SUMEDIAN

    Supplier Intelligence,
    delivered.

    We combine cutting-edge AI with deep procurement expertise to deliver faster, sharper supplier discovery and risk analysis—without replacing human judgment.

    From Firefighting to Foresight

    Our Story

    It started in Charleston, South Carolina, in 2023—with a clear mission: simplify procurement.

    Frustrated by teams wasting weeks in spreadsheets and supplier research, SUMEDIAN was built from day one as a service company powered by AI-driven scouting and assessment, always with human experts in the loop.

    By combining cutting-edge machine intelligence with deep procurement expertise, SUMEDIAN delivers faster, sharper supplier discovery and risk analysis—without replacing the strategic judgment that only experienced professionals can provide.

    Today, SUMEDIAN enables procurement teams to focus on strategy and impact while our platform automates the heavy lifting of supplier discovery, risk assessment, and data curation.

    2023

    Foundation in the US

    Launched in Charleston to tackle real-world sourcing pain points with AI and expert guidance

    2024

    Market Entry

    Scaled to enterprise customers, delivering tailored scouting and assessment services across industries

    2025

    AI Acceleration

    Expanded into advanced AI agents and integrated supplier-intelligence modules—while keeping the human expert at the core of every decision

    What We Do

    Four integrated capabilities that transform how you approach procurement

    SCOUT - Systematic supplier discovery with AI-assisted research

    SCOUT

    Systematic supplier discovery with AI-assisted research, market scans, capability mapping, certifications, and early risk flags.

    Deliverable: curated, ranked long-/shortlists with evidence.
    ASSESS - Fit-for-purpose supplier evaluations—remote or onsite. Quality

    ASSESS

    Fit-for-purpose supplier evaluations—remote or onsite. Quality, capacity, process maturity, ESG, compliance readiness.

    Deliverable: audit-ready reports with go/no-go criteria, remediation plans, and KPIs.
    CONNECT - RFQ/RFP orchestration that raises the bar for competition. Clean specs

    CONNECT

    RFQ/RFP orchestration that raises the bar for competition. Clean specs, comparable quotes, apples-to-apples analysis.

    Deliverable: decision packs your leadership can sign off in one read.
    IMPACT - Closed-loop value realization—pilot builds

    IMPACT

    Closed-loop value realization—pilot builds, ramp support, localization, cost-down roadmaps, and supplier development.

    Deliverable: measurable savings and risk reduction, tracked against baseline.

    Our Thesis

    Procurement doesn't need more noise. It needs verified signal. We combine structured supplier data, AI analysis, and expert judgment to give you shortlists you can act on, assessments you can defend, and commercial results you can measure.

    Outcome: shorter time-to-source, cleaner competition, fewer escalations, better unit economics.

    Why It Works

    The perfect blend of artificial intelligence and human expertise

    Harnessing Generative AI in Procurement

    AI where it matters.

    NLP, vector search, and pattern detection to parse the market at scale. Our AI systems process thousands of supplier profiles, certifications, and market signals to identify the best matches for your requirements.

    • Natural Language Processing for supplier documentation
    • Vector search across global supplier networks
    • Pattern detection for risk assessment
    The Future of Procurement Talent

    Humans where it counts.

    Category experts validate, challenge, and finalize every recommendation. Our procurement professionals bring decades of industry experience to ensure AI insights translate to real-world results.

    • Expert validation of AI recommendations
    • Industry-specific knowledge application
    • Quality assurance and final approval

    Leadership

    Built by procurement experts, for procurement professionals

    KL

    Katarzyna Ludwig

    Founder & CEO

    Global procurement veteran with deep industry experience. Built SUMEDIAN to fix the gap between generic directories and real-world supplier readiness.

    15+
    Years in Industrial Procurement
    Global
    Supply Chain Experience
    Enterprise
    Senior Procurement Leadership
    AI-First
    Procurement Vision

    Who We Serve

    From Fortune 500 enterprises to innovative startups

    Enterprises

    CPOs, Category Managers, Localization/Ramp teams needing speed without cutting corners.

    • Global supply chain optimization
    • Complex multi-tier supplier networks
    • Compliance and risk management

    Startups & Scale-ups

    Lean teams that require senior procurement firepower on demand.

    • Rapid supplier discovery
    • Cost-effective sourcing solutions
    • Scalable procurement processes

    Industries We Know Cold

    Automotive & e-Mobility

    Automotive & e-Mobility

    Tier suppliers, EV components, sustainable sourcing

    MedTech

    MedTech

    Medical devices, regulatory compliance, quality systems

    Industrial & Electronics

    Industrial & Electronics

    Components, machining, casting, cleantech solutions

    Our Values in Action

    How our principles translate into tangible outcomes for our clients

    Speed Meets Precision

    Our AI processes thousands of supplier profiles in hours, while our experts ensure every recommendation meets your exact requirements.

    Result: 60% faster time-to-shortlist with zero compromise on quality

    Transparency by Design

    Every supplier recommendation comes with complete source documentation and risk assessment—auditable and defensible.

    Result: 100% audit-ready documentation for all sourcing decisions

    Sustainable by Default

    ESG criteria and sustainability metrics are built into every assessment, not bolted on as an afterthought.

    Result: Compliance-ready supplier networks that future-proof your supply chain

    Human-AI Partnership

    AI handles the heavy lifting of data processing, while human experts provide strategic context and final validation.

    Result: Scale of automation with wisdom of experience

    Principles We Operate By

    The values that guide everything we build

    Clarity over theater.

    No bloated decks. Decision-ready briefs.

    Evidence over anecdotes.

    Traceable sources, verifiable claims.

    Speed with control.

    Fast iterations, gated by risk.

    Sustainability as a constraint.

    Not a slogan. Practical, standards-aligned.

    Trust, Security & Compliance

    Enterprise Security

    Principle of least privilege, audit trails, data retention policies

    Audit-Ready

    Structured, reference-linked outputs for compliance

    Data Protection

    Regulated content handling with need-to-know access

    Trusted by Procurement Leaders

    Companies across industries rely on SUMEDIAN for strategic sourcing and supplier intelligence

    Enterprise Grade

    SOC 2 Type II compliant with enterprise-grade security and data protection

    Audit-ready documentation

    Proven Results

    15+ years combined procurement expertise across Fortune 500 enterprises

    Global supply chain experience

    Industry Focus

    Specialized expertise in automotive, electronics, medical devices, and cleantech

    Sector-specific knowledge

    "The combination of AI-powered discovery with human expert validation gives us confidence in our sourcing decisions that we've never had before. SUMEDIAN compressed our supplier research from weeks to days."

    CPO
    Chief Procurement Officer
    Fortune 500 Manufacturing Company

    Impact Metrics

    What our clients achieve with SUMEDIAN's AI-powered procurement platform

    30–60%

    Faster Time-to-Shortlist

    Reduce supplier discovery time from weeks to days with AI-powered market scanning

    2–4

    Qualified Alternatives

    Per critical part number, ensuring competitive leverage and supply security

    Double-digit %

    Savings Potential

    Identified in competitive events through better market intelligence

    100%

    Risk Documentation

    Complete risk posture documented before supplier nomination

    Methodology & Scope: Results based on 12-month client engagements across automotive, electronics, and industrial sectors (2024). Metrics measured against client baselines using standardized KPIs. Individual results may vary based on category complexity, market conditions, and engagement scope.

    All engagements include baseline measurement, progress tracking, and final impact reporting for full transparency.

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