Trading process

A disciplined path for B2B inquiries.

The process is built to keep buyer needs, supplier communication, quote context, and documentation aligned from the first message.

From request to trade file

A B2B trade process should make the next step obvious.

The process is written for product supply, supplier fit, trade terms, and commercial records.

01

Inquiry intake

Capture category, specifications, estimated quantity, destination, required timing, and documentation needs.

02

Supplier fit

Review potential channels, availability, terms, pack requirements, and supplier communication readiness.

03

Terms and order context

Align quantity range, pricing context, lead time, shipment assumptions, and required commercial records.

04

Documentation and follow-up

Maintain product notes, supplier references, order context, shipment documents, and next-action tracking.

Trade desk view

A transaction view keeps every party aligned.

Route rows, status labels, and trade-file language help buyers and suppliers understand where the inquiry stands and what needs attention next.

BuyerCommercial requirement submittedOpen
SourceSupplier lane and product fit reviewedReview
TermsQuantity, timing, and documentation alignedAlign
FileTransaction record and follow-up retainedReady

Required inputs

DOWERTY can move faster when the inquiry is complete.

Product

What is being sourced

Category, description, required specs, acceptable alternatives, and any packaging requirements.

Commercial

How the order should work

Estimated volume, reorder potential, target timeline, destination context, and buyer expectations.

Documents

What must be retained

Supplier records, quotes, product files, packing context, shipping references, and internal notes.

Start the process

Begin with a qualified trade inquiry.

Send product category, quantity range, destination, timeline, and documentation needs.