Navigating the LeapSource Platform: A User’s Guide

Introduction

LeapSource is an AI-powered platform designed to revolutionize the way businesses discover and connect with manufacturing suppliers. This guide will walk you through the features of LeapSource, helping you understand how to navigate the platform effectively to find the right suppliers for your needs.

Getting Started with LeapSource

To begin using LeapSource, you need to create an account. Follow these simple steps:

1. Create an Account:

   • Visit the LeapSource homepage.
   • Click on the "Sign Up" button.
   • Fill in the required details, including your name, email address, and a password.
   • Confirm your email address by clicking the verification link sent to your inbox.

Exploring the Platform

1. Home Page:

   • The home page allows you to select available manufacturers by supplier type.
   • Each supplier type (such as Machine Shops) contains a comprehensive list of suppliers, listing specific attributes (such as capabilities, materials, etc.) to be filtered for your specific needs.

2. Browse Suppliers:

   • Use the search bar at the top of the dashboard to enter keywords related to the products or services you need.
   • The AI-powered search engine will provide a list of relevant suppliers, understanding capabilities, areas of expertise, and other critical criteria to match your needs.

3. User Account:

   • Click on your profile icon in the top right corner to access your account.
   • Update your personal information, change your password, and manage your account settings.

Viewing Supplier Profiles

Once you find a potential supplier, you can view their detailed profile to assess their suitability.

1. Supplier Card:

   • Click on a supplier’s name from the search results to view their card.
   • The supplier card includes information about their capabilities, industries served, materials used, and contact details.

2. Capabilities and Competencies:

   • Review the supplier’s listed capabilities and more to ensure they align with your needs.
   • You can check their certifications and quality control processes (coming soon).

3. User Reviews and Ratings:

   • Read reviews and ratings from other users to gauge the supplier’s reliability and performance.
   • You can also leave your own reviews based on your experiences.

Saving and Filtering Suppliers

LeapSource allows you to save suppliers to your favorites list and filter by these favorites to make informed decisions.

1. Saving Suppliers:

   • Click the "Favorites" button on a supplier’s card to add them to your favorites list.
   • Access your saved suppliers from the "Favorites" section of the dashboard.

Contacting Suppliers

Once you have identified potential suppliers, you can visit their website directly to initiate contact.

1. Direct Website Access:

   • Visit the supplier’s website directly through the link provided on their card to contact them for inquiries and further details.

For Manufacturers: Adding a Supplier and Claiming a Business

1. Adding a Supplier:

   • Suppliers can be added to the LeapSource platform. Before adding, ensure your business is not already listed to avoid duplicates.
   • If your business is not listed, go to the “Add Supplier” section and fill in the necessary details about your company, including capabilities, industries served, and materials used.

2. Claiming a Business:

   • If your business is already listed, you can claim it by clicking on the “Claim Business” button on your supplier card.
   • Provide the required verification details to gain control over your supplier profile.

AI-Powered Insights and Future Trends

LeapSource’s AI capabilities will soon provide valuable insights to help you make better decisions.

1. AI Recommendations:

   • Receive personalized supplier recommendations based on your preferences. This feature is coming soon.

2. Trend Analysis for Manufacturers

   • AI will analyze current trends tailored for each supplier, and suggest similar industries or applications based on the current areas of expertise. This will help suppliers explore new growth opportunities and markets.

Get Started with LeapSource Today

Explore how LeapSource’s AI-powered platform can revolutionize your supplier discovery process. Sign up now and take the first step towards building stronger, more efficient supplier partnerships. Share your experiences and feedback with us as we continue to enhance our platform to better serve the manufacturing community.