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Cavela â Create custom products at factory cost
Create any physical product at half the cost. The first virtual sourcing agent meets the largest global private manufacturing network. Describe your product, and let the agent negotiate with thousands of suppliers for you. Samples and orders to your doorstep.
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@asardain this is amazing, I have several friends who struggle in procurement. This one will definitely change the landscape.
Do you operate as an opaque marketplace where you list the demand to suitable suppliers or more like fiverr physical goods procurement?
Nonetheless all the best for a killer launch
@prad_vv Great question. We surface to suitable suppliers in order to not overload them with requests and to ensure that the final product is of the highest quality to satisfy the buyer.
@annaho2000 Thank you Anna! Looking forward to seeing what you'll make.
@max_savonin1 Great questions, Max.
1. MOQs vary on the product and depend on the degree of customisation and specificity of the product. However, ultimately, it's the suppliers that specify their own MOQs, not us. The higher the MOQ, the more suppliers will put in a bid for a quote.
2. In the interest of creating the best possible user experience, we have focused primarily on apparel and accessories, but we have sourced items more complex and detailed products such as welding helmets.
3. We currently charge a small percentage surcharge on the order and samples.
And those are great ideas too! Happy to say we're actively working on the first two, and the third one is done.
Iâve been watching the Cavela team execute for several months now as a Partner at XYZ, and itâs unbelievable what theyâve built for this mission. As a marketing leader, this should be a vital tool in everyoneâs toolbox as you make the physical products of your brand special and unique đ§°
@camille_ricketts1 Thanks for the kind words! We're excited to help democratize global manufacturing and empower anyone to realize their product vision.
Hey Anthony,
How does Cavela ensure quality control when working with such a vast network of suppliers?
Congrats on the launch!
@kyrylosilin Great question! We pre-vet the suppliers through various methodologies before bringing them onboard. From there, we monitor metrics such as responsiveness and quality of sample photos, etc. and always deploy in-person QA for orders to make sure the final product is of the highest quality. We're always improving our process.
Hey Product Maker! Your tool is really impressive. Just added it to my free AI directory at https://freeaitool.ai/tool/cavela Keep up the great work!
@muhammad_salman39 Definitely! In fact, we've already worked with a couple dozen brands across various product categories.
Congrats on the launch! The back-and-forth with suppliers can be a huge pain. Cavela seems like it really simplifies the whole process.đđ
@lucasbenjaminfoster1 You've nailed it. On average it takes 1000 messages back and forth from first contact to final order. That's painful enough, but when you also factor in the time difference, language, and technological hurdles, it can cause significant time delays and costly errors in the final order.
Congratulations on launching this innovative product! I'm really excited about the potential it has to revolutionize the way we source physical products.
I find it intriguing that your virtual sourcing agent can negotiate with thousands of suppliers on our behalf. The idea of having samples and orders delivered straight to my doorstep sounds incredibly convenient and could save a lot of time for entrepreneurs and creators alike.
Have you considered adding features that allow users to track the negotiation process in real-time? Additionally, it would be great to know how the quality of suppliers is ensured. Looking forward to seeing how this evolvesâgreat work!
@allen_xu1130 Absolutely! You didn't include that part in the video for simplicity, but you can see that functionality in the slides we uploaded.
If it really works itâs indeed powerful !
I used to talk with manufacturers and understand the complexity that can be reduced for the masses .
Great idea.
Good luck !
@itamar_stollman Definitely a painful process I wouldn't wish on anybody!
Huge congratulations on the launch of Cavela! đ The idea of a virtual sourcing agent that negotiates with thousands of suppliers to create any product at half the cost is truly groundbreaking. đĄđ With Cavela, youâve not only simplified the sourcing process but also made it cost-effective and hassle-free. đđŚ
Wow, this is truly a game-changer! đ As someone who has juggled the complexities of product sourcing and manufacturing, I can fully appreciate the value Cavela brings to the table. The ability to leverage an extensive network of 200,000+ suppliers and have an AI agent handle all the negotiations is simply brilliant.
The time and cost savings alone are worth their weight in gold. Not to mention the peace of mind knowing that quality assurance and on-site inspections are taken care of. I love the idea of creating unique merch that stands out and promotes brand identity; it's something every startup should aim for. And the flexibility to handle everything from tech accessories to event promotions is just icing on the cake.
Can't wait to see what amazing products people will come up with using Cavela. Kudos to the team for this innovative solution! đ
Fascinating concept, @asardain! Cavela's approach to linking designers directly with a vast manufacturing network could revolutionize how custom products are sourced and produced. How does Cavela ensure quality control across such a diverse network of suppliers? Also, any thoughts on sustainability practices within your supply chains? This could be a major selling point for eco-conscious brands and consumers alike. Great initiative on disrupting traditional manufacturing!
@xtralite Great question. At the moment QA is a combination of automated and human-mediated methods. We pre-screen and cross-validate suppliers through a couple methods (it depends by country) before bringing them onboard. From there, we monitor various metrics such as responsiveness and quality of sample photos, etc. and always deploy in-person QA for final orders to make sure the final product is of the highest quality. We're continually looking for new ways to automate the quality assurance.
For sustainability: absolutely, and we are asked this often. We can request certain sustainability certifications for users that are looking for certain compliance.
This is really really cool, it would be a game changer for e-commerce businesses. I am just wondering what the quality of the outreach email/messages are because thats ultimately the most important value proposition of the product. But nevertheless, its seems super powerful for anyone in the physical product space
@daniel_xpo Thanks Daniel! You're right about the quality of the email/messages, but the user-submitted product specs are equally, if not more, important to ensure a successful process. Our AI helps direct that side as well.
Not gonna lie, when I looked at the tagline, I thought this is some kind of 3D printing farm. But this is even better.
The problem with lots of marketplace is they are too free. Anyone can join and that causes a problem. People want quality over quantity. There are tons of industries like this - I can see a platform like this in the wedding supplier industry can work really well too!
How good is the agent at filtering out suppliers? Looks like there are real footage of real suppliers, what's the process for getting this to work?
Congrats on the launch here and the fundraise @asardain
@tonyhanded Great question. We use various vetting methodogies before bringing them onto the platform, and we further filter further downstream on the basis of responsiveness, quality of sample/order photography, previous experiences, and more. You don't want to be too rigid, however, because of the tradeoff between quality and cost. Some users are willing to take a slight quality hit if it means significant cost savings.
On the point about marketplaces are "too free" â that's true, and it creates issues on the user side too. Too many "unserious" users can create problems for suppliers as well.
This looks really great! Havenât seen this type of product yet so Iâm super intrigued . I can totally see this being super useful. Curious to know if the negotiation process is fully automated or it can be done manually too ? Great product, great launch campaign⌠congrats guys ! đ
@simona_o_neill3 Thank you Simona! We're automating everything to minimize the work the user has to do. Of course, there are sometimes moments where we have to loop the user in to accept introduced negotiation terms, etc but that's the idea. I'm curious â what scenario do you have in mind where you'd like the negotiation to be manual?
@asardain this looks really helpful and seems like what I need for our merch project. Just one question thoughâdoes Cavela work with any specific regions or is it global? And can I see some supplier examples before signing up?
@asherdorianthorne Great question Asher. We primarily source out of Asia, however we do have coverage in Europe and Latin America.
I'm super excited by what Cavela is building. It's very powerful to delegate negotiation to a sourcing agent which finds the best price and best manufacturer for a product's specifications.
This sounds like a game-changing tool for anyone looking to bring a physical product to life! By combining a virtual sourcing agent with a vast global manufacturing network, youâre simplifying the process and drastically cutting down costs. The ability to describe a product and have the agent handle negotiations with suppliers is a huge time-saver, and having samples and orders delivered directly to your doorstep is a great touch.
For entrepreneurs or businesses looking to streamline their product creation process, this could be an invaluable asset. Excited to see how this transforms the way people approach product development and sourcing!
Cavela seems much needed - really saves you from the hassle to research for suppliers and find the best deal. Congrats on the great idea and this launch, team!
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