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Sourcing made simple

Joined March 2018
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When sourcing decisions are structured earlier, the outcomes change: - Faster sourcing decisions - Less supplier rework - Earlier validation of cost and feasibility One brand reduced sourcing timelines by ~50%. Learn more: material-exchange.com/
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Why do sourcing teams spend so much time chasing information? Not because it doesn't exist. Because it's spread across suppliers, systems and workflows. By the time information reaches PLM, many key decisions have already been made. Read more: material-exchange.com/why-so…
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One thing consistently improves sourcing outcomes: bringing suppliers into the process earlier with better context. Earlier involvement helps validate feasibility, identify risks and reduce rework before development moves forward. Learn more: material-exchange.com/
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One recurring sourcing problem: Cost, compliance and feasibility are validated too late. Because decisions move across fragmented workflows. That’s where delays, iterations and supplier rework begin. See how sourcing decisions can be validated earlier: material-exchange.com/
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Most sourcing delays start before development moves forward. Teams still coordinate across emails, spreadsheets and disconnected workflows – causing delays, late validation and rework downstream. See how sourcing decisions can be structured earlier: material-exchange.com
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Unique supply chain challenges are rising. One solution is clear. Read our latest blog post to learn more about how Frank might just help sourcing professionals through this uncertain period here: ow.ly/J9pm50Y17FZ Sourcing made simple.​ #sourcingwithfrank #simplesourcing
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Our sourcing expert Frank the bear gets his sourcing know-how through:​ - Generative AI;​ - Natural Language Processing; and ​ - Retrieval-Augmented Generation.​ Learn more about Frank and all that he can do here: ow.ly/PKxv50Y05ly #sourcingwithfrank #simplesourcing
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Material Exchange's founders are out to solve sourcing professionals' pain points through simplified sourcing via Frank. Frank facilitates fast, confident sourcing for brands. Learn how here: ow.ly/hLPJ50XXblN Sourcing made simple.​ ​#sourcingwithfrank #simplesourcing
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Recycling Europe Textiles has asked the European Commission to include recycled material targets in future ecodesign rules. How can brands get the material data needed to follow this? One word: Frank. Learn more here: ow.ly/XKqW50XW6yu #sourcingwithfrank #simplesourcing
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With Frank, brands organize their search into folders and invite trusted suppliers to add relevant materials. One place, all options - curated by the people who know them best. Learn more here: ow.ly/1QVK50XTnt0 Sourcing made simple. #sourcingwithfrank #simplesourcing
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Fashion brands can now get support to make material choices from Frank. Discover how this dapper bear can help your brand source the right materials here: ow.ly/RqIE50XSaG2 Sourcing made simple. #sourcingwithfrank #simplesourcing #frankthebear #sourcingwithfrank
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2025 is closing out - a year of discovery, progress, innovation, and collaboration here at Material Exchange. We hope your year has been a good one, and we wish you all the best for 2026 from Frank and the entire Material Exchange team. ​ ​#sourcingwithfrank #simplesourcing
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Frank and the team are busy winding down the year – and would like to wish you a very happy holiday season. May you find peace, joy, and rest in the coming days to re-charge for an exciting year ahead! #materialexchange #simplesourcing #frankthebear​ #sourcingwithfrank
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Frank makes sourcing simple by showcasing every data detail on suppliers' materials to top brands. Make Frank a part of showcasing your fabrics, learn more here: ow.ly/24FO50XLp4m Sourcing made simple.​ #materialexchange #simplesourcing #frankthebear​ #sourcingwithfrank
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How is fashion progressing on its climate goals for 2030? Read our latest blog post to find out, and see who may be able to give a helping hand. Read the blog here: ow.ly/nsZP50XKkV5 #sustainability #simplesourcing #frankthebear #sourcingwithfrank
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Sourcing requires communication. Instead of scattered messages across email and social media, keep it all in one place with Frank. Learn more here: material-exchange.com/?utm_c… Sourcing made simple. #materialexchange #simplesourcing #frankthebear #sourcingwithfrank #simplesourcing
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Frank is an official partner of the planet's leading sustainability data platform @worldlyio. Learn all about the partnership here: ow.ly/jqqA50XG7nB Simple, sustainable sourcing with Frank. Book a demo today. #materialexchange #worldly #simplesourcing #sourcingwithfrank
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Have you checked out the Folders now available in Frank yet? Now, Frank users can discover as well as share, save, evaluate, and shortlist materials - all in Folders. Book a demo to learn more here: ow.ly/lERb50XBLms #sourcingwithfrank #simplesourcing
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Textile recycling is gaining traction, at least in the European Union. Frank helps brands choose materials for their next line with confidence, based on recycled content requirements. Check it out: ow.ly/KMU250XABbW
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Post the @denimpv show in Milan, Frank will spend his weekend sorting through all the new materials he discovered there. Here's a peek at a few. Find more top-quality materials with Frank - book a demo here for details: ow.ly/iFZ150Xz30X #denimpv #simplesourcing
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