Glossary

Purchase order

A plain-English definition for print, promo, sign and decoration businesses, and what it means for your quotes and jobs.

What is purchase order?

A purchase order is a document sent from the distributor or shop to a supplier confirming what needs to be bought, produced, or fulfilled.

Why does it matter?

Purchase orders keep supplier cost, quantity, variants, decoration instructions, and delivery expectations clear. They are a critical handoff between sales and fulfillment.

How does TaggIQ handle it?

TaggIQ connects purchase orders to the quote and order workflow so supplier instructions do not have to be rebuilt manually.

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Chases artwork, sizes and sign-off so jobs keep moving.

Jobs sit waiting for a vector logo, a size breakdown, a proof approval or a deposit.

  • Checks each job for what is missing before production
  • Asks for the right thing in plain language (a vector file, not "better artwork")
  • Sends size links, proof reminders and deposit requests on the schedule you approve

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Free resources

Templates that use this

Free worksheets where this shows up in a real shop workflow.

All resources

The print & promo workflow guide Quote to payment without spreadsheet chaos, step by step.

FAQ

Questions about purchase order

Is a purchase order the same as an invoice?

No. A purchase order is sent to a supplier to request goods or services. An invoice requests payment.

Can a customer order require multiple purchase orders?

Yes. A promo or print job can involve multiple suppliers or decorators.

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