Trade Portal 2.0 Update

Discover the future of sourcing and specification within Programa

With the Trade Portal 2.0, we’ve created a faster, smarter, and more seamless way to source, specify, and connect with leading brands—all while working on your projects in Programa.

Whether you're sourcing products for a high-end residential project or managing schedules for a commercial space, the Trade Portal 2.0 is here to simplify your workflow and broaden your scope.

The Trade Marketplace Made For Designers And Suppliers

We understand the challenges designers face in sourcing the perfect products for their projects.

• Time Constraints - Tight deadlines and project milestones mean every minute counts.
• Discovery Needs - Finding the right product or exploring new trends can take hours.
• Streamlined Collaboration - Coordinating with suppliers and clients should be seamless and much more efficient.

That’s why we’ve reimagined the Trade Portal—to provide you with a central hub that meets these needs and more.

What’s New. Trade Portal 2.0?

We’ve upgraded every aspect of the Trade Portal to deliver a streamlined, more intuitive experience. Here are the standout features you can explore.

A Sleek New Look and Feel

The first thing you’ll notice on the Trade Portal upgrade is the modern, refreshed design enabling discovery and simple sourcing.

• Public & Private Access - Explore curated collections with while logged in or logged out of Programa. Giving you options for public inspiration or private team collaboration.
• Infinite Scrolling - Browse products without interruptions for a smoother, more immersive experience. Just keep scrolling.
• Brand Highlights - Discover the immersive video carousels featured brands and product collections with visually curated content.

Experience a design-first interface built to inspire and streamline your workflow.

Find Exactly What You Need

Say goodbye to endless searching. With our advanced product search and filtering options, you can pinpoint the perfect product in seconds.

• Filter by Key Attributes - Narrow results by brand, price, colour, material, finish, and lead time.
• Search Modal - Click on the search bar for an intuitive, interactive product search at the top or in the interactive search modal. Also when searching for a product from within your schedule you have access to the entire Trade Portal marketplace.
• Trending Products & Categories - Stay inspired by discovering what’s popular in the design community, from most popular products to automatically suggested search based on what you type.

Need a premium timber flooring option available within two weeks? No problem. Advanced Product Search delivers what you need, when you need it.

Collections Define Your Vision

As a designer, your curated style is more than just an aesthetic—it's your professional signature that attracts clients and sets you apart in the industry.

With Collections, you can create a capsule of your design vision, creating, sharing, and showcasing your favourite products in ways that amplify your brand and aesthetic.

• Private Collections - Collaborate efficiently within your team by organising approved products and brands into cohesive collections. Use them as style guides for internal alignment or as visual tools to secure stakeholder and client approvals.
• Public Collections - Showcase your expertise and design style to a broader audience. Inspire potential clients, promote your services, or share your favourite product selections and completed work publicly to establish your authority in the design community.

From creating inspiration boards to gaining new clients, Collections is not just a tool—it’s an extension of your brand and a pathway to elevate your design business.

See a sample collection

Tailored To Your Needs

Discover products that fit seamlessly into your current projects with personalised 'smart' recommendations.

• Schedule and Product Library Integration - Save valuable time as the Trade Portal suggests products similar to those already in your schedules or product library—no searching required.
• Programa Selects - Explore curated collections of trending and top-quality products, handpicked to inspire and complement your designs.
• Brand Recommendations - Looking for alternatives or to explore new collections? The recommendation engine identifies similar brands to those you already work with, offering you more choices and flexibility.

With Trade Portal 2.0’s intelligent features, focus on creating exceptional designs while we handle the heavy lifting.

Why Designers Love This

Here’s how the Trade Portal 2.0 will transform the way designers and suppliers work together.

• Efficiency - Save time with advanced search and tailored recommendations.
• Inspiration - Discover new products, brands and trends effortlessly.
• Collaboration - Seamlessly share ideas and manage specifications across teams and projects.
• Connection - Engage directly with suppliers to streamline inquiries and quotes. Add new suppliers directly to your address book and deal with the right Rep for your account.

Start Using Trade Portal 2.0

Whether you’re an experienced user in the Trade Portal or new to Programa, getting started is as easy as curating your Pinterest board.

1. Log In to Programa to explore the Trade Portal under your product library.
2. Browse or search for products by browsing collections, exploring advanced search, or using recommendations.
3. Save your favourites into curated collections for seamless project integration.
4. Refer your Suppliers to sign up to the Trade Portal, help them to sync all their products into Programa and you'll never have to manually specify again.

Not a user yet? Sign up, to unlock the access to Trade Portal 2.0. Only available for Australia and New Zealand Projects currently.

Support

We have support on standby to assist you, so feel free to reach out via chat. If you encounter any issues or feel overwhelmed, we can revert you to the current normal experience.

Thank you for your participation and valuable feedback. This is just the beginning, and your insights will help us refine and improve our Project Management tools.

For detailed guides and support, please refer to the links provided or contact our support team at team@programa.design.