Supplier Research & Comparison Matrix Generator

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Research and compare suppliers for products or components with detailed comparison matrices and actionable recommendations.

What You Get

Get a comprehensive supplier comparison matrix with pricing, certifications, and risk assessments - ready for procurement decisions in hours instead of weeks of manual research.

The Problem

Finding and evaluating suppliers requires searching multiple B2B platforms, verifying certifications, comparing pricing at different volumes, and synthesizing information from scattered sources. This manual process takes days or weeks and often misses important factors.

The Solution

Systematically search B2B marketplaces (Alibaba, ThomasNet, IndiaMART, Global Sources), industry directories, and manufacturer websites. Gather pricing at multiple volume levels, verify certifications where possible, check reviews across platforms, and score suppliers against user-defined priority criteria. Deliver a comparison matrix of 8-12 qualified suppliers plus detailed analysis of top 3-5 candidates with due diligence checklists and implementation timelines.

How It Works

  1. 1 Gather product specifications, volume requirements, and priority evaluation criteria from user
  2. 2 Search 20-30 potential suppliers across B2B platforms, industry directories, and manufacturer websites
  3. 3 Collect detailed information: pricing at multiple volumes, MOQ, lead times, certifications, reviews
  4. 4 Apply mandatory filters and score remaining suppliers using weighted criteria
  5. 5 Create comparison matrix of top 8-12 suppliers with key metrics
  6. 6 Develop detailed profiles for top 3-5 candidates including strengths, weaknesses, and risk ratings
  7. 7 Generate due diligence checklist and implementation timeline

What You'll Need

  • Clear product specification with technical requirements
  • Order volume (initial and projected)
  • Priority-ranked evaluation criteria
  • Target budget or price range

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