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Release Notes - End of September 2024

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Updated: 03 October 2024

30 September 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fix for the total cost calculation in Schedules.
  • Better handling of crop tool in Schedules, especially those with large lists of Products.
  • Fix for where Tasks now disappear from the board when deleted.
  • Fixed issue where image uploads were failing on Project Settings page
  • Phase dropdown in Tasks now scrolls (if you had that many phases!)
  • Fix for issue where Task target dates weren't saving properly.
  • NEW ability to SORT tasks by due date

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon) Improvements and finalisation of new search, results page, and loading.
  • (Coming soon) More work on filters
  • Fixed an issue in Leads/Quote Requests if the Designer's studio image was missing.
  • (Coming soon) Better product suggestions.

25 September 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Fixed an issue on the Getting Started page
  • Placeholder icons in Invoicing for some upcoming changes
  • Fixed issue with deleted projects and time entry filtering.
  • Fixed an issue with permissions for Studio members.

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon) Work on new carousel showcase feature in trade portal
  • (Coming soon) Work on new Searching within Trade Portal
  • (Coming soon) Improved reliability of search terms in new Search
  • NEW Capability to export product data for bulk editing and re-upload

20 September 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • (Coming soon) Integration with third party presentation software

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon) Tweaks for trending products
  • (Coming soon) New category navigation
  • (Coming soon) Speed and performance improvements to filtering

19 September 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • Improved number translation when importing
  • Improved backend handling of invoices
  • Fixed an issue that hindered users from adding new products to their product libraries from the Schedule.
  • (Coming soon) Bank Transfer payment option
  • Fixed button that upgrades account
  • Improved sync with accounting third party software.

 

Program for Brands

  • (Coming soon) Carousel spotlight management feature
  • (Coming soon) Persistent filters when sorting
  • (Coming soon) New component for trending products

17 September 2024

 

Programa for Designers

  • (NEW) Ability to filter tasks by due date status, including overdue, due soon, and no due date.
  • Work on third party integrations
  • More work on Project Management filters

 

Programa for Brands

  • (Coming soon) New filters for the Trade Portal
  • (Coming soon) New category and subcategory pages
Table of contents
  1. What is the ‘Hidden’ Status?
  2. Use Case: Building a Custom Product
  3. Simplifying Financials with Hidden Status
  4. Reusing and Grouping Components
  5. What is FF&E in Interior Design?
  6. Why is FF&E Management Crucial?
  7. How Programa is Changing the FF&E Interior Design Software Game
  8. Why Programa Stands Out from Other FF&E Interior Design Software
  9. The Future of Interior Design with Programa
  10. Client Portal
  11. Client Communication
  12. Rebranding
  13. Client Testimonial
  14. Software Solution
  15. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
  16. Interior Design & Architecture Software For Professional Interior Designers & Architects
  17. Task Management: Keeping Every Detail in Check
  18. Phases: Breaking Down Your Projects
  19. Combining Studio & Task Management for Optimal Workflow
  20. Getting Started: Setting Up Your Tasks & Phases
  21. Bringing it all together.
  22. What is a Spec Sheet?
  23. The Power of Programa
  24. Flexible Design Features
  25. Ease of Use
  26. Cost Savings
  27. Increased Productivity
  28. 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
  29. <strong>Contact Support</strong>
  30. 30 September 2024
  31. 25 September 2024
  32. 20 September 2024
  33. 19 September 2024
  34. 17 September 2024
  35. Board View:
  36. List View:
  37. Timeline View:
  38. Seamless Integration for Holistic Project Management
  39. 13 September 2024
  40. 11 September 2024
  41. 06 September 2024
  42. 05 September 2024
  43. 03 September 2024
  44. 02 September 2024
  45. 11 October 2024
  46. 10 October 2024
  47. 07 October 2024
  48. 03 October 2024
  49. 02 October 2024
  50. Why These Events Matter More Than Ever
  51. Where Innovation Meets Implementation In The States
  52. European Design Destinations: Where Dreams Take Shape
  53. Maximizing Your Event Experience
  54. Making It All Work Together
    1. Take Full Control of Client Access with Ease
    2. View and Manage Access
    3. Client Overview & Quick Access Controls
    4. File-Specific Filtering
    5. Benefits of the Update
    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. 1. Don’t Light Everything
    9. 2. Design with Layers
    10. 3. Design for Looks
    11. 4. Design for Activity
    12. 5. Design with Control
    13. 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.
      1. The Hidden Cost of Chaos
      2. Enter the Digital Design Revolution
      3. Master Your Design Universe
      4. Design Intelligence at Work
      5. The Feedback Doesn't Lie
      6. Beyond Organization: Empowering Creativity
      7. A Day in the Life with Programa
      8. The Future of Interior Design is Here
  55. Programa Invoices
    1. 29 April 2024
    2. 24 April 2024
    3. 22 April 2024
  56. 16 April 2024
  57. 15 April 2024
  58. Other updates
  59. Support for ASID (American Society for Interior Design) members
    1. The End of Creative Interruption
    2. Where Inspiration Meets Intelligence
  60. 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. Discover the artistry beneath your feet with WOODCUT's Premium Ash Collection – the foundation of exquisite interiors.
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    9. Why Choose WOODCUT’s Premium Ash Collection?
    10. Simplify Your FF&E Selection Process
    11. Effortless Updates and Revisions
    12. Collaboration Made Easy
    13. Optimized Finishes Schedule Management
    14. The Future Of FF&E With Programa
    15. Why Time Tracking is Essential for Interior Designers
    16. How to Use Programa for Effective Time Tracking
    17. Tips for Maximizing Your Time Tracking Efforts
    18. 28 November 2024
    19. 27 November 2024
    20. 26 November 2024
    21. 20 November 2024
    22. 19 November 2024
    23. The Issue
    24. The Result
    25. The Solution
    26. Latest Updates
    27. Fixed Image Layouts
    28. Web Clipper Scraper
    29. Hyperlinked URLs
    30. Improved Notes Visibility in Presentation Mode
    31. Pinboards & Client Dashboard Integration
    32. Challenges Faced by Designers in Procurement
    33. How designers can use Procurement Hub
    34. Built by and for designers
    35. The Importance of Project Management in Interior Design
    36. Tips for Becoming a Better Interior Designer
    37. Real-World Examples of Successful Project Management in Interior Design
      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
      10. A Note from Zoe
    38. Join the Future of Design
    39. Exclusive bonus when you attend live:
    40. Product Approvals are engineered to streamline designer-client collaboration.
    41. Main Benefits Of Product Approvals
    42. Creating & Submitting Approval Requests
    43. Client Approval Process
    44. Tracking Approval Statuses and Feedback
      1. The Beautiful Yet Brutal Reality
      2. The Normalised Struggle
      3. Imagining a Different Way
    45. What were the small signs of dysfunction in your old systems that you ignored for too long?
    46. Rebuilding the Studio Operating System
      1. Features
      2. Integrations & Sharing
      3. Upgrades
  61. A Heritage Rooted in Excellence
  62. Collaborative Design Philosophy
  63. Global Reach, Local Heart
  64. Investment in Narrative
    1. <strong>Small-Batch Ceramics With Lasting Impact</strong>
    2. <strong>Artisanal Craftsmanship and Timeless Techniques</strong>
    3. Design Philosophy Rooted in Simplicity and Harmony
    4. The Studio Enti Way
  65. Discover the future of sourcing and specification within Programa
  66. The marketplace made for designers and suppliers
  67. 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
  68. Why designers love this
    1. Start using Trade Portal 2.0
      1. Support
  69. The Importance of a Strong Digital Presence
  70. Leveraging Social Media Engagement
  71. Implementing SEO Optimization Techniques
    1. Getting Started Dashboard
    2. Schedules
    3. Client Dashboard
    4. Web Clipper
    5. Pinboards
    6. Project Management
    7. Invoicing
    8. Address Book
    9. Trade Portal
    10. Trends You Can’t Ignore in 2025
  72. How to Connect with Your Ideal Clients
  73. Choosing the Right Marketing Channels
  74. How to Differentiate Yourself
  75. Leveraging Relationships to Stand Out
    1. Master your time, profits, and creative vision with Programa
    2. Why attend this US focused Programa webinar?
    3. Template mastery: your secret weapon for scalability
    4. How to create your project management ecosystem
    5. Packaged design service: Transform how clients see your value
    6. The power of a Product Library
    7. Project template showcase: the design package
    8. Programa: Powerful tools
      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
      5. Hommeboys Interiors
      6. CUAIK | CDS
      7. AKI Design
      8. Meraki Design
      9. Nickolas Gurtler Design
      10. Mera Studio Architects
    9. Schedules: Organized and Up-to-Date Project Tracking
      1. Benefits:
    10. Pinboards: Visual Inspiration and Design Curation
    11. Canva Sharing: Collaborative and Seamless Presentation Integration
    12. Invoices: Simplified Financial Management and Transparency
    13. Client Dashboard Controls: Complete Access Management at Your Fingertips
      1. How the Client Dashboard Transforms Your Workflow
      2. Redesigning Industry Workflows
      3. Moving Beyond Spreadsheets
      4. Industry-Specific Features
      5. Better Client Communications
      6. Try Programa Today
    14. ⼻ From concept to final delivery
  76. Managing your interior design business with clarity—and profit
    1. Ideal for:
  77. Programa’s design studio workshop—Live with ASID Illinois at NeoCon
  78. Are you managing your interior design projects—or are they managing you?
  79. 1. Audit your services and workflows
  80. 2. Create custom templates inside Programa
  81. 3. Package your services like products
  82. 4. Centralise your product information
  83. 5. Use your software to manage interior design clients
  84. Key takeaways from “Profitability by Design”
  85. Programa is the operating system for your design studio
  86. Essential Project Management Tips for Interior Designers
  87. 2. Develop a Detailed Project Plan
  88. 3. Use the Right Project Management Tools
  89. 4. Maintain Open Communication
  90. 5. Monitor Budgets Closely
  91. 6. Prioritize Time Management
  92. Conclusion: The Path to Successful Interior Design Projects
    1. Information about the Programa Payments Service
    2. The Programa Payments Service
    3. Getting or Activating a Payments Services Account
    4. Processing Transactions and Receiving Your Funds
    5. <strong>Termination and Other General Legal Terms</strong>
    6. Advice for other small studios
    7. 12 July 2024
    8. 09 July 2024
    9. 05 July 2024
    10. 04 July 2024
    11. 02 July 2024
    12. 01 July 2024

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Keep pace with the dynamic evolution of our Programa platform through our comprehensive Release Notes for September 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.