A sales order confirms a customer’s order and drives delivery and invoicing. It may be delivered in one or more parts, and is normally invoiced for what actually shipped rather than what was ordered.

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Sales order

A sales order confirms a customer’s order and drives delivery and invoicing.

Explained

It may be delivered in one or more parts, and is normally invoiced for what actually shipped rather than what was ordered.

Related terms

QuotationA quotation is the document a seller sends a customer with items, prices and terms before agreement, valid for a stated period.
Tax invoiceA tax invoice is issued by a VAT-registered seller and shows the value of the goods or services, the VAT on them and the seller’s tax number.

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