Having worked in CNC turning quoting for 25 years, we have reviewed thousands of quotes. Some quotes look low at first glance but result in a shockingly high final bill; others seem high but actually save money in the long run. Eight out of ten buyers have fallen into the following five pitfalls.
Article Outline
A True Story
Pitfall 1: Material Utilization—“Quoted Low, Used High”
Pitfall 2: Inspection Fees—“Per Piece or Per Batch?”
Pitfall 3: Surface Treatment—“Unit Price Is More Deceptive Than Total Price”
Pitfall 4: Packaging and Shipping—“The Final Margin”
Pitfall 5: The Inventory Costs Hidden Behind Minimum Order Quantities
A Quote Checklist
Two Final Pieces of Honest Advice