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CNC costing isn’t just about numbers; it’s about precision, trust, and making decisions faster than your competitors.
In today’s competitive landscape, the margin for error in CNC costing is razor-thin. A minor miscalculation can eat into your margins, delay timelines, and even cause you to lose valuable contracts. If you’re still relying on outdated methods like spreadsheets, manual calculations, and tribal knowledge, you’re not just wasting time — you’re losing money.
Enter Dashnode.ai’s CNC Quoting Software- Dashnode, designed specifically for engineers, estimators, and sourcing teams who value precision, speed, and accuracy. Let’s talk about how Dashnode isn’t just a tool — it’s the game-changer your business needs.
If you're still using spreadsheets to quote CNC parts, you’re stuck in the past. Here’s why:
Dashnode solves these problems by automating the costing process, ensuring that you deliver accurate, consistent, and fast quotes every single time.
Dashnode combines historical job data with real-time material pricing to generate accurate quotes, while giving estimators control to adjust key parameters based on project-specific inputs
For engineers and estimators, this means no more relying on guesswork. You have reliable data at your fingertips, reducing errors and making your job easier.
One of the biggest challenges in CNC costing is translating complex CAD models into cost-effective quotes. Dashnode takes the heavy lifting off your shoulders by extracting crucial data from CAD files. Whether it's material requirements or machining times. Dashnode does the work for you.
When sourcing teams upload a part design, Dashnode automatically pulls out the essential variables (e.g., complexity, machining time, tooling needs) and produces a detailed cost estimate.
For engineers, this is a game-changer. No more manual cross-checking of designs against pricing sheets — everything is automated and accurate.
Material costs fluctuate. Labor rates change. Dashnode CNC Quoting Software keeps track of these variables in real time. By integrating live material prices (in INR), you get up-to-date, accurate costs that reflect the current market conditions.
If you’re working in a dynamic market where pricing is volatile, this is especially important. For sourcing teams, Dashnode ensures that every quote you send is based on the most accurate and current data available.
Speed is crucial in CNC costing. The longer it takes to send a quote, the more likely you are to lose the job. Dashnode reduces costing time from hours to minutes. By eliminating manual calculations, engineers and estimators can focus on what truly matters — refining the quote and strengthening client relationships.
When it comes to CNC costing , accuracy is king. Dashnode eliminates human error, ensuring that your quotes are precise and competitive. Whether you’re quoting for a small batch or a large-scale production run, Dashnode’s intelligent algorithms ensure the pricing remains consistent and accurate every time.
Inconsistent quotes lead to frustration and lost trust. With Dashnode, every quote follows the same process, leading to predictable results. Whether your team is quoting one part or 100, they’ll follow a streamlined process that produces consistent, reliable results.
Dashnode uses historical data and built-in cost analysis to ensure your quotes are competitive without sacrificing your margins. If you’ve been missing out on profitable jobs due to low-ball quotes, Dashnode helps you recalibrate by ensuring that your prices reflect both market value and production costs.
Take, for instance, a CNC shop based in Mumbai that switched to Dashnode CNC Costing Software. Before implementing the software, their estimators were spending up to 6 hours a day preparing quotes. They faced frequent errors in their manual calculations, which resulted in rework and inconsistent pricing.
After implementing Dashnode, the shop reduced quote turnaround time by 75%, from 6 hours to just 90 minutes. The integration with CAD files and live material pricing cut down errors, and the consistency in pricing improved their relationship with clients. Within 3 months, their quoting accuracy improved by 18%, and their win rate on RFQs increased by 30%.
If you’re reading this, chances are, you’re tired of the bottlenecks and errors in your current process. Here’s how you can determine if Dashnode is right for your business:
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Dashnode extracts key parameters from your CAD files — such as machining complexity, material requirements, and dimensions — and automatically generates a cost estimate.
Yes. Whether you’re quoting for a single part or a mass production run, Dashnode adapts to your needs and ensures your quoting process remains accurate and efficient.
Absolutely. Dashnode is tailored to Indian manufacturers, and it supports real-time material pricing in INR to ensure accurate and up-to-date cost estimates.
Onboarding is quick and easy. Dashnode is designed with user-friendliness in mind, and we offer comprehensive training and support to ensure your team gets up to speed quickly.
Yes. By providing accurate cost predictions, eliminating errors, and streamlining your quoting process, Dashnode helps you protect your margins while still being competitive.
File types: STEP, STP and File size: < 50 MB.
Dashnode Costing Software costs the file in less than 5 seconds on an average.
No, you don't need to download or install the software
Dashnode isn’t just another tool in your software stack. It’s a vital asset for manufacturers, engineers, and estimators who need to make fast, accurate, and profitable decisions. Time is money. And with Dashnode, you get both. Try it now!
