AutoQuotes Roadshows
 360
AutoQuotes 360 is the latest and most complete version of AutoQuotes, the full featured electronic database for the foodservice equipment and supply industry.
AutoQuotes360 is a browser based version of AutoQuotes. There’s no software to install (other than a browser plug-in, if it isn't already installed). There are no more progress bars or waiting on information to synchronize. You can log in from anywhere and start working immediately, anytime you want. There’s no burden on your computer because everything is accessed via our secure server network. And, because any upgrades are automatic, you’re always on the latest version, with access to the latest features, performance, and security enhancements.
With products, pricing, full-color images, detailed spec sheets, and links to parts, service, and user manuals, AutoQuotes boasts over 300,000 products from over 350 manufacturers combined with a powerful spreadsheet-style quote interface and extended reporting features. AutoQuotes is the single biggest productivity booster in the industry today. Learn how to make the most out of AutoQuotes and stand out from your peers by attending a training seminar in a location near you.
Upcoming Dates:
Sept. 29 - Columbus
Oct. 5 - Toronto
Oct. 12 - Los Angeles
Oct. 19 - Denver
Nov. 3 - Miami
NOTE: BRINGING YOUR OWN LAPTOP? - VERY IMPORTANT: If you bring your own laptop you must have the ability to connect wirelessly to the Internet. While AutoQuotes 360 is a web-based program, you will need to install the Microsoft Silverlight browser plug-in and register your laptop for AutoQuotes 360 prior to the training class. You only need to do this if you are bringing your own laptop. View instructions. This will only take a minute or two to complete. Please complete this before the training class. If you have any questions or experience any difficulties in installing Silverlight or registering AutoQuotes 360 on your laptop, please contact AutoQuotes technical support toll free at (866) 452-TECH or techtalk@aqnet.com.
FEES: - If you paid by credit card, the charge will be from MAFSI.
*Early Registration Prices are as follows: (*prices increase $20 two weeks before each class date).
Basic AutoQuotes - Includes laptop - $159.00
Advanced AutoQuotes - Includes laptop - $159.00
Basic & Adv. AutoQuotes - Includes laptop - $229.00
Basic AutoQuotes - I will bring my own laptop - $129.00
Advanced AutoQuotes - I will bring my own laptop - $129.00
Basic & Adv. AutoQuotes - I will bring my own laptop - $199.00
Course Descriptions:
Basic AutoQuotes 360 – 8:30 AM – 12:00PM
A basic introduction to AutoQuotes 360, the foodservice equipment & supplies industry’s most complete database, catalog, & quotation system. This informative morning will include:
• Introduction/Overview of AutoQuotes 360
• Registering for and logging into AutoQuotes 360
• Using/searching the AutoQuotes catalog
• Using the Quick Item Search Bar
• Projects – creating, updating, & maintaining
• Copying & Pasting
• Auto-populating utility information
• Creating cutbooks
• Compiling Operations/maintenance manuals
• Estimating freight and installation
• Adding customer contacts (address book) – searching, editing, creating entries
• Defining customer roles
• Searching/filtering projects
• Working with AutoQuotes in front of the customer (the End User button, hiding project details, etc.)
• Sample scenario – revising an existing project when prices have changed
Advanced AutoQuotes 360 – 1:00 PM – 4:30PM
Build on the foundations of the Basic AutoQuotes 360 session while we take it to the next level. This class will examine the features and functionality within AutoQuotes that truly enrich and heighten the AutoQuotes experience. An interactive Q&A period will be included. The afternoon session will include these program features:
• Administering and managing AutoQuotes 360
• Setting and maintaining company level mfr discounts
• Defining user roles and managing permissions
• Creating project defaults
• Advanced user functionality – deviated prices, customer specific pricing
• Advanced quoting – adding multiple items simultaneously, quoting multiple customers, copying and pasting between projects
• Adding your own mfrs and items
• Hot-keys and shortcuts
• Using the LMI freight calculator
• Managing utility information (auto-populating vs. loading your own, updating existing projects)
• Exporting & Importing – (i.e. –Excel export, KCL import , accounting system export)
• Canned reports and their options – spreadsheets, cutsheet books, specifications, flyers, etc.
• Advanced reporting – Creating customized reports using the report writer wizard
• Converting a quote into Spanish
• Quoting in other currencies
• Using AutoQuotes 360 for Purchase orders
• Sharing information with previous versions of AutoQuotes
Education Credit: CFESA; CFSP; CPMR; FCSI
AutoQuotes Manual: While not used in the AutoQuotes classes, you may download the AutoQuotes manual for review or the QuickStart Video.
REFUNDS/CANCELLATIONS: All cancellations and requests for refunds must have been received in writing by MAFSI at least two weeks prior of class date. If notification of cancellation is received in writing by MAFSI by this date, a 75% refund will be issued. No refunds will be issued after this point, although you may substitute other associates from your company without penalty. All refund requests may be submitted via e-mail to info@mafsi.org, via fax to 404-522-0132.
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