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A disciplined sourcing process

From requirement to controlled delivery.

International sourcing becomes manageable when responsibilities, specifications, checkpoints and decisions are defined before production begins.

Our approach

Structured, transparent and practical.

We reduce sourcing risk by creating clarity before commitment and maintaining communication during execution.

Every assignment is different, but the underlying method remains consistent. We define the requirement, assess the manufacturer, validate the product and follow the agreed production process. Decisions and deviations are documented and escalated when necessary.

The sourcing journey

Seven controlled stages.

01

Project definition

We clarify what must be sourced and what success means.

  • Product and technical requirements
  • Volumes, target, timing and Incoterms
  • Quality and documentation requirements
02

Market and supplier search

Potential manufacturers are identified and approached using a consistent briefing.

  • Manufacturer screening
  • Capability and quotation comparison
  • Commercial clarification
03

Supplier qualification

Shortlisted suppliers are assessed before a production commitment is made.

  • Organisation and capacity
  • Technical experience
  • Communication and documentation
04

Development and samples

Requirements are translated into a production-ready product and approved reference.

  • Drawings and specification alignment
  • Samples and feedback rounds
  • Release criteria
05

Commercial confirmation

Scope, price, planning, payment and responsibilities are confirmed before production.

  • Final quotation
  • Delivery terms and milestones
  • Control and reporting plan
06

Production control

Our China team follows progress and communicates issues while action is still possible.

  • Milestone follow-up
  • Deviation and corrective-action coordination
  • Status reporting
07

Inspection and handover

Agreed checks and documentation are completed before the shipment is handed over.

  • Pre-shipment verification
  • Packing and document review
  • Coordination with logistics partners
Clear responsibilities

One project, two local perspectives.

Prowal Netherlands

  • Commercial and contractual communication
  • Project definition and scope alignment
  • European customer interface
  • Decision-making and escalation
  • Consolidated project reporting

Prowal China · Dalian

  • Direct communication with manufacturers
  • Sample and development follow-up
  • Production milestone monitoring
  • On-site coordination when agreed
  • Inspection and documentation support
Communication

No unnecessary black box.

The reporting method is agreed at the beginning of the assignment. Updates focus on decisions, progress, deviations and actions—not unnecessary administration.

A typical update covers

Current project status
Completed milestones
Open technical or commercial points
Risks and required decisions
Next actions and responsibilities
Your next sourcing project

Start with a clear requirement.

Send us your product information, expected volume, planning and current sourcing status. We will determine the most suitable next step.

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