Last updated on April 12th, 2024 at 08:02 am
We’re all familiar with the expression, “time is money.” At Approved Sheet Metal, we constantly look for ways to expedite precision sheet metal fabrication services to help customers save time and money.
To put it simply. . . we want to get you your sheet metal parts lightning fast.
Quoting is one phase of the process where you can save substantial time. If you want to get in our work queue quickly and help expedite your project, upload your information and submit your project online using our digital RFQ form.
Table of Contents
- 1 How Digital Quoting Expedites Sheet Metal Fabrication Projects
- 2 How to Place your Order Online
- 3 Submitting a Digital RFQ for Sheet Metal Parts FAQ
- 3.0.1 Why should I use the digital RFQ form instead of emailing my project details?
- 3.0.2 Will submitting via email instead of the digital form affect my project’s timeline?
- 3.0.3 How does the digital quoting system help prevent missing project details?
- 3.0.4 Is there a risk of duplicate work when submitting through email?
- 3.0.5 How does using the digital RFQ form align with ASM’s commitment to speedy fabrication?
How Digital Quoting Expedites Sheet Metal Fabrication Projects
We receive RFQs via email often, and while we’re happy to communicate with you in that way, using our quoting software helps avoid friction points that can delay projects.
Let’s look at three reasons why using a digital RFQ is the way to go:
1. Prioritizes your project
Submitting a digital RFQ prioritizes your project and can even help you “jump the queue” ahead of customers who emailed their RFQ.
We’re not penalizing people who submit their quotes via email; it’s just the nature of automated software versus human employees. If you send an email, you have to wait until someone sees it. When you use our digital quoting system, our team gets an immediate notification that there’s a new project ready to go-and all the necessary information is already in the system.
Requesting a quote online means a faster start, which helps us get your precision sheet metal parts back to you quickly.
2. Eliminates duplicate work
All of the projects we work on at ASM get plugged into our digital system-it’s one of the ways we’re able to deliver on our promise of rapid sheet metal fabrication. When you submit your project via email, it won’t make it into our work queue until someone on our team reads the email and uploads the information.
A team member must download all of your files first, and then upload them individually. Once the file transfers are complete, they’ll confirm that your information is accurately represented in our system.
Even though our team has the process down to a science, it’s fairly slow going. In fact, transferring RFQ information from emails to a digital system is a full-time job at some sheet metal fabrication shops. When possible, it’s much more efficient to upload your information into our system right up front.
3. Ensures all details are included
We’ve carefully customized our online quoting software, so you are prompted to give us the information we need to have. Going through the process can help catch and capture important details that you might not have known to include, which can minimize time-consuming back and forth. Sometimes, it’s as simple as checking a box to let us know your project has ITAR requirements.
Since the system notifies our team immediately when a new job comes through, we can look to see if we’re missing any details right away and reach out quickly to get the necessary information.
We know these benefits might not seem like a big deal to you, but there are opportunities to save time (and money!) at every step of the manufacturing process-including the quoting stage. And for a shop with a strong sense of urgency, every second counts.
Speed is your priority, and it’s ours, too. Request a quote for our rapid sheet metal fabrication services and we’ll get back to you right away!
How to Place your Order Online
Submitting a Digital RFQ for Sheet Metal Parts FAQ
Why should I use the digital RFQ form instead of emailing my project details?
Using the digital RFQ form prioritizes your project by immediately integrating it into our system, often allowing it to jump ahead in the queue. Email submissions require manual processing and may experience delays until someone reviews and uploads the information.
Will submitting via email instead of the digital form affect my project’s timeline?
Projects submitted via email undergo a manual process of downloading and uploading information, potentially causing delays in entering our work queue. The digital form’s immediate integration expedites the start of your project, ensuring faster fabrication.
How does the digital quoting system help prevent missing project details?
Our online quoting system prompts for essential information, reducing the chance of overlooking critical project details. It minimizes back-and-forth communication by immediately flagging any missing information, enabling quick follow-ups to ensure a comprehensive understanding of your project’s requirements.
Is there a risk of duplicate work when submitting through email?
Yes, email submissions require manual data entry into our system, which can lead to duplication of efforts. Uploading via the digital form eliminates this by integrating your project directly, avoiding the need for manual data transfer.
How does using the digital RFQ form align with ASM’s commitment to speedy fabrication?
The digital RFQ form streamlines our process, aligning with our commitment to rapid sheet metal fabrication. Its immediate integration expedites project initiation, ensuring quicker turnaround times for precision sheet metal parts.