How to create draft orders and quotes
Use seller quotes and draft orders to clarify pricing, freight, and order details.
In this article
Use draft orders for confirmed details
A draft order or quote should reflect product, quantity, pricing, shipping, lead time, and any buyer-specific terms that have been discussed.
Do not surprise the buyer
If shipping or fees are still being confirmed, state that clearly. Buyers should review changes before proceeding.
Who this guide is for
This guide is for suppliers and seller operators who need a practical understanding of how to create draft orders and quotes before taking action inside Dakoli.
Use it with the For Sellers learning path when you need context, checklist-style preparation, and safe next steps.
Step-by-step workflow
Start by reviewing the product, supplier, order, or campaign details already available in Dakoli.
Confirm the parts that affect price, shipping, timing, documents, payment, buyer approval, or seller settlement.
Use messages, quotes, checkout, or campaign review tools only after the required details are clear.
- Review the visible details first.
- Ask for missing information before approving operational changes.
- Keep the final decision inside Dakoli so the order, quote, or campaign history remains traceable.
Example scenario
A buyer compares two suppliers for the same product. One listing has clear MOQ, packaging, origin, shipping terms, and a responsive supplier. The other needs a quote because freight and lead time depend on quantity.
Dakoli should help the buyer keep both paths organized without implying that missing details are already final.
What you see in Dakoli
Dakoli surfaces relevant product, supplier, order, shipping, payment, protection, and campaign information where it belongs.
If a field is not available, Dakoli should use clear fallback copy instead of inventing claims or hiding important uncertainty.
Important notes
Tax is not collected by Dakoli unless configured and shown during checkout.
Import duties and customs are not included unless clearly stated or marked DDP.
Seller funds may be held during buyer protection, inspection, return, or dispute windows.
Common mistakes
Do not approve an order, quote, payout expectation, or campaign change based only on assumptions.
Do not move payment-critical or order-critical details outside Dakoli messages when the marketplace workflow is being used.
- Assuming checkout shipping is final when supplier confirmation is still required.
- Adding certificate, inspection, or trust claims that are not backed by real records.
- Treating AI or automation suggestions as final decisions without review.
FAQ
Can Dakoli replace supplier review? No. Dakoli organizes marketplace information, but buyers and sellers still need to review details before approving changes.
Does every order work the same way? No. Some products are checkout-ready, while others require quote, shipping, or supplier confirmation.
Are sponsored placements organic rankings? No. Sponsored placements are paid placements and are labeled clearly.
Next steps
Continue with related For Sellers guides, then use the relevant Dakoli workflow when the product, order, shipping, or campaign details are ready.
