What to Check Before Working With a New Supplier
Before a company commits to working with a new supplier, it's worth going through a concrete check — not just the impression from the first exchange, but real, verifiable items.
Business Registration and Legal Status
Check the company's official registration number against the public registry in Turkey. This basic check confirms the company actually exists and operates legally.
Production Capacity Relative to Your Order
A supplier that claims it can deliver a large quantity on a short timeline, without the production capacity to match, rarely manages to keep that promise. Ask about monthly production capacity for your type of product.
Quality Control Process
Ask how the supplier checks quality before shipping — whether there's internal inspection, at what stage of production it happens, and whether inspection reports from previous orders are available.
Payment Terms That Protect Both Sides
Clearly define the payment structure — deposit, balance, and what happens if goods don't match spec. Terms that protect only one side are a signal to keep negotiating before signing.
Communication Channels and Response Time
Agree in advance on what communication will look like during the partnership — which channel, what working hours, who the contact person is for urgent issues. This matters far more once a problem comes up than when everything is going smoothly.
Logistics Capability
Check whether the supplier has experience preparing goods for export — proper packaging for transport, standard export documentation, and working with freight forwarders.
A Backup Plan
For larger orders, it's worth thinking in advance about what happens if the supplier doesn't deliver on time or at the agreed quality. Companies with an alternative rarely end up stuck.
How SIBDENX Helps With This Check
SIBDENX TRADE D.O.O. helps companies in Serbia go through this verification process before starting a partnership with a supplier in Turkey — from checking basic business details to coordinating communication and samples.
Conclusion
The check before working with a new supplier takes some time, but it's far cheaper than fixing problems after an order has already shipped. A company that goes through this list enters the partnership with a much clearer picture.
Contact Us
Planning to work with a new supplier and want help with the verification process? Contact SIBDENX TRADE D.O.O. — we review every inquiry individually.
Inquiry form — on sibdenxtrade.rs
Email: info@sibdenxtrade.rs
Phone / WhatsApp: +381 62 752 830
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