Start with the constraint that can break your launch
For most smaller brands, the real problem is not finding a supplier. It is choosing a supplier whose MOQ, turnaround time, and quote process match the speed of the business.
Compare beyond the headline unit price
Price is still the fastest filter, but it should not be the only one.
### What to compare
Build a shortlist before sending RFQs
If you narrow suppliers to the best two or three fits first, your quote requests become easier to compare and much easier to negotiate.