Create a new quote
Goal
To create a new quote in the Propeller backoffice, enabling you to provide potential customers with detailed pricing information and conditions for products or services. This ensures a smooth and professional quoting process.
Step 1: Navigate to the Sales Portal
- From the backoffice menu, select Sales and then Quotes.
- The Quotes List will display existing quotes, showing details such as Quote Number, Company, Status, Total (€), and Date Created.
Step 2: Click on ‘New Quote’
- At the top of the Quotes List, click the New Quote button.
- A new screen titled Draft New Quote will appear with sections for Details, Product List, Source, Remarks, Shipping, and Financial.
Step 3: Fill in Quote Details
- In the
Details
section:
- Quote for:
- Select Company: Choose the company placing the quote from the dropdown.
- Select Contact: Select the contact person associated with the company.
- Ensure all necessary information about the customer is correctly filled in.
Step 4: Add Products to the Quote
- In the
Product List
section:
- Use the
Add Products by Code
feature to search and add products by SKU. - Alternatively, browse the product list to select items via
Add multiple products
. - For each product, confirm the following details:
- Type, SKU, Name, and Supplier.
- Quantity: Specify the desired quantity.
- Sales Price (unit): Verify the customer-specific sales price.
- Total (€): Ensure the total is calculated based on quantity and discounts.
- Apply any necessary discounts or adjustments as required
Step 5: Specify the Source
- In the
Source
section:
- Indicate the order source (e.g., Webshop, Quotation).
Step 6: Add Remarks
- In the
Remarks
section:
- Include any special instructions, notes, or additional conditions for the quote.
Step 7: Configure Shipping Details
- In the
Shipping
section:
- Select the shipping method.
- Select pickup location or carrier (if applicable).
- Confirm or update the expected delivery date.
- Choose if partial delivery is allowed or not.
Step 8: Finalize Financial Details
- In the
Financial
section:
- Choose payment method and payment status (if applicable).
Step 9: Save the Quote
- Once all details are complete, click
Save
to create the quote as a draft. - The quote will now appear in the
Quotes List
with a status ofDraft Quotation
.
Best Practices
- Accurate Details: Double-check customer information, product details, and pricing before saving.
- Draft and Review: Save quotes as drafts initially to allow for internal review before sending to the customer.
- Keep Notes: Use the Remarks section to record any non-standard conditions or customer-specific requirements.
- Track Source: Always specify the source for easier reporting and tracking of quote origins.
- Regular Updates: Periodically review draft quotes to ensure they are sent promptly or updated as needed.