Bring your factory to buyers who value real capability
ExportCompass introduces you directly to vetted buyers with live projects. No bidding wars, no middlemen—just qualified demand that matches your certifications, capacity, and region.
142 factories approved this quarter · Avg. lead time from intro to RFQ: 9 days
Zhejiang Apex Lighting
Hangzhou, China · LED assemblies
30%
Export capacity available
ISO 9001
Certifications
3k units
Min. order
Matched buyer
EU retail chain · Lighting refresh
Active
Next step
Technical call scheduled
SAMPLE WORKFLOW
Why factories join
Built for supplier teams who care about long-term buyers
We highlight what real factories do best and surface buyers that value quality over lowest bid.
Pre-qualified introductions
Every buyer shares project specs, target pricing, and timeline before you meet. You know it's real before investing time.
Showcase your proof
We capture certifications, automation investments, and QA processes with photos, video tours, and reference calls.
Export specialists on-call
Our team helps with RFQ follow-ups, compliance paperwork, logistics partners, and pricing benchmarks.
Stay top of mind
Get alerts when new opportunities match your categories so you're first in line for strategic buyers.
How onboarding works
From profile submission to first shipment
A guided, four-step process that keeps your team focused on production while we handle matchmaking.
Submit your factory dossier
Share categories, capacity, certifications, and export experience. We collect media and documentation to prove your strengths.
Verification + story building
We host a video walk-through, run compliance checks, and craft a profile that surfaces what makes your factory unique.
Matched buyer intros
We present your factory to buyers aligned with your capacity. Expect context on target pricing, technical requirements, and next steps.
Close with support
Stay supported through quote reviews, sample shipments, contracts, and logistics. We track milestones until delivery.
Who thrives on ExportCompass
Made for production teams ready to scale globally
If you invest in quality systems, automation, or sustainability—and want buyers who value it—we should talk.
- 1 Factories with proven certifications (ISO, BSCI, IATF, FDA, etc.)
- 2 Manufacturers investing in automation, QA labs, or sustainability programs
- 3 Teams with English-speaking project managers ready for video calls and plant tours
- 4 Suppliers able to manage export compliance, documentation, and logistics partners
What our team checks
- Live facility walkthrough
- Video call with production manager covering critical processes and QA.
- Documentation & compliance
- Business license, certifications, and export history verified with registries.
- Reference calls
- Conversations with 3+ existing customers to verify reliability and communication.
- Capacity planning
- We map available lines, labor, and lead times so buyers get accurate timelines.
FAQ
Answers for supplier teams
Still curious about how ExportCompass works? Start here.
- Is there a cost to join?
- No. ExportCompass is free for suppliers. We earn when buyers run projects through the platform.
- What information do you need from me?
- Product categories, production capacity, certifications, media of your factory, and export history. We guide you through it.
- What types of buyers use ExportCompass?
- Importers, retailers, and growth-stage brands across consumer goods, electronics, industrial components, and packaging.
- Can I work with other sourcing platforms?
- Absolutely. ExportCompass is non-exclusive—you can continue working with agents or other marketplaces.
Next step
Ready to meet buyers who already trust our vetting?
Share your factory profile and our sourcing team will line up relevant RFQs within days.