What small workflow improvements would you like to see in the future?

[Jonopen]

Maybe a Selected Object Properties Panel?

Any attributes I have assigned to an object... may it be the fill, transparency,, shadow etc... easily accessed without having to go into the specific tool to change it again.

I've been thinking about this and here's my interpretation of your idea. I'm sure other experienced users can enhance it further (or sensibly pooh-pooh it!).

Apart from (1) the additional icon for Smart transform, which I really shouldn't be hidden away as a right click option, and (2) ensuring all SmartShape / QuickShape options always have the option to enter their adjustment values