Supplier Verification

What We Do

A supplier's website and documents might look great. But what's the factory actually like? Can they really produce what they claim? Do they have the equipment, the skills, and the experience?

We visit suppliers in person. We walk the factory floors. We talk to the engineers and production managers. We verify certifications. We assess whether they can handle your production needs.

What We Verify

• Production capacity: Can they handle your order volume?
• Equipment & machinery: Do they have what's needed to produce your product?
• Quality systems: Do they have quality control procedures in place?
• Certifications: Are their ISO, environmental, or industry certifications real?
• Experience: Have they produced similar products before?
• Workforce & expertise: Do they have skilled workers who understand the work?
• Production timeline: Can they meet your delivery schedule?
• Financial stability: Are they a sustainable business partner?

How It Works

1. Schedule the visit. We arrange a time to visit the factory that works for both sides. We typically give 1-2 weeks notice.

2. Conduct the factory audit. We visit the factory with a detailed checklist. We ask questions, observe production, check equipment, and assess their quality systems.

3. Verify certifications. We check their certifications against official records. We don't just accept what they show us.

4. Meet with management. We talk with their production managers, quality leads, and decision-makers. We understand how they operate.

5. Provide you a detailed report. You get a comprehensive report covering everything we observed, verified, and assessed. You know exactly what to expect from this supplier.

What You Get

• Factory audit report: Detailed findings from our on-site visit
• Capability assessment: A clear picture of what they can and can't do
• Risk identification: Any concerns we identify so you can make an informed decision
• Certified recommendations: Our professional assessment of whether they're a good fit

Cost

Supplier verification costs depend on location and travel requirements. A typical factory audit costs $500-1500 depending on the supplier's location in China. We discuss pricing upfront.

Why This Matters

Quality problems, missed deadlines, and production shutdowns almost always trace back to supplier capability issues. Spending time upfront to verify a supplier's capabilities saves you from costly problems later.

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