What is QuoteBuddy?
QuoteBuddy is a cloud-based quoting solution specifically designed for machine shops, job shops, and sheet-metal fabricators. This cutting-edge application analyzes technical drawings submitted in various formats such as PDF, PNG, or JPG, pulling out crucial information including dimensions, hole specifications, tolerances, materials, and classifications of parts. With machine configurations, material options, routing paths, hourly rates, and markups tailored to each shop, it effectively calculates both production timelines and costs. Estimators have the advantage of confirming the accuracy of the extracted data, adjusting pricing parameters as needed, and generating a professional PDF quotation for clients. The system supports workflows for CNC milling and turning processes, as well as cutting techniques like laser, waterjet, or plasma for metal fabrication. Aimed at shop owners, estimators, sales representatives, and technical staff who handle quotes based on customer drawings, QuoteBuddy simplifies the quoting process significantly. Users can start with a free plan that provides unlimited AI-assisted quotes for the first month, after which the limit decreases to three quotes per month. For users who require a higher volume of quotes, paid monthly subscriptions start at €149, enabling up to 100 quotations each month, with a discount of around 17% available through annual payments. Additionally, the platform’s intuitive design and extensive features position it as an essential tool for businesses looking to improve their quoting processes and increase overall efficiency in their operations. By streamlining this crucial aspect of production, QuoteBuddy helps businesses save time and reduce errors in their quoting efforts.