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Answer a purchase order request

Some buyers cannot pay by card. A clear purchase order process stops a good sale stalling in someone else's finance team.

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Say whether you accept POs

State yes or no first, and any minimum order or plan.

List what you need

Ask for the PO number, billing contact and legal company name.

Explain payment terms

Give the invoice due date and accepted payment methods.

Say when service starts

Make clear whether access begins at PO or at payment.

Send the invoice quickly

Promise a delivery time and keep it.

Confirm in writing

Reply once the PO is received so the buyer can close their loop.

Questions

What if their PO has different terms?

Send it to whoever approves contracts and tell the customer you are checking.

Should we start service before payment?

That is your call. Say clearly what you will do.

Can the AI handle PO requests?

It can explain the process. A person should approve terms.

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