Quotation?
    7. Key Components of an Interior Design Quotation
    8. Interior Design Quotation Format and Free Template
    9. How Do You Create an Interior Design Quotation Quickly & Easily?
    10. Beyond the Proposal: Invoicing with Programa
    11. Start Your Project Proposals with Programa
    12. 30 August 2024
    13. 27 August 2024
    14. 22 August 2024
    15. 21 August 2024
    16. 20 August 2024
    17. 19 August 2024
    18. 16 August 2024
    19. 15 August 2024
      1. What’s New at Programa?
      2. Looking Ahead: Upcoming Features
      3. Pricing Update: Supporting Continuous Improvement
      4. Thank You for Being Part of the Programa Community
  41. What inspires your work, and how do you stay creatively motivated?
  42. What have been some of your favorite collaborations with big brands, and how did those partnerships come about?
  43. How did you land these partnerships - was it outreach, or did they come to you?
  44. As someone who is active on Instagram, how do you balance showcasing your work with building authentic connections with your audience?
  45. What has been the biggest challenge in marketing yourself, and how did you overcome it?
  46. You mentioned making content that's easy to produce - could you give an example of what that looks like in practice?
  47. If you had to name one type of content that's been easiest to stay consistent with, what would that be?
  48. What advice would you give to interior designers who are just starting out in marketing their businesses?
  49. What's next for your business? Are there any exciting projects or collaborations on the horizon?
    1. 29 April 2024
    2. 24 April 2024
    3. 22 April 2024
  50. 16 April 2024
  51. 15 April 2024
  52. 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.