Compare Estima8 vs. Estimator

Estima8 serves as an intelligent assistant specifically designed for print shops, transforming every print request into a ready-to-send quote within minutes. In many print shops, quoting can be the most time-consuming process. When a request arrives, it often sits idle while someone searches for pricing and specifications, leading to a situation where by the time the quote is issued, the customer may have lost interest. Estima8 effectively addresses this delay. It interprets inquiries much like an experienced customer service representative, extracts precise pricing directly from your existing systems, such as Print Smith Vision, and composes both the estimate and a digital proof. Your team can then review and approve everything before it reaches the customer, combining the benefits of automation with the assurance that your staff maintains oversight. There’s no need to learn a new system, go through migration, or experience any disruptions. Estima8 seamlessly integrates with the quoting methods you're already using, but does so at an accelerated pace. As a result, your top employees can reduce the time spent on data entry and focus more on acquiring and retaining customers. If slow quoting is causing you to lose potential jobs, we would be delighted to provide you with a demonstration of how Estima8 can enhance your operation. Let us help you streamline your process and improve customer satisfaction.

The Franklin Estimator is specifically designed for conventional full-service print shops, offering near-instant usability and serving as an industry benchmark for many years. Its robust features combine power and precision while remaining user-friendly. In contrast, the EstimatorQP caters to primarily digital printing environments and In-Plant facilities, proficiently managing various formats such as Offset, Wide Format, Mailing, Embroidery, and Screen Printing. With an intuitive interface, users can swiftly generate estimates and adjust their shop's equipment settings. Once a customer's approval is secured for an estimate, a detailed job ticket can be generated, facilitating continuous monitoring and management of the job throughout the production process. This capability empowers production staff to operate autonomously from the sales team. Additionally, it offers features such as Estimates categorized by Estimate Number, Job Tickets that can be customized by the user, Job Tickets organized by Salesperson, Active Jobs tracked by Sales Representative, Customer information associated with Sales Representatives, and comprehensive Stock Order Reports. This streamlined approach not only enhances efficiency but also improves communication within the team.