Proposal Builder
Drag-and-drop template editor with conditional logic for equipment options, variable pricing, and technical attachments, enabling consistent output and fewer manual edits across projects.
Electronic signatures collected through compliant platforms are generally enforceable under U.S. law when they meet ESIGN and UETA standards; additional safeguards help align document handling with HIPAA, FERPA, or contract-specific requirements.
Responsible for technical validation, equipment selection, and structural checks. Jordan reviews load calculations, ensures attachments match specs, and signs off on final technical scope before client delivery.
Manages customer communications, selects commercial options, and coordinates finance or rebate information. Avery finalizes pricing, confirms contractual terms, and routes the proposal for engineering approval.
Drag-and-drop template editor with conditional logic for equipment options, variable pricing, and technical attachments, enabling consistent output and fewer manual edits across projects.
Integrated pricing calculator that factors module, inverter, racking, labor, and tax line items with formula fields for custom cost models and margin configuration.
Sequential and parallel reviewer workflows with role-based approvals so engineering reviews, financing checks, and sales sign-off occur in a controlled sequence.
Centralized template library with version control, editable placeholders, and sections for technical drawings, scope statements, and warranty terms to standardize proposals.
Prebuilt connectors to CRM and cloud storage for auto-populating customer data, saving signed contracts, and triggering follow-up actions in existing systems.
Complete event history with timestamps, IP addresses, and signer verification records to support compliance and dispute resolution.
Two-way CRM integration maps account and contact fields into proposals, updates opportunity stages after signature, and reduces duplicate data entry between sales and engineering systems.
Automatic saving of signed documents to cloud drives with folder rules, retention tagging, and optional encryption to align with company document management policies.
Import and convert Google Docs proposal drafts into templates, maintain formatting, and preserve linked tables for cost calculations and bill of materials.
Granular permissions for template editing ensure only authorized engineers or managers can change technical sections while sales can use approved commercial content.
| Setting Name | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signer Routing Mode | Sequential routing |
| Reminder Frequency | 48 hours |
| Signature Order | Sales then Engineer then Client |
| Retention Policy | 7 years |
| Notification Channels | Email and SMS |
Mobile, tablet, and desktop platforms support proposal creation and signing, enabling field engineers to send and collect signatures from job sites or clients in the office.
For reliable offline usage, ensure local device storage and application caching are enabled; maintain secure connectivity when transmitting signed documents to central cloud storage for retention and auditing.
An engineering team used templated scopes and automated load calculations to assemble proposals quickly
Resulting in faster client acceptance and reduced rework time across multiple rooftop projects.
A combined sales-engineer workflow generated site-specific proposals with equipment selections and finance options
Resulting in higher on-site close rates and shortened project lead times for the installer.
| Criteria | signNow (Recommended) | DocuSign |
|---|---|---|
| Supports Templates | ||
| Bulk Send | ||
| Mobile App | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| HIPAA Support | Available | Available with enterprise |
7 years retention for signed agreements
Daily encrypted backups
Indefinite versioning with audit trail
Annual compliance review
Retire and archive after retention period
| Plan | signNow (Recommended) | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | Dropbox Sign |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly starting price (per user) | $8 per user | $10 per user | $12 per user | $15 per user |
| Enterprise / custom pricing | Custom enterprise plans available | Custom enterprise plans available | Custom enterprise plans available | Custom enterprise plans available |
| Free trial or demo | Free trial available | Free trial available | Free trial available | Free trial available |
| API access included | Yes, REST API included | Yes, REST API available | Yes, REST API available | Yes, REST API available |
| HIPAA support option | Available on enterprise plans | Available on enterprise plans | Available with Business/Enterprise | Available on advanced plans |