For example, a company may provide services that enable customers to check inventory levels, do online product configurations, or engage in a collaborative setting.

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They need to complete workorders, create quotes, authorize material requisitions, check inventory levels, enter in their time and expenses and pull up a recent design.

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Or to check available inventory, request a quote or place an order from their mobile device.

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