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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

✓ Vetted

30%

Export capacity available

ISO 9001

Certifications

3k units

Min. order

Matched buyer

EU retail chain · Lighting refresh

Active

Next step

Technical call scheduled

EC supported

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.

1

Submit your factory dossier

Share categories, capacity, certifications, and export experience. We collect media and documentation to prove your strengths.

2

Verification + story building

We host a video walk-through, run compliance checks, and craft a profile that surfaces what makes your factory unique.

3

Matched buyer intros

We present your factory to buyers aligned with your capacity. Expect context on target pricing, technical requirements, and next steps.

4

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.