I recently came across a web application called Proposable that is focused on making the sales proposal process simple and trackable. We really like things that are simple and trackable ’round here so I thought I would check it out.
The application is geared towards the emailed proposal and is divided into three key components: creating the proposal, delivery, and analyzing feedback and analytics. The goal is to turn the standard email ‘this what we can do and what it will cost’ proposal into actionable data in real time.
The very simple and easy to use dashboard allows me to create fully branded, dynamic proposals that can even include video. Very cool. Templates are also available to plug and send as well, if you prefer.
After the proposal is created, the application will even help you send it off. The proposal is emailed and can be opened on the potential clients end and is viewed inside Proposable. This maintains all the time and effort you put into making it pretty and dynamic and avoids any mail server distortion or garbling. Not only can the recipient review your proposal, but they can also comment on it allowing for direct feedback. You are then able to communicate within the proposal back and forth. Now, for me I don’t know that I would address client questions or concerns this way, but it’s a great “safe” way for clients to pose questions and/or concerns that you might not hear face to face.
The goal of the application is speeder turn around with the end result being better, faster feedback from clients and hopefully, more sales.
Additionally, Proposable allows you to view the analytics on your proposals, including when it was opened, the total views and average time on page. You can even get notifications of these actions if you are so inclined. (Yeah, I admit I wanted to know when it was opened.)
So, overall, Proposable is an easy to use, paid-web application that could be really useful for the small business sales force. Try it out and share your thoughts.
