Why Quick2Bid?: Understanding the Journey to a Successful CPQ Implementation

When organizations start exploring Configure Price Quote (CPQ) solutions, they often focus primarily on features and functionality. But after years of implementing CPQ across manufacturing, distribution, and contracting businesses, we've learned that successful implementation isn't just about the technology – it's about understanding your unique business requirements and having a partner who can guide you through the transformation.

The Reality of CPQ Implementation

Here's something that might surprise you: You already have CPQ capabilities in your organization. Whether it's happening through spreadsheets, email chains, or a combination of tools, you're already configuring products, determining prices, and sending quotes. The question isn't whether to start doing CPQ – it's how to do it more effectively.

This is where Quick2Bid's approach stands apart. We don't just sell software; we partner with you to understand:

• How your team currently sells products or services
• What pricing logic drives your business decisions
• Who needs to be involved in the quote process
• What your approval workflows look like
• How your current systems handle data flow

Building on Your Foundation

One of the most common pitfalls we see is organizations trying to tackle everything at once – internal sales, external partners, customer self-service, and complex integrations all in one big project. Our experience shows this rarely leads to optimal results.

Instead, we advocate for a methodical approach:

• Start with Core Functionality: Focus first on getting your internal team up and running with a solution that makes their daily work easier and more efficient.
• Build Confidence Through Quick Wins: Target areas where you can show immediate ROI, like reducing quote turnaround time or improving pricing accuracy.
• Scale Strategically: Once the foundation is solid, expand to additional capabilities like partner portals or customer self-service options.

Why This Approach Works

Consider one of our manufacturing clients who came to us struggling with a 2-day quote turnaround time. Rather than promising an immediate transformation, we started by implementing a basic CPQ solution for their most common product configurations – about 80% of their quote volume.
The result? Within weeks, they were generating accurate quotes in under 20 minutes for most requests. More importantly, this initial success gave them the confidence and organizational buy-in to tackle more complex configurations and ultimately roll out a partner portal.

The Quick2Bid Difference

What sets Quick2Bid apart isn't just our technical expertise – it's our understanding that CPQ implementation is as much about change management as it is about software.

Here's what you get with Quick2Bid:

• Product Data Readiness Support: We help you prepare and organize your product data before implementation begins, ensuring a smooth transition.
• Flexible Integration Approach: We ensure your CPQ solution works seamlessly with your existing tech stack, whether that’s HubSpot or an industry-focused CRM.
• Scalable Solutions: Our implementations grow with your business, from basic quote automation to complex configurators with advanced approval workflows.
• Experience-Driven Methodology: We've learned what works (and what doesn't) across hundreds of implementations, and we bring that knowledge to every project.

Making the Right Choice

Choosing a CPQ implementation partner is a significant decision. The right partner shouldn't just understand the technology – they should understand your business and be able to guide you through the transformation journey.

At Quick2Bid, we believe in starting with the basics: What are you trying to achieve? What are your current pain points? Where do you want your business to be in 12-24 months? From there, we can build a roadmap that makes sense for your organization.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're considering a CPQ implementation or looking to improve your current quoting process, let's start with a conversation about your business needs. No hard sell, no complex demos – just a straightforward discussion about how we might be able to help.
Contact us today to schedule a consultation focused on your specific requirements and goals.