DesignSmart

DesignSmart is a software solution designed to assist professionals in the design industry with project management, client satisfaction, and workflow efficiency. According to the vendor, DesignSmart offers a range of features to streamline proposal creation, image management, purchase orders, invoices, specifications, time tracking, order tracking, task tracking, and more. This solution is suitable for companies of various sizes, from small firms to larger enterprises. DesignSmart caters to interior designers, architects, home stagers, furniture retailers, and design consultants.

Key Features

Proposals: According to the vendor, users can create visually appealing proposals with the option to hide component pricing when necessary.

Images: Users can store multiple images for each item, and the vendor claims that DesignSmart allows for image cropping, rotation, and annotation. Users can also choose from a selection of 15 page layout formats for presenting the images.

Purchase Orders: The vendor states that DesignSmart enables users to create purchase orders that include images, customized notes, and PDFs of technical drawings or vendor quotes. This feature aims to streamline the procurement process.

Invoices: Users can create invoices with images and apply client deposits, and according to the vendor, DesignSmart provides the option to hide component pricing on invoices when needed.

Specifications: DesignSmart allows users to create comprehensive specifications and cut sheets, providing a centralized location for all project-related information, as claimed by the vendor.

Screen Clipper: According to the vendor, DesignSmart includes a screen clipper feature that allows users to grab item details and images directly from websites, streamlining the process of gathering information from external sources.

Mood Boards: DesignSmart provides a feature for creating mood boards and client presentations. Users can compile images, colors, textures, and other design elements to showcase their vision, according to the vendor.

Time Tracking: Users can efficiently manage and bill for time using DesignSmart's time tracking feature, which includes single or weekly timesheets, aiming to ensure accurate tracking and billing, as claimed by the vendor.

Order Tracking: DesignSmart allows users to monitor shipments and receive alerts when they are late, according to the vendor. This feature aims to help users stay on top of their orders and ensure timely delivery.

Product Library: DesignSmart offers a product library feature that allows users to specify existing products, simplifying the specification process. Users can easily access and reference product information when creating proposals or specifications, according to the vendor.