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Release Notes - End of April 2024

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Programa
Updated: 06 May 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

 

Technical

  • Reference secret instead of cfn output

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

 

Technical Updates and Programa for Brands

  • Work to upgrade Hotwire Turbo and fix W3C FORM compliance for schedule section
  • Correct timestamp format for archived leads
  • Update Stripe price IDs in seeds to latest test prices
  • Add locators for scheduleFinancial spec
  • 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
  • Remove Project page loading spinner when DOM is ready
  • Deprecate FetchLeads in favour of ProspectCarrier
  • Additional test coverage for new functionality.
  • Add more logging to Webhook::StripeController
  • Ensuring retrieval of existing product option values return the same data type for brand CSV import
  • Updates to stripe webhook interactors

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

Technical

  • Mutation flow refactor: split into interactors with single responsibility and simplify
  • Added userflow configuration

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

Technical:

  • Remove unused stimulus controller
  • Changes to questions asked during the Designer signup process.
  • Fix argument error when re-sending supplier invitation
  • Fix attribute type for product_import_job admin view
  • Tech debt to separate the partials that are used in
Table of contents
  1. Recognising the Impact of Mood Boards in Design
  2. Elevate Your Mood Board Creation and Collaboration
  3. Leveraging Programa’s Pinboards Throughout the Project
  4. Interior Design Software For Professional Interior Designers
  5. <strong>1. Get clear on your offering.</strong>
  6. <strong>2. Know who you want to work with.</strong>
  7. <strong>3. Don’t compare yourself to others.</strong>
  8. <strong>4. Set clear boundaries.</strong>
  9. <strong>5. Learn to say no.</strong>
  10. <strong>6. Follow systems and processes.</strong>
  11. <strong>7. Get help.</strong>
    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. 1. Schedules
    7. 2. Project Management
    8. 3. Client Dashboard
    9. 4. Pinboards
    10. 5. Financials View
    11. Instant Sharing, Seamless Collaboration
    12. Customisation at its Best
    13. The Importance of Project Management in Interior Design
    14. Tips for Becoming a Better Interior Designer
    15. Real-World Examples of Successful Project Management in Interior Design
    16. Simplify Your FF&E Selection Process
    17. Effortless Updates and Revisions
    18. Collaboration Made Easy
    19. Optimized Finishes Schedule Management
    20. The Future Of FF&E With Programa
    21. Client Portal
    22. Client Communication
    23. Rebranding
    24. Client Testimonial
    25. Software Solution
    26. Seamless Integration with Product Library
    27. Tailored PDF Exports
    28. Intuitive Schedule Navigation
    29. What is a Spec Sheet?
    30. The Power of Programa
    31. Flexible Design Features
    32. Ease of Use
    33. Cost Savings
    34. Increased Productivity
    35. The Trade Portal places your brand front and center before A&D professionals
    36. Your name in lights alongside some of the biggest in the industry
    37. Your dream clientele, actively procuring
    38. Working directly with Architects and Interior Designers
    39. Programa’s Trade Portal and high quality leads
    40. Traditional Quality with Modern Efficiency
    41. Collaboration: Orchestrating a Seamless Symphony
    42. Precision is crucial: Mitigating Errors
    43. All-encompassing Project Management
    44. A Library at Your Fingertips
    45. Conclusion: The Renaissance of Design
    46. What’s New?
    47. Why Change?
    48. Key Enhancements
    49. Beanbags: Where Comfort Meets Elegance
    50. Serving Trays: Functional Elegance
    51. Lights: Illuminating Ambiance
    52. Why Invest in a Design Process?
    53. Crafting Your Unique Process
    54. Unlock Your Potential with The Design Coach
      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
      3. Explore our latest ‘Made with Programa’ as Shona McElroy of SMAC Studio discusses “Introspection,” detailing the challenges, workflow, and the pivotal role Programa played from concept to completion.
    55. About Programa’s Privacy Policy
    56. What information does Programa collect?
      1. &nbsp;
      2. Information Provided to Programa
      3. Information Collected Automatically
      4. E-mail and Other Communications
      5. Sharing Information
      6. Security
      7. Right to Erasure
  12. Programa Invoices
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    3. 02 May 2024
    4. 29 April 2024
    5. 24 April 2024
    6. 22 April 2024
  13. April 16 2024
  14. 15 April 2024
  15. Other updates
  16. 11 April 2024
  17. <strong>09 April 2024</strong>
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  18. 16 April 2024
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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.