> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.chemcloud.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Compare Quotes

> Review and compare quotes from multiple suppliers side by side.

# Compare Quotes

When quotes come back from your suppliers, ChemCloud lets you compare them side by side in one view. No more switching between emails or copying prices into a spreadsheet.

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## What You Can Compare

The comparison view shows all quotes for a request, with key fields at a glance:

| Field               | Description                         |
| ------------------- | ----------------------------------- |
| **Supplier**        | Who provided the quote              |
| **Price**           | Unit price and currency             |
| **Total**           | Total cost for the requested volume |
| **Lead Time / ETA** | When the material would arrive      |
| **Number of Packs** | Pack quantity offered               |
| **Request Type**    | Spot purchase or blanket order      |
| **Terms**           | Payment terms, if provided          |

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## Selecting a Quote

Once you've reviewed the options, select the quote you want to proceed with. The purchase flow takes you through four steps:

1. **Check the volume** — confirm the quantity is correct
2. **Review the terms** — check payment and delivery terms
3. **Add the required-by date** — set when you need the material, plus any comments (these flow through to the purchase order)
4. **Review and confirm** — check the details and review automations, including the option to notify unsuccessful suppliers

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## AI-Assisted Comparison

You can also ask the AI to help with your comparison. Open the AI Chat (**Cmd+K**) and try:

* "Which supplier is cheapest for this request?"
* "Compare quotes including lead time, not just price"
* "What have we paid for this material in the past?"
* "Which supplier has the best on-time delivery record?"

The AI has access to your full quote history and delivery data, so it can factor in more than just the numbers on screen.

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## After Selection

Once you select a quote and complete the purchase:

* A **purchase order** is created
* The **delivery** is set up for tracking
* **Unsuccessful suppliers** can be notified automatically (configurable in the final step)
* The quote is marked as **purchased** and feeds into your pricing history