How to set laser cutting prices that are both competitive and profitable
Metal fabrication and laser cutting job shop owners have all asked themselves at one point, “how should I set my prices?”. It’s a delicate balance. Set your prices too high and customers may walk away to the competition, but set your prices too low, and you may be working too hard for little or no […]
Accounting software integrations boost laser cutting quoting efficiency for SMEs
Small laser cutting and metal fabrication job shops face big challenges. With a limited number of staff on the roster, each person is performing multiple roles, from estimator, to customer service, to accountant, to production manager, and more. According to the World Bank, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) “represent about 90% of businesses and more […]
How manual quoting inconsistencies can lose laser cutting jobs
The only time a laser cutting job shop is earning revenue is when that red light is on, sparks are flying, and the laser is in use. Everything else is done to support this activity, and to maximise the utilisation of the laser machine. This is one of the major reasons why using a laser […]
From quoting crunches to streamlined processes: ToolBox empowers growth of J&T Steel Sales
Expanding Australian metal fabrication specialist, J&T Steel Sales, has found that improved productivity and new equipment is only half the battle to boost customer service and sales – equally important is eliminating the outdated processes used to track and prepare quotes, delivery, and invoices. J&T Steel Sales began as a small plate processing business in […]
When spreadsheets don’t cut it: laser cutting quoting software slices through wastage
Laser cutting businesses often decide to use spreadsheets to develop and provide quotes, as a way to save money on specialised software. But does the maths stack up? In our experience, it’s actually costing more than it’s saving – and here’s why. Based on data from millions of line items quoted, Tempus Tools calculates that […]
MSG Industries provides laser cutting quotes eight times faster with game-changing software
A Canadian metalworking, fabrication, welding, and laser cutting enterprise, MSG Industries, has implemented a “game-changing software” to deliver faster and more accurate laser cutting quotes to its customers. MSG Industries Vice-President, Olivier Samson, had been working with his team on developing their own quoting tool software, but it was not a cost-effective solution to the […]
Are secondary processes costing money or adding to your laser cutting job shop’s profit?
Secondary processes can help laser cutting job shops win customers and stand out from the competition. But if they are not costed accurately, consistently, and efficiently, these processes could end up taking away the hard-earned profit from the laser cutting jobs. If you’re costing secondary processes by having a customer service person walk down to […]
How to use win/loss ratios to keep your laser cutting job shop competitive and profitable
For laser cutting job shops, staying competitive is essential to running a profitable business. But how do you measure that? How do you know where you sit compared with other job shops in your area, with a similar laser power, or with a similar service offering? One way to understand your position in the marketplace […]
Software audits help laser cutting job shops maximise efficiency
Is software saving you time, or adding to your workload? If you feel it could be the latter, it might be time for business owners to conduct their own software audit. If you’ve ever worked in, managed, or owned your own laser cutting job shop, you’ll know there is a huge range of software out […]
ToolBox’s new laser cutting quoting experience
After months of rigorous development and innovation, we’re thrilled to unveil the newest evolution of our quoting interface in ToolBox. We remain committed to enhancing your laser cutting quoting process. This fresh approach promises enhanced navigation, lightning-fast calculations, and a host of exciting new features. We have collected your feedback and listened to your concerns […]
