Ask for three versions of the quote before choosing the press

This is a worked planning example, not a completed test, customer record, legal approval or universal acceptance standard. Replace every demonstration reference with your own project input. Keep unknown items on hold with a named owner.

scenarioexample artwork scopequote requestdecision conditionowner
First runA R01 / B R01 / C R01Separate total and included setupAll designs approved; repeat forecast not assumedBuyer and printer
Unchanged repeatSame artwork and quantity mixIdentify recurring charges and reused toolingQuote valid only for unchanged scopePrinter
One-artwork changeA R02; B and C unchangedList new preparation and any finishing impactDo not transfer unchanged-repeat price automaticallyBuyer and printer

Use the record

Identify your container, artwork and proposed specification. Keep evidence references beside decisions. The responsible buyer and supplier should agree the conditions and approval scope; example rows are instructions, not pass results. Retain revisions when an input changes.

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