Introduction
In the world of business, making the right procurement decisions can be the difference between profit and loss. Empress features a valuable tool known as the Supplier Quotation Comparison that helps businesses make informed purchasing decisions. This feature allows users to compare quotations from different suppliers, ensuring that you get the best value for your money. It is designed to help you keep track of, sort, and analyze the quotations you receive from various suppliers, making the process of procurement much easier and efficient.
Primary Function and Benefits
The Supplier Quotation Comparison feature serves as a powerful tool for businesses to:
- Get a comprehensive overview of quotations from different suppliers
- Easily sort and filter quotations based on various criteria
- Track changes in quotations over time
- Make informed procurement decisions
This feature is particularly useful for businesses that deal with multiple suppliers, as it allows users to quickly and easily compare various aspects of different quotations, such as price, delivery time, and quality.
How to Use the Supplier Quotation Comparison Feature
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Viewing Quotations
- Navigate to the ‘Buying’ module in Empress.
- Select the ‘Supplier Quotation Comparison’ report.
- Here, you will see a list of all the quotations from different suppliers.
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Editing and Sorting Quotations
- To sort the quotations, click on the header of the column you wish to sort by. This could be ‘Price’, ‘Delivery Time’, etc.
- To edit a quotation, simply click on it and make the necessary changes.
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Tracking Changes
- The ‘Supplier Quotation Comparison’ feature also allows you to track changes in quotations over time. This can be done by selecting a quotation and clicking on the ‘Track Changes’ option.
User Roles and Permissions
The Supplier Quotation Comparison feature can be accessed by the following user roles:
- Manufacturing Manager
- Purchase Manager
- Purchase User
- Stock User
These roles have the permission to view, edit, sort, and track changes in the supplier quotations.
Conclusion
The Supplier Quotation Comparison feature in Empress simplifies the procurement process by allowing businesses to efficiently compare quotations from different suppliers. It allows for easy tracking and sorting of quotations, making it easier for businesses to make informed purchasing decisions.
For further assistance, please refer to the Empress User Guide or reach out to our Support Team.