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Factory Sourcing Checklists & Supplier Vetting Blueprints

Find real factories, interrogate suppliers with the exact right questions, and trace any brand to its manufacturer. Zero experience needed — every guide includes a 1-minute visual setup.

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The 100-Point Factory Score — Real Pages From the Checklist

This is the actual scoring system inside the Factory Vetting Checklist: ask the 18 questions in Section A, check the 8 red flags in Section B, then score the answers in Section C. The number tells you whether to order samples, verify harder, or walk away.

🧮 SECTION C: SCORING — Factory Vetting Checklist 100 Points • 3 Verdicts
QuestionsWhat Earns Full PointsPoints
Q1–Q4Full company details + real factory photos/video20
Q5–Q7Proven experience + exact material specs + clear customization pricing20
Q8–Q11MOQ fits your budget + clear pricing tiers + safe payment terms20
Q12–Q14Lead times stated in writing + realistic shipping estimate15
Q15–Q18Real QC process + allows inspection + defect policy + certificates shown25
Section BMinus red-flag deductions (8 deal-breakers)− flags
Your verdict: 80–100 — strong supplier, order samples.   50–79 — usable, verify the weak spots.   Below 50 — walk away.
First two questions, word for word: Q1. What is your company's full registered name and address? Q2. How many years have you been manufacturing (not just trading)?
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Supplier Risk Scorer — 4 Real Checks From the Checklist

Test a supplier you are talking to right now using 4 of the 18 checks from the Factory Vetting Checklist. Change the answers below to see your live score.

🧮 SUPPLIER RISK SCORER — Factory Vetting Checklist (Demo) 4 of 18 Checks • Live Score
Preliminary score STRONG CANDIDATE
100 / 100

Strong preliminary pass on these 4 checks. Before wiring a sample or production deposit, run the remaining 14 questions in the full checklist — tooling ownership, lead-time terms, and defect / inspection rules.

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Preview of Factory Vetting Checklist — sample pages PDF PLAYBOOK + FILLABLE CHECKLIST

Factory Vetting Checklist

A fill-in-the-blanks interrogation sheet for any factory: 18 exact questions to ask, 8 red flags that kill the deal, and a scoring system that tells you whether to order or walk away.

What's Inside — full contents
  1. 1-Minute Setup Guide
  2. Section A: The 18 Questions (ask in this order)
  3. 1. Business Basics 2. Product & Capability
  4. 3. Money: MOQ & Pricing 4. Time: Lead Times 5. Quality Control
  5. Section B: Red Flags (8 deal-breakers)
  6. Section C: 100-Point Scoring System + Verdict
  7. Quick Reference: Safe Payment Order (safest to riskiest)

Delivered as: designed PDF playbook + fillable checklist (instant download)

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Preview of Import Database Mastery — sample pages PDF PLAYBOOK

Import Database Mastery

The ImportYeti + ImportGenius cheat-sheet: type in any brand and find the factory behind it. Exact click paths, what every data field means, and a worked trace-through example.

What's Inside — full contents
  1. 1-Minute Setup Guide
  2. Part 1: ImportYeti (free) — Exact Click Path
  3. What each column means (plain English)
  4. The Trace: Brand to Factory (step-by-step)
  5. Part 2: ImportGenius (paid) — When to Upgrade
  6. Part 3: Worked Example (brand to factory in 5 steps)
  7. Honest Limitations (so you don't get fooled)

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Preview of Direct Sourcing Playbook — sample pages PDF PLAYBOOK SYSTEM

Direct Sourcing Playbook

The flagship end-to-end system: product idea → factory shortlist → first-contact email templates → samples → third-party QC → mass production → shipping → verifying "American-made" claims.

What's Inside — full contents
  1. 1-Minute Setup Guide
  2. Phase 1: Factory Shortlist (Day 1-2)
  3. Phase 2: First Contact — Copy-Paste Email Templates
  4. Phase 3: Samples (Week 2-3) — Never Skip This
  5. Phase 4: Mass Production (Week 4-8)
  6. 4A. Lock the deal in writing 4B. Pay the deposit
  7. 4C. Inspect BEFORE balance 4D. Shipping
  8. Phase 5: Verifying 'American-Made' Claims (FTC-safe)
  9. Realistic 12-Week Timeline

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Sourcing Blind vs. Sourcing With a System

Most importers lose money on the first order because they guess. Factory Intel is the checklist, the tracing method, and the payment order — written down, in sequence.

Sourcing StepGuessing / Forum AdviceGeneric Sourcing CourseFactory Intel
Vetting a factory"They replied fast, seems legit"General tips, no scoring✅ 18 questions + 100-point score + verdict
Finding a brand's real factory❌ No method⚠️ Theory, no click-path✅ ImportYeti shipment records, click by click
Paying safely100% upfront wire and hope⚠️ "Use Trade Assurance" (that's it)✅ Safe Payment Order, safest → riskiest, ranked
First contact❌ Awkward cold messages⚠️ Maybe one template✅ Copy-paste email templates per phase
FormatScattered posts & videosVideo only, no worksheets✅ Designed PDF playbooks + fillable checklist + scoring calculator

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I vet a factory on Alibaba?

Use the Factory Vetting Checklist: ask the 18 questions in order (business basics, capability, MOQ/pricing, lead times, QC), check the 8 red flags, and score the answers. 80+ means order samples; under 50 means walk away. Never order without samples and never pay 100% upfront on a first order.

What is ImportYeti and is it really free?

ImportYeti is a free website showing real US import shipment records. Type in a brand name and it shows which factories ship to them, how much, and how often — so you can trace any brand to its real manufacturer. The Import Database Mastery guide walks you through it click by click.

How do I verify a product is really made in America?

The FTC requires "all or virtually all" US content for an unqualified "Made in USA" claim. Ask the supplier for their US factory address and the percentage of US-sourced components in writing. The Direct Sourcing Playbook's Phase 5 covers exactly what to ask and which phrases are legally safe.

What exactly do I receive, and how do I use it?

You get a designed PDF playbook that opens on any phone, tablet, or computer — no special software needed. Start with the 1-minute setup on page one, then follow the steps in order. The checklists are fillable: type your answers in on your device, or print the pages and write on them. The exact questions, clicks, and email templates are laid out page by page in front of you.

Can I use these guides on mobile?

Yes. Your PDF playbook and fillable checklist open right on your phone — follow along step by step. The click-paths name exact buttons on Alibaba, ImportYeti, and email apps, and work the same on mobile browsers.

Does the $149 Complete Vault Bundle include all three products?

Yes. The Complete Factory Intel Vault Bundle ($149) includes all three systems — the Factory Vetting Checklist ($37), Import Database Mastery ($97), and the Direct Sourcing Playbook ($297) — a $431 combined value, so you save $282 (65% off). You receive every format: the designed PDF playbooks, the fillable checklist, the scoring calculator, and plain-text (.md) copies of each guide, delivered instantly after checkout. Like every Factory Intel product, the bundle is covered by our 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee.

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Every purchase is covered by our 30-Day Money-Back Guarantee. Use the product — and if it doesn't help, email us at support@getfactoryintel.com within 30 days of purchase and we'll refund you in full to your original payment method. No questions, no hoops. See our Refund Policy for details.