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Quote-to-Contract Workflow

Understand how quotes flow through approval to become contracts and active projects. Learn the differences between quotes, contracts, projects, and work orders.

DraftSentAccepted → ProjectRejectedRevised → Sentresubmit cycle
Quote state machine: every transition you can take from each state.

The Complete Workflow

From client inquiry to project completion - how every piece fits together

Step 1: Client Submits Work Order

Clients post detailed project requests on the job board or submit via embed forms on your website.

  • Include project scope, location, timeline, and budget expectations
  • Upload photos, plans, and specifications for clarity
  • AI analyzes description and prepares for quote generation

Step 2: Contractor Generates Quote

Browse available work orders and use AI to generate accurate quotes from your pricing templates.

  • Filter by location, trade, and project type
  • AI matches work order to your pricing templates automatically
  • Review and adjust line items, quantities, and pricing as needed

Step 3: Quote Review & Submission

Submit professional quotes to clients with transparent pricing and clear terms.

  • Include detailed line items with labor, materials, and markup
  • Add custom items or adjust quantities for accuracy
  • Submit with professional formatting and terms

Step 4: Client Approval

Clients review quotes and can approve, reject, or request modifications.

  • Clients see transparent pricing breakdown
  • Can request revisions or clarifications
  • Approval creates contract and activates project

Step 5: Contract & Project Creation

Approved quotes automatically generate contracts and activate projects for execution.

  • Contract created with binding terms and payment schedule
  • Project activated with full contractor access
  • Work orders created and assigned to team members

Key Differences Explained

Understanding the relationship between quotes, contracts, projects, and work orders

Quote

Pricing proposal sent to clients

Status Flow

Draft → Sent → Approved/Rejected

Purpose

Get client buy-in on pricing

Contract

Legal agreement between parties

Status Flow

Signed (auto-created on approval)

Purpose

Bind parties legally with terms

Project

Active workspace for work execution

Status Flow

Draft → Active → Completed

Purpose

Track progress, photos, and completion

Work Order

Specific task within a project

Status Flow

Pending → In Progress → Completed

Purpose

Break projects into assignable tasks

Ready to Get Started?

Set up your pricing templates and start generating quotes automatically.