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Estimating and quoting

Automatically generates accurate service estimates and quotes by pulling customer history, calculating pricing based on parts/labor, and delivering professional quotes to customers within minutes of service request.

Workflow Trigger

Customer submits service request through online booking or phone call requiring estimate

Visual Flow

Each node represents an automated step. Connections show how data and decisions move through the workflow.

Step-by-Step Breakdown

Detailed explanation of each automated stage in the workflow.

  1. 1
    Trigger

    Service request received

    Customer submits a service request through online booking form, phone call, or mobile app requiring an estimate. System captures job details, location, and urgency level.

  2. 2
    Action

    Pull customer history

    System retrieves existing customer data including previous service records, equipment details, warranty status, and pricing history. New customers are flagged for additional verification.

  3. 3
    Decision

    Determine estimate complexity

    Workflow branches based on job complexity - simple repairs use automated pricing while complex installations require technician assessment. Decision made using job type, equipment age, and historical data.

  4. 4
    Action

    Calculate pricing automatically

    For standard jobs, system pulls current parts pricing, applies labor rates based on job complexity and technician skill level. Includes markup calculations and any applicable discounts.

  5. 5
    Action

    Generate professional quote

    System creates branded PDF quote with itemized pricing, warranty information, payment terms, and service timeline. Includes photos of similar completed work and customer testimonials.

  6. 6
    Action

    Deliver quote to customer

    Quote is automatically sent via customer's preferred communication method (email, SMS, or customer portal) with online acceptance options. Follow-up reminders are scheduled if no response received.

  7. 7
    Output

    Track quote performance

    System logs quote delivery, customer response time, acceptance rate, and schedules follow-up actions. Analytics are updated for pricing optimization and conversion tracking.

Outputs

  • Professional branded quote delivered to customer
  • Customer acceptance tracking initiated
  • Job scheduled if quote accepted

Key Metrics

  • Quote-to-job conversion rate
  • Average quote response time
  • Pricing accuracy vs actual job cost
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