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PrestaShop Quote Module - Overview

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The Ask for a Quote Module PrestaShop empowers your customers to effortlessly request quotes by clicking the ‘Add to Quote’ button on the product page. This seamless process allows products to be added to an Ajax-based block, enabling customers to build their quotes conveniently.

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As a result, this streamlined approach enhances customer satisfaction and encourages more inquiries. Additionally, the admin can customize the PrestaShop quotation form, adding new fields with a WYSIWYG Editor to gather valuable information, further improving the service and response quality.

Case Study: Streamlining B2B Event Rentals with Automated Quotations

Client: Location Autour de la Table

Industry: High-End Event Equipment Rental (B2B)

Platform: PrestaShop

The Challenge: Complex B2B Inquiry Management

As a B2B-exclusive rental specialist for furniture and tableware, Location Autour de la Table faced a significant operational bottleneck. Standard e-commerce checkouts were insufficient because rental prices are highly dependent on volume, duration, and logistics. The brand needed a system to:

Replace the "Buy" button with a professional "Request a Quote" (Demande de Devis) workflow.

Collect specific event data (dates, location) during the inquiry phase.

Manage bulk equipment lists without manual data entry.

The FME Modules Solution

The Quotation Module was integrated to bridge the gap between a high-volume product catalog and a personalized sales process.

Technical Precision & Features

Inquiry-First Architecture: Successfully toggled the "Quote-only" mode for specific B2B categories, ensuring professional vetting before pricing is finalized.

Custom Quote Form Integration: Implemented a streamlined data-collection form that attaches event-specific logistics directly to the client's request.

Bi-Directional Communication: Enabled a dedicated "Quotes" section in the customer account area, allowing clients to track status, view PDF estimates, and negotiate terms.

One-Click Conversion: Automated the transformation of approved quotes into formal orders within the PrestaShop back-office, maintaining stock accuracy.

Dynamic Pricing Adjustment: Allowed administrators to apply custom discounts and logistics fees to individual quotes before sending them to the client.

SEO & B2B Strategy

Targeting High-Value Keywords: Optimized for Location matériel événementiel (Event equipment rental) and Devis en ligne (Online quote).

B2B User Experience: A clean, professional "Add to Quote" interface that aligns with the expectations of event planners and caterers.

Mobile-Responsive Inquiries: Ensuring professional clients can build equipment lists and request quotes on-site via mobile devices.

Conclusion

By deploying the FME Modules Quotation Tool, Location Autour de la Table transformed its digital presence from a simple catalog into a robust B2B sales portal. This automation allows the brand to handle large-scale event inquiries with the precision and speed required in the premium rental market.

PrestaShop Quote Module - Key Features

The Quotation module PrestaShop offers a range of front-end features designed to enhance customer interaction and streamline the product quotation process thus increasing the importance of using the PrestaShop quotation module. The module empowers customers to request quotes effortlessly by providing a user-friendly interface, making their shopping experience more convenient. Below are some of the standout front-end features that not only facilitate easy quote requests but also improve overall customer satisfaction.

Quote Module PrestaShop - Front Office Features

1. Quote Button Options

• Option to display the quote button if a product is out of stock.
• Option to hide the "Add to Cart" button when the Prestashop quote button is enabled.
• Option to hide the product price when the quote button is active.
• Option to show the quote button only when catalog mode is ON.

2. User-Friendly Quoting Features

• The ‘Add to Quote’ button is available on product pages, listing pages, and quick view within the PrestaShop quotation module.
• Allow users to request product quotations and restrict this feature by customer group using the quotation module Prestashop.
• Enable quotations for specific categories and products through the PrestaShop. Request a quote.
• Option for customers to add product combinations and quantities to their quotes using the PrestaShop Quote module.

3. Enhanced Quotation Process

• Enable a cart block in the top right corner to add quote requests, enhancing the PrestaShop quotation process.
• The "Continue as Quotation" option allows users to request a collective cost estimate via the Prestashop Quote Module.
• Customizable quotation form to gather detailed information for future use within the quotation module Prestashop.

4. Communication and Notifications

• Email alerts to both customers and merchants when a quotation is sent through the PrestaShop quotation module.
• Users can track the status of their quotes via links provided in their accounts.
• Notifications are sent to merchants when users send messages regarding their quotes.
• Customers receive email notifications with links to the cart when their price requests are approved through the Ask for a Quote module for Prestashop.
• Discount voucher emails sent to customers, including links to enhance their PrestaShop quotation experience.

5. Pricing and Discount Management

• Discount calculator feature to help store owners calculate the final amount effectively, optimizing the PrestaShop Quote Module functionalities.

PrestaShop Quotation Module - Back Office Features

The PrestaShop Quote Module also includes robust back-office features that empower store administrators to efficiently manage customer quotations and streamline operations. These tools provide valuable insights and functionality, enabling businesses to respond quickly to quote requests, customize forms, and track communications seamlessly.

With these back-office capabilities, store owners can enhance their workflow and ensure a smooth quoting process, leading to higher conversion rates and improved customer relationships.

1. Quotation Management

• A Link Block appears for ‘Product Quotation’ in the main menu of the back end of the PrestaShop quotation module.
• Merchants can view quotation details, send messages to customers, and manage requests for cost estimations through the PrestaShop Quote Module.

2. Form and Communication Features

• Enable or disable the status of the cost estimation form in the quotation module Prestashop.
• Create rebate vouchers and format the form using the WYSIWYG editor within the Prestashop quotation system.
• Using the PrestaShop quote module, View and send messages to customers who request a quote.

3. Customization Options

• Configuration allows customization of titles for the cart button, product page button, email preferences, and coupon expiry date in the Ask for a quote module Prestashop.

Latest Features Added to the PrestaShop Quote Module

• Redesigned Quote Button: A new, user-friendly quote button has been introduced for enhanced accessibility.
• Improved Form Creation Process: The form creation process has been significantly changed and streamlined for better usability.
• PDF Quote Generation: Users now have the option to generate quotes in PDF format for easier sharing and printing.
• Dynamic Message Variables: An option has been added to show messages using variables, enhancing communication clarity.
• Editable Quote Details: Merchants can now edit quote details directly in the back office for more accurate management.
• File Attachment for Quotes: The ability to add files to quote details in the back office has been introduced.
• Separate Discounts and Fees: Merchants can now add discounts and fees separately within the quote.
• Guest Quote Submission: Guests can now submit quotes, expanding potential customer engagement.
• Quotes for Unavailable Products: The option to allow quotes for products that are not currently available has been added.
• Reference/SKU in Quotation Listings: Added reference/SKU information to the quotation listing and PDF for better tracking.
• Message Counter on Quotation Listing: A new messages counter has been implemented on the quotation listing for easy monitoring.
• Email Quote PDF Attachments: The module now sends quote PDF attachments in emails to the admin for streamlined record-keeping.
• Back-Office Design Update: The back-office interface has been redesigned for a more user-friendly and efficient experience.
• Set Order Deadline: Admins can now specify a deadline for users to place orders linked to their quotations.
• Convert Quotation to Cart: Easily convert a quotation into a shopping cart directly from the quotation page.\
• Generate Cart Link: Admins can generate a cart link for quotations to send to users or place orders on their behalf.
• Export Quotation to CSV: Admins can download quotation details, including products, to a CSV file for further use.
• Recaptcha v3 Support: Added support for Recaptcha v3 to enhance security and reduce spam in forms.
• Email Template Editor: Admins can now customize and edit email templates directly from the module settings.
• Restrict Shipping Options: Admins can control and restrict the shipping methods displayed to users during checkout.
• Quotation Requests Overview: View the total number of quotation requests directly from the module's back-office page.
• Quick Quotation Creation: Admins can create new quotations quickly using saved customer and product details.
• Edit Prices and Quantities: Admins can modify item prices and quantities directly within the quotation for more flexibility.