Autoweb GlobalSource:
• Does your organization spend excessive time and resources compiling engineering data and related documents for RFQ's?
• Does sending RFQ packages to geographically dispersed locations cause inflated lead times and unwanted expense?
• Is your current RFQ process difficult to manage?
• Is the sensitive information distributed in your RFQ's protected from unwanted eyes?
Autoweb GlobalSource is an electronic process to aggregate and distribute bid packages, consisting of engineering data and related documents, in a secure, auditable, and efficient manner. Autoweb GlobalSource is available as an independent solution or integrated into Autoweb's Fusion-DX platform.
GlobalSource leverages existing global connectivity to implement and manage RFQ processes related to product development initiatives. Utilizing the same encryption and security techniques built into the Intellectual Property Exchange platform, GlobalSource effectively protects sensitive data without interfering in the bid process.
Why GlobalSource?
As pressure mounts to deliver high quality products to the market more quickly, manufacturers are increasingly reliant on trading partners to perform integrated engineering and design activities. Globalization, pressures to innovate and fluctuating market conditions require manufacturers to quickly and efficiently perform procurement activities.
Traditional Request for Quote (RFQ) processes are excessively time consuming and resource intensive. Unnecessary manual effort is required to aggregate content and distribute RFQ packages for bidding purposes. Time spent performing manual tasks delays the RFQ process and diverts resources from high value activities or core job functions.
As organizations expand globally, traditional RFQ distribution models become less efficient. Physically shipping RFQ packages to potential suppliers adds lead time and expense. Email lacks the security and bandwidth necessary to distribute large bid packages safely.
GlobalSource Benefits |
GlobalSource Features |
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Reduce Time and Effort with Efficient Electronic RFQ Process
Reduce Shipping and Production Costs
Increase Data SecurityProtect intellectual property with user identification and data encryption Increase RFQ visibility and manageabilityBuilt-in transaction logging and reporting provides standardized RFQ process management. |
Administrative CapabilitiesAbility to identify multiple administrators to create, delete and transmit bid packages. One assignable administrator per bid package Allows multiple users to contribute to an individual bid package Multiple Implementation OptionsHosted and Enterprise configurations available Supports all file and document typesEngineering Data (CAD files) Business Documents (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) Multiple Connectivity OptionsOFTP/ENGDAT : FTP : Autoweb Proprietary Networks Transaction Logging and ReportingAbility to generate filterable transaction reports to manage bid packages. Bi-Directional CommunicationProvides for both originator and responder initiated communications, encompassing both the distribution and aggregation of RFQ's. Security and EncryptionEmploys user authentication techniques and multiple levels of encryption to protect sensitive information. |
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Like all of Autoweb's products, GlobalSource can be easily accessed through the Autoweb Gateway with a simple Internet connection.