PRODUCT & SOURCING / PRACTICAL CHECKLIST
A brief they
can quote.
Turn a reference link into a sourcing request with the information needed for comparison.
Describe the essentials
Separate requirements from preferences so a possible alternative can be assessed against the same specification.
Set the commercial context
The request form treats the target price as product cost excluding shipping. Use the destination and expected volume to make the brief useful.
Bring the brand into the brief
Packaging and logo choices can affect material quantities, lead time and the parcel. Include them from the beginning.
Review before committing
A quoted option still needs to match the requirement. Keep a record of the agreed product and the remaining questions.