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Proposal invoicing overview

Last updated on Apr 04, 2026

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Summary

  1. Introduction to proposal services billing

    • Cone offers versatile billing options tailored to meet various business needs
    • The platform supports different billing structures, ensuring seamless financial management
  2. Billing options

    • One-time charges: Ideal for projects with a single payment requirement
    • Recurring billing: Suitable for ongoing services or subscriptions
    • Milestone-based billing: Perfect for projects divided into specific stages or deliverables
  3. Billing triggers

    • Upon acceptance: Bill immediately after the proposal is accepted
    • Contract start date: Initiate billing at the beginning of the contract term
    • Contract end date: Charge at the conclusion of the contract period
    • Custom dates: Set specific dates for billing that align with your business needs
    • References to Contract Dates: Use key contract milestones as billing points
  4. Recurring billing settings

    • Define how frequently recurring charges will occur (e.g., monthly, quarterly)
    • Specify the start and end dates of the recurring period
    • Determine the number of times the charge will recur
  5. Auto-Invoicing option

    • Enable auto-invoicing to streamline your billing process
    • Invoices are automatically generated on the specified billing date
    • Benefits include time savings, reduced errors, and consistent cash flow management
  6. Manual Invoicing for un-billed Items

    • Access un-billed items within the client workspace under the billing section
    • Group related un-billed items together for efficient management
    • Create new invoices manually by selecting these items
    • Once invoiced, items are removed from the un-billed list
  7. Comprehensive Visibility and Management

    • Gain a holistic view of all un-billed items across clients through a centralized platform
    • Efficiently track and manage pending invoices
    • Ensure transparency and control over your financial operations