LiveSource: The Essential Supplier Portal for Streamlining Product Launches in Manufacturing

About LiveSource

LiveSource stands out as a transformative solution for manufacturers navigating the complexities of product launches. As part of Blume Global, it offers a comprehensive Supplier Portal that effectively mitigates hidden risks throughout the launch process. The platform excels in providing real-time visibility into supplier certification statuses and the implications of last-minute changes to the bill of materials, ensuring that manufacturers are always prepared for what lies ahead.

One of the most commendable features of LiveSource is its ability to streamline chaotic communications that often plague product launches. By consolidating critical information that is typically scattered across emails and spreadsheets, LiveSource creates a single source of truth. This not only enhances collaboration among departments but also significantly reduces the likelihood of costly surprises that can derail a project.

The platform is specifically designed for direct materials manufacturing, addressing the unique challenges faced by industries that require complex cost breakdowns and detailed downstream processes. Unlike generic solutions, LiveSource is tailored to meet the needs of 18,000 manufacturers daily, making it an invaluable tool for those in highly engineered parts production.

Industry leaders such as Dana and Goodman Manufacturing have already reaped the benefits of LiveSource, leveraging its capabilities to centralize supplier performance data and gain unprecedented visibility into their supply chains. The testimonials from satisfied clients underscore the platform's effectiveness in enhancing supplier communications and optimizing the product launch process.

LiveSource is not just another tool; it is a game-changer for manufacturers looking to eliminate chaos and ensure successful product launches. With its robust features and industry-specific focus, it is a must-consider solution for any organization aiming to stay competitive in today's fast-paced market. If you're seeking to take control of your product launch process, LiveSource is undoubtedly worth exploring.

Purchasing Features

• Compliance Management
• Contract Management
• Purchase Order Management
• Requisitions & Approvals
• Sourcing Management
• Supplier Management

Procurement Features

• Asset Management
• Auction Management
• Bid Management
• Contract Management
• Inventory Management
• Purchase Order Management
• Requisitions & Approvals
• Sourcing Management
• Supplier Management

Quality Management Features

• Audit Management
• Complaint Management
• Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
• Defect Tracking
• Risk Management
• Supplier Quality Control
• Training Management

Manufacturing Execution Features

• Document Management
• Forecasting
• Quality Control
• Quote Management
• Resource Management
• Supplier Management
• Supply Chain Management
• Traceability

Supply Chain Management Features

• Electronic Data Interchange
• Order Fulfillment
• Shipping Management
• Supplier Management

Financial Risk Management Features

• Operational Risk Management