Order Form

Saptaparni Raha
Aug 29, 2022
2 min read

Written by Saptaparni Raha, Lawyer

Introduction:

An order form is a document submitted by buyers to sellers for their products. This form shows the services and prices offered by the sellers.

Purpose of an Order Form:

It helps in understanding the specific products that are ordered from the seller.
It specifies the number of each item requested from the seller.
It helps in communicating the payment terms.
It is a legally binding contract once the seller accepts it.
Document purchases.

Contents of an Order Form:

An order form should include:

Company name and business address.
Customer's name and billing address.
Shipping address of the customer.
The date on when the order has been purchased.
Order number of the sales.
Purchase order number.
Customer number.
Name of the salesperson.
Method of shipping.
Date of shipping.
Date of delivery.
Quantity of products.
The unit price of the product.
Item number.
Description of the item.
Line- sub-tax and grand totals of product price.
Pricing disclaimer.
A note for the customer.

Customer Order Form:

A customer order form is the initiation of a sales process. After receiving the customer order form, the companies may provide a statement of work depending upon their industry.

Statement of Work:

Statement of work establishes the formalized guidelines for a given project. It helps to record the project details. Sellers have the responsibility to produce the statement of work. It eventually becomes a sales contract or service contract. A statement of a contract is given before the work begins and it also confirms the quoted price mentioned in the customer's order form.

Conclusion:

Order Form plays a very important role in the success of a business. It helps in avoiding miscommunications relating to the product and its prices. An Order Form not only helps to look competent in front of your clients but also legally protects you from other compliances.