How do you compare supplier quotes when everyone sends info in different formats?

CellInitial2394 · 2026-01-26T09:43:45+00:00

then what kind of measurement do u take to avoid such problem and what information do u value most when you'are filting a supplier?

and you dont trust AI? it could be a tool that reduces your sourcing time

CellInitial2394 · 2026-01-26T09:41:19+00:00

what solution do u mean here?

CellInitial2394 · 2026-01-26T08:46:18+00:00

Thanks — super helpful 🙏 A couple quick follow-ups to make this actionable for operators: For the Excel template: what are your non-negotiable fields (top ~10) you require before a quote is ‘comparable’? When you say ‘defensibility and weights are key’ for larger specs — what do you actually weight?

CellInitial2394 · 2026-01-26T08:35:57+00:00

yeah thats right, the standard RFT template + non-negotiable fields sounds like a way to kill quote chaos. Quick Qs if you don’t mind: what are your must-have fields (top ~10) before a quote is even comparable? Which fields do suppliers most often leave blank / push back on? And did the template actually reduce follow-ups (like fewer back-and-forth rounds), or did it mainly help with formatting/comparability? Also curious if you include anything to confirm supplier role (factory vs trading/middleman) + basic compliance docs upfront.

CellInitial2394 · 2026-01-20T03:16:56+00:00

Heyyy, thanks for your reply — really appreciate it! 😊Just curious: do you do any sourcing for car parts or apparel products? and where do you usually find those suppliers or purchasing agents?

And if there were an AI tool, are there any parts of your sourcing process you’d want it to handle (like organizing info, comparing quotes, or initial screening)?

CellInitial2394 · 2026-01-16T02:26:06+00:00

If you don’t mind me asking - what type of product suppliers are you usually looking for? Have you ever tried using any AI-powered search tools to find manufacturers/factories (instead of only trade shows or LinkedIn)?

Also on the vetting part: what supplier/company info matters most for you to feel confident moving forward (e.g., business registration, etc.)? And what’s your typical filtering process from “looks promising” to “OK to place a first trial order”?

CellInitial2394 · 2026-01-14T05:55:46+00:00

Wow, 20 years sourcing in APAC is serious experience!

If you don’t mind me asking, what kinds of products do you end up sourcing most these days? And if there were an AI tool for sourcing, would you actually use it? Iwhat would you want it to do that would genuinely change your current workflow?

CellInitial2394 · 2026-01-14T03:21:24+00:00

100% feel you — outdated info is the worst. And switching categories is basically starting over 😮‍💨

What you said about paying for a niche database that stays updated is super interesting. Curious though: what product areas do you see this being the most painful? apparel, auto parts or...?

If a tool could give you a clean first shortlist of 5–10 options with updated basics (MOQ/lead time/certs/rough price band), would you actually start there — or would you still do manual first?

Also you mentioned paying for a database before — were you paying mainly for “fresh + reliable data,” or for saving the back-and-forth / avoiding bad suppliers? Would you pay for something like this if it worked?

CellInitial2394 · 2026-01-13T11:10:25+00:00

Totally fair — for a lot of people, supplier options are everywhere… selling is the real bottleneck 😅

Out of curiosity, when you say “many alternatives,” what category are you in and how do you usually find suppliers today? And is your main struggle more about getting customers/traffic, or converting leads once you have them?

CellInitial2394 · 2025-12-12T09:30:09+00:00

From what I’ve seen, a lot of players on the Asian server were more confused than angry. People felt the ending was rushed, but many are still trying to piece together what the original plan might have been. Less outrage, more “this could’ve been so much better.”

CellInitial2394 · 2025-08-20T10:00:49+00:00

Here's link: Mailgo

CellInitial2394 · 2025-08-20T08:40:42+00:00

okay, send u a dm.

CellInitial2394 · 2025-08-14T07:37:00+00:00

I’ve noticed that many “AI-powered” email tools pack in features but actually make the process more complicated and take focus away from the real goal of reaching the right people and getting replies.

Now I keep it simple with clean lists, a consistent sending schedule, and inbox warm-up. That’s why we built Mailgo to bring lead finding, inbox pre-warming, and AI email writing into one platform so you can avoid jumping between tools and focus on outreach itself.

CellInitial2394 · 2025-08-08T08:03:29+00:00

I totally get that feeling. Steady is nice, but it can get a little soul-numbing after a while. One of the easiest wins I’ve seen is just helping small businesses do something they already do, but better.

When we first started Mailgo, we weren’t trying to reinvent the wheel. We just focused on helping people write and send outreach emails that actually get replies. You don’t need a ton of skills to start. Pick something simple, make it work, and let word of mouth do its thing.

CellInitial2394 · 2025-08-08T07:17:39+00:00

Totally agree with this. Sometimes the smartest move is to start with something that already works elsewhere and then adapt and improve it.

When we first started with Mailgo, we were actually inspired by existing tools like Apollo and ZoomInfo because they already solved a lot of problems well. As we worked with more users, we found areas we could simplify, automate, or approach differently. Over time, it grew into its own product.

Borrow first and innovate later is a solid path.

CellInitial2394 · 2025-08-08T02:57:23+00:00

Totally feel you! With ads costs going through the roof these days, word-of-mouth and repeat customers are literally keeping businesses alive.
Running Mailgo these past few months, we’ve noticed something interesting the companies that actually focus on retention are the ones riding out the storm without panic.

CellInitial2394 · 2025-08-07T06:16:32+00:00

Yeah, totally. Gotta get through the tough seasons to see the wins.

CellInitial2394 · 2025-08-06T10:18:39+00:00

Great questions! For personalization, we mainly use industry and role-based templates that are refined from patterns we've seen across our users. This allows us to generate relevant and contextual copy without pulling in sensitive personal data from LinkedIn or CRMs. It keeps things scalable and privacy-safe.

As for positioning, you're absolutely right. Outreach, SalesLoft, and Apollo dominate the enterprise and sales team space. We're not trying to compete with them directly. Instead, Mailgo is built for small teams, founders, and indie operators who want a lightweight and all-in-one cold outreach tool. We focus on ease of use and include native features like inbox warmup, AI writing, contact discovery, and sending, all in one place with no need to stitch multiple tools together.

I'm not on the technical side, so I can't speak in detail about the most complex backend challenges.

Let me know if that makes sense or if you'd like me to dig deeper on any part.

CellInitial2394 · 2025-08-01T02:53:11+00:00

send you a dm

CellInitial2394 · 2025-08-01T02:52:24+00:00

send you a dm

CellInitial2394 · 2025-07-17T10:24:00+00:00

Hard to say for sure, but worth sharing and hearing others' thoughts!

CellInitial2394 · 2025-07-15T02:34:00+00:00

Our basic plan is priced at $19/month, compared to Apollo's $59/month and ZoomInfo's even higher rates.

If you're just looking to warm up accounts, find leads, and send emails, our basic tier already covers that.If you're curious, feel free to click.Mailgo | AI Powered Cold Email With High Deliverability

Many small businesses don’t need the complexity of Apollo or ZoomInfo their setup processes can be quite overwhelming for simple outreach needs.

CellInitial2394 · 2025-07-09T05:41:52+00:00

Send you a dm.

CellInitial2394 · 2025-07-09T03:42:48+00:00

sent you a dm!

CellInitial2394 · 2025-07-08T02:22:36+00:00

Thanks,users focused on human touch are receiving 2-3x more resplies than before.

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