Verify Before You Trust
Every supplier sounds great on a call. Verification is how you find out which claims hold up — before your money is on the line. Led by Wesley Clayton — 15 years importing and producing across China and Vietnam (apparel, medical scrubs, hi-viz, activewear, footwear and PPE).
What Looks Good on Paper Often Isn't
A logo on a PDF is not a certification. A glossy catalog is not capacity. Claims need to be checked.
Unverifiable Certifications
Certificate logos that don't trace to a real, current registration.
Invented Track Records
'Years of experience' and big-brand name-drops that don't survive a reference call.
Samples ≠ Production
A perfect hand-made sample tells you little about a mass-production run.
How I Verify a Supplier
Independent checks that confirm the supplier is who they say they are.
Legal & export verification
Business registration, manufacturing scope, export license and recent shipping records confirmed.
Reference checks
Real conversations with current or recent customers about quality, timeliness and problem-handling.
Sample validation
Samples assessed against your spec and against what mass production will realistically deliver.
Compliance check
Confirmation the supplier meets the requirements for your product and destination market.
Verification dossier
Everything documented so you can decide with facts, not vibes.
What You Get
Clear, decision-ready deliverables — not vague advice.
Verification Dossier
All checks compiled in one document.
Reference Summary
What real customers actually said.
Compliance Status
Gaps flagged for your product and market.
Risk Notes
Anything that didn't add up.
27 Questions Every Factory Should Answer Before You Place an Order
The questions I ask before recommending any factory in China or Vietnam. Bring them to your next supplier call — instant download, no cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same as a factory audit?
It's complementary. Verification confirms specific claims; a full audit assesses overall capability and risk on the floor.
Can you verify suppliers in both China and Vietnam?
Yes — verification is available across both, and beyond on request.
How many references do you check?
As many as are needed to get a clear, honest picture — ideally brands in your category.
What if a supplier refuses to provide documents?
That's itself a finding. Reluctance to verify is one of the clearest early warning signs.
Confirm the Claims Before You Order
FactoryBridge helps brands verify suppliers, interpret factory responses, and reduce sourcing risk across China and Vietnam.