Service

Sourcing & Development

With over 20 years in the industry, I help clients source the best factories, suppliers, and materials globally. I leverage my expert network to find the right people and companies to meet your specific needs. In the development phase, I offer end-to-end solutions, including design, prototype creation, and much more, ensuring your product aligns with the highest standards of performance, quality, and innovation.

Our CAPABILITIES

Factories & Supplier

  • Shoe Factories: Depends on your needs, there are reliable & experienced facilities for manufacturing high-quality footwear. All kind of Products & methods are available:
    • Cementing
    • PU Direct Injeciton
    • Waterproof (GoreTEx, etc.)
    • Sandals
    • Safety 
    • etc.
  • Electing a last maker for new or existing footwear projects, you want to work with an experienced last manufacturer that can provide high-quality, precision-engineered lasts based on your design needs.
  • Suppliers for Materials & Components: Access to a variety of materials and components to suit your product specifications. 
  • Outsole Factories & Mold Shops: Expertise in producing midsoles, outsoles, plates, etc. and custom molds.
  • 3D Printing Services: Quick prototyping solutions for rapid design iterations.
  • Machines for footwear production and automation

One key challenge in sourcing is finding a factory willing to accept a low minimum order quantity (MOQ), especially for first-time collaborations.

  • Navigating these complexities requires a strategic approach. We help to find a factory, we plan and source based on factors like costs, marketplace demands, and product specifications to ensure you receive optimal value. Whether you need a factory that handles high or low MOQs, our expertise will help you develop a sourcing strategy that aligns with your growth objectives and minimizes risk.

Prototypes & Samples

our footwear sourcing service includes expert assistance in obtaining high-quality prototypes and samples. Turning your ideas, sketches, or designs into tangible products is a crucial step in the development process.

  • Finding the right factory to create prototypes can be challenging. While 3D printing offers a quick solution, a real stitched, knitted, or assembled prototype provides invaluable feedback on performance and fit. These prototypes are essential for wear testing, refining your design, and accelerating development.
  • Prototypes and samples are perfect for showcasing your ideas at exhibitions or fashion shows, giving you a powerful tool to present your concepts effectively. Let us help you find the best solution for creating prototypes that meet your needs and push your development forward.
  • Create prototypes or samples in Europe or the US before transitioning to mass production in Asia. This strategy helps reduce development time and simplifies communication, ensuring that your exact requirements are met.

Expert Network

Share your ideas or concepts, we’ll help you find the right Designer to bring your vision to life.

  • Innovative Performance Products: Partner with experts for innovative designs and advanced materials that enhance product performance.
  • Classic Collections: Creating sketches & styles, for sneakers, kids footwear, casual, safety, outdoor and many more shoe groups
  • Diverse Variations on existing products: Developing various groups, including color and material variations to match market trends.
  • Outsole Design: Custom outsole designs that ensure durability and functionality.
  • Outsole Tooling Experts: Collaborate with specialists to bring your outsole, midsole, upper components or anything needed a mold ideas to life.
  • 2D/3D Creation: Develop your outsole concepts through detailed 2D designs and advanced 3D renderings for thorough review.
  • 3D Prototyping Preparation: Get your 3D designs ready for prototyping, including 3D printing, mock-ups, and tooling.
  • Shell Patterns: Expertise in developing last shell, base shell, and upper shell patterns following last & design to use for sampling and production
  • Grading: Provide grading services on paper and digitally to ensure precise size scaling.
  • Upper Component Construction: Specialist support for constructing and grading upper components.

Product development
Commercialization

  • Product Engineering & developing: Follow the product from idea to finish production, offer full service of Product development, leading communication with factory and follow up with costumer.
    • Tech Packs
    • Testing specs
    • Product & trial review’s
    • Vendor & material selection
  • Expert Review: Receive in-depth evaluations of lasts, shoe construction, and materials.
  • Quality & Efficiency: Enhance product quality and manufacturing efficiency with professional insights.
  • Sustainability: Incorporate sustainable practices and materials into your production processes.
  • Problem-Solving Consulting: Benefit from tailored consulting to address and resolve specific challenges in your production and engineering processes.
  • Commercialization: Prepare confirmed sample sizes for production, including full-size run samples and tooling.
  • Extensive Trials: Conduct extreme and full-size run trials to ensure proper grading and fit.
  • Review & Optimization: Assess cost, efficiency, process, SOPs, quality, and testing to refine and finalize your product.

Branding

Let us help you enhance your footwear with personalized branding and develop products that meet your industry’s requirements.

  • Branding on Existing Products: Add your company, club, or commercial logo to any type of already developed shoe.
  • Custom Product Development: Create specialized footwear tailored for specific industries and unique needs.

Our Key Values

Find the right partner
By listening & understanding your need we will work together to find the right partner with you.
Quality & Reliability
We prioritize quality and reliability in every aspect of our sourcing services. Our team meticulously selects suppliers and manufacturers who adhere to the highest standards of craftsmanship and consistency. By conducting thorough quality checks and audits, we ensure that every product meets your specifications and exceeds your expectations.
Cost & Value
Balancing cost and value is essential for your business’s profitability. We leverage our extensive network and industry expertise to negotiate the best prices without compromising on quality. Our goal is to provide you with cost-effective solutions that offer exceptional value, helping you maximize your return on investment.
Responsivness & Capacity
In the fast-paced world of fashion, responsiveness and capacity are key. We work with suppliers who can scale production to meet your demands and adapt quickly to changes. Our proactive approach ensures that your supply chain remains agile and responsive, allowing you to stay ahead of market trends and customer needs.
Risk Managment
Navigating the complexities of global sourcing involves inherent risks. We help you mitigate these risks by conducting comprehensive due diligence on all potential partners. From assessing financial stability to evaluating ethical practices, we ensure that your supply chain is robust and resilient.
Communication & Collaboration
Effective communication and collaboration are at the heart of our sourcing services. We foster transparent and open lines of communication between you and your suppliers, ensuring that everyone is aligned and working towards common goals. Our collaborative approach helps build strong, long-lasting relationships that drive success.
Sustainability
We are committed to promoting sustainability in every aspect of our sourcing process. Our team actively seeks out suppliers who prioritize environmentally friendly practices and materials. By focusing on sustainable sourcing, we help you reduce your environmental footprint and meet the growing demand for eco-conscious products. Together, we can create a more sustainable future for the footwear industry.
Consumer driven
Understanding the needs and preferences of your consumers is at the core of our development process. We conduct extensive market research and consumer feedback analysis to create products that resonate with your target audience. By aligning our development strategies with consumer insights, we ensure that every product we develop meets the highest standards of comfort, style, and functionality.
Speed & Efficieny
In the fast-paced world of fashion, speed is crucial. Our streamlined development process is designed to bring your products to market quickly without compromising on quality. We leverage advanced technologies and efficient workflows to reduce lead times and ensure timely delivery. With FootwearSolution, you can stay ahead of trends and meet the ever-changing demands of the market.
Innovative Solutions
Innovation is at the heart of what we do. Our team of experts is constantly exploring new technologies, materials, and design concepts to push the boundaries of footwear development. Whether it’s incorporating smart features, using cutting-edge materials, or creating unique designs, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that set your brand apart.
Responsivness & Capacity
In the fast-paced world of fashion, responsiveness and capacity are key. We work with suppliers who can scale production to meet your demands and adapt quickly to changes. Our proactive approach ensures that your supply chain remains agile and responsive, allowing you to stay ahead of market trends and customer needs.
Sustainability
Sustainability is not just a buzzword for us; it’s a commitment. We integrate eco-friendly materials and processes into every stage of our development. From sourcing sustainable raw materials to implementing energy-efficient manufacturing practices, we strive to minimize our environmental footprint. Our goal is to help you create footwear that not only looks good but also does good for the planet.
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