Discovery
Find qualified suppliers in days
We scan markets, validate technical fits, and deliver shortlists—so you stop searching and start deciding.
Explore DiscoveryFor startups
Scale your supply chain from day one.
We help startups find the right suppliers, qualify them fast, and run RFQs – all without building an in-house procurement team. Focus on your product while we handle the sourcing heavy lifting.
Your procurement team, without the hiring.
Three ways we help startups move faster.
Access suppliers others can’t find
We unlock exclusive networks and hard-to-reach manufacturers that never appear on public platforms.
Scale without building a team
Get senior procurement expertise on demand—no hiring, training, or overhead needed while you stay focused on product.
Investor-ready from day one
Every supplier decision ships with evidence, compliance, and audit trails so stakeholders can approve with confidence.
The blockers you know too well
Hardware founders share these same pain points. Here’s how we close those gaps:
What startups unlock with SUMEDIAN
Three core service pillars that get you from prototype to production.
Qualification
Prove supplier readiness with evidence
ISO/IATF audits, compliance reviews, and cost analysis that give stakeholders the confidence to approve.
Explore QualificationExecution
Run governed RFQs from intake to award
Structured playbooks, scorecards, and negotiations that keep sourcing auditable and on track.
Explore ExecutionFive moves from brief to first build
Align on success, qualify fast, and keep every build governed – from first outreach through launch. Our process breaks down into five key steps:
Define requirements
We lock specifications, milestones, and compliance needs before outreach begins.
Each step is designed to make sure no detail is missed, keeping your project on track from concept to the first production run.
Founders who shipped faster
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Give investors proof fast
We capture every piece of supplier evidence, RFQ history, and ramp plan as you go, so you can show tangible progress anytime. No more scrambling – the data is at your fingertips when investors ask.
Real-time updates
Updates stay current because evidence, decisions, and ramp status refresh automatically as sprints close.
Progress snapshots plug directly into your investor updates
Pre-formatted summaries ready to copy into board decks
Every RFQ decision is documented with the evidence and reasoning behind it
Full audit trail from sourcing brief to supplier award
Live dashboards show your ramp-up status so you can demonstrate production readiness in seconds
Real-time visibility into lead times, MOQs, and milestone progress
Deliverables
Every packet is assembled for investors and boards—ready to forward without extra prep.
Curated supplier shortlist with fit scores
Arrives with a prioritized partner list matched to your specs and growth timeline
Quick-turn risk & compliance snapshot for each supplier
All certifications, financial health info, and sustainability checks captured in one view
Complete RFQ pack with bid analysis and award recommendation
Side-by-side bid comparison with the rationale for the selected supplier
Detailed ramp-up plan covering lead times, MOQs, and tooling requirements
Production readiness mapped to each build milestone so you stay ahead of launch
How we work with founders
Our engagement model is built for fast-moving teams that need results without overhead. Each stage keeps execution tight and investor-ready.
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Co-design the sourcing brief
We sit down with your team—virtually or in person—to frame specifications, set risk guardrails, and understand your investor story. This co-designed brief aligns us on success before outreach begins.
2
Sprint through the market
Our supplier scouts and analysts run a focused two-week sprint, blending data analysis with operator insights to surface the best-fit suppliers. You stay in the loop asynchronously while we handle the legwork.
3
Package proof without extra work
We assemble investor-ready materials—scorecards, RFQ history, compliance documentation, and ramp plans—so updates are ready to forward without extra prep.
Starter packages
Scope-defined programs that get you moving fast, with no surprise retainers or long-term commitments. Pick the package that fits your stage:
Launch-Light
For early builds and first RFQ runs
- Single category sourced
- 6–8 vetted suppliers with capability review
- Risk snapshot and compliance check
- Structured RFQ preparation
- Award recommendation with rationale
Pilot-Ready
For pilot runs and first production orders
- 2–3 material categories sourced
- Bid comparison across suppliers
- Award guidance and negotiation support
- Ramp plan with lead times and MOQs
- Backup supplier identification
Scale-Up
For production ramp-up and cost reduction
- Multiple sourcing routes explored
- Advanced should-cost modeling
- Full production readiness review
- Alternate materials and processes
- Long-term supplier relationship setup
Security & compliance
Audit-ready by default. Every supplier file and decision is stored in one secure, governed space with all the evidence your stakeholders need. We take compliance as seriously as you do:
- Centralized evidence storage for ISO, IATF, and ESG compliance
- Scorecards with every decision and rationale documented
- AI assistance that’s explainable and always under human oversight
- GDPR-compliant processes for data and communications
- Detailed security brief available on request
FAQs
The five questions founders ask before we start.