Buyer-Side Control System · Vietnam

Don't Choose a Factory in Vietnam Until You've Seen This.

A structured 18-step control system — from supplier discovery to final shipment.

You don't just choose a factory. You are choosing a production system, a reliability level, and a risk profile. We make that decision visible — before you commit capital.

Buyer-side only. On the ground in Vietnam. No commissions.

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18-Step
Decision and execution control system
On the Ground
Real factory visits. Vietnam-based team.
Buyer-Side Only
No commissions. No supplier bias.
The Real Risk
The Real Risk

The factory looked right. The samples were good. Then production started.

At the beginning, everything appears correct. The supplier sounds capable. Pricing is competitive. Communication feels smooth.

But what you are seeing is a curated presentation — selected proof points and controlled visibility. What you are not seeing is how the factory actually operates day-to-day, whether capacity is real or overstated, whether quality holds when scaled.

You are no longer choosing.
You are managing damage.
By the time you find out
  • Your deposit is already paid.
  • Your timeline is already committed — to your customer.
  • Production is already underway.
  • The factory knows you have no leverage left.

These risks don't appear during emails, calls, sample reviews, or trade shows.

They appear later — when you no longer have the ability to walk away.

Why current solutions fail
Why Current Solutions Fail

If You Are Sourcing in Vietnam Today,
Your Options Look Like This.

Option 01

Online Marketplaces & Conventions

You get access to hundreds of suppliers — but no real way to verify them. You are choosing based on profiles, photos, and claims.

Option 02

Sourcing Agents

They help you move forward — but often represent suppliers or operate with hidden incentives. You don't always know if the recommendation is truly in your best interest.

Option 03

Inspection Companies

They check quality after production has already started. By then, your capital is already committed.

The result: You are still making a high-stakes decision with limited visibility.

How approaches compare

Marketplaces Agents Inspection Vietfoundry
Verified operationsPartialPost-prod
IndependentSometimes
Decision clarityLowMediumLowHigher
Post-selection supportLimited
Verified operations
Marketplaces
AgentsPartial
InspectionPost-prod
Vietfoundry
Independent
Marketplaces
Agents
InspectionSometimes
Vietfoundry
Decision clarity
MarketplacesLow
AgentsMedium
InspectionLow
VietfoundryHigher
Post-selection support
Marketplaces
AgentsLimited
Inspection
Vietfoundry
The real evaluation gap

You're measuring the wrong things.

What most buyers focus on
  • Price
  • Sample quality
  • Communication speed
  • Certifications
What actually determines success
  • Process consistency
  • Operational discipline
  • Capacity accuracy
  • Execution reliability

Without real visibility, that decision is made blindly — regardless of how much due diligence you've done.

What Vietfoundry does
What Vietfoundry Does

The Buyer's Control Layer
in Vietnam.

We don't rely on what suppliers say. We verify, validate, and control every critical step — before and after you commit capital.

What We Control
Before commitment — Decision Control
We find, verify and compare suppliers so you choose the right factory before committing capital.
After commitment — Execution Control
We monitor and validate production so what you agreed is what gets delivered.

We control the decision before you commit — and the execution after you commit.

We Are Not
  • A sourcing agent
  • A trading company
  • A marketplace
  • An inspection company
  • A factory representative
  • A commission-based intermediary

Most intermediaries operate within supplier networks — earning commissions, carrying incentives you may not see. We don't. Our only structural advantage is that we have no reason to recommend the wrong supplier.

We represent the buyer. That's it.

Why buyers choose us
Why Buyers Choose VietFoundry

The Difference, In Practice.

01

You Don't Just See Photos.
You See Reality.

Most suppliers show curated images. We show you the factory as it actually operates — in a single continuous walkthrough, with narration, real production flow, and no cuts.

With 360° and optional drone footage, you understand the full environment — not just selected angles. You see the factory exactly as if you were there — without flying to Vietnam.

02

You Don't Rely on Claims.
You Validate Them Live.

Instead of relying on emails or delayed responses, you join a live session directly from the factory floor. You speak to the supplier. You ask questions in real time.

We stand inside the factory and verify everything as it is answered. There is no delay. There is no filtering. There is no room for misrepresentation.

03

You Don't Get Options.
You Get Structured Decisions.

Most services give you a longer list of suppliers. We give you a clear, structured comparison framework — so you can evaluate suppliers objectively and choose with confidence.

04

We Work for You.
Not the Supplier.

Most intermediaries in this space are paid by suppliers — which creates hidden incentives. We are not. We do not take commissions. We do not accept supplier incentives.

We are paid by you. Which means our only objective is to help you make the right decision.

05

You Don't Discover Problems Later.
You Surface Them Early.

Inspection companies check quality after production starts. We identify risks before you commit — when you still have full control over your decision.

Our 18-step system
Our 18-Step Control System

Choose Right. Execute Right. Deliver Right.

Two integrated control systems — Decision Control™ for direct on-ground verification before you commit, and Execution Control™ coordinating, validating and holding every step accountable after.

Part 1 — Decision Control™
Steps 1–9
Step 01

Buyer Discovery

We define your product, specifications, pricing expectations, timelines and success criteria. Every supplier is evaluated against what actually matters.

Step 02

Requirement Structuring

We convert your needs into a clear evaluation framework — a consistent benchmark to assess and compare suppliers objectively.

Step 03

Supplier Discovery

We identify suppliers that match your product, scale and capability requirements — removing irrelevant factories early.

Step 04

Supplier Shortlisting

We narrow down to the most relevant and credible suppliers. Only those that meet baseline capability and alignment move forward.

Step 05

Factory Verification

We visit the factory in person to confirm it is real, operational and aligned with its claims — assessing facility scale, activity and credibility on the ground.

Step 06

Reality Capture™

We capture the factory exactly as it operates — no cuts, no staging, no curated presentation. One-shot narrated walkthrough, 360° documentation, production workflow and optional aerial footage.

Step 07

Capacity & Certification Review

We assess whether the supplier can realistically meet your requirements — production capacity, operational constraints and certification status.

Step 08

Supplier Comparison & Decision Summary

We provide a structured evaluation and a clear GO / CONDITIONAL / NO-GO recommendation — covering key strengths, risks, limitations and final recommendation.

Step 09

Foundry Live™

We conduct a live, on-site session where you engage directly with the supplier — with us mediating, guiding the conversation and validating responses in real time.

This is where assumptions are removed and reality is confirmed — before you make a decision.

Outcome: You choose the right supplier with clarity and confidence.
Part 2 — Execution Control™
Steps 10–18
Step 10

PO Alignment Confirmation

We ensure all key terms — specifications, quantities, packaging and timelines — are fully aligned before production begins. This prevents misinterpretation from the start.

Step 11

Technical & Quality Clarification

We confirm all technical requirements are clearly understood — materials, dimensions, finishes and tolerances — before production starts.

Step 12

Production Plan Visibility

We establish visibility into how your order will be executed — production stages, sequencing and key milestones.

Step 13

Raw Material & Trust Lab Verification™

We validate key materials and specifications where visual checks are insufficient — coordinating with relevant partners when required.

Step 14

Production Start Confirmation

We verify that production has actually started and aligns with the agreed plan — removing early-stage delays and false progress signals.

Step 15

Mid-Production Execution Validation™

We monitor production to ensure consistency and detect issues early — allowing corrective action before problems escalate.

Step 16

Pre-Final Inspection + Market Readiness Check™

We assess product quality, finishing, packaging and labeling — coordinating with partners to ensure the product is ready for market.

Step 17

Pre-Shipment Verification + Final Inspection

We verify finished goods, quantities and quality before shipment — ensuring what is shipped matches what was agreed.

Step 18

Loading & Shipment Coordination

We support final loading and shipment readiness — reducing last-mile risks before goods leave Vietnam.

Outcome: What you agreed is what gets delivered.

Proof of Process
Inside the Factory — Part of Every Engagement

Reality Capture™: See the factory floor before you commit.

This is Step 6 of our Decision Control process in action. We don’t just tell you what the factory looks like—we show you the raw, unfiltered reality of their production lines, machinery, and working conditions. Every clip feeds directly into your supplier report.

Reality Capture™ footage is recorded fresh for every engagement. No reused footage. No generic walkthroughs. Scoped to what matters for your decision.
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360° View

360° Documentation.

A complete 360° capture of the facility — storage, production lines, equipment and environment. You see every corner of the factory, not just the angles they want you to see.

Open in YouTube for the full 360° experience
Live Production

Machinery Running. Workers Operating. No Staging.

Real production flow captured while the factory is in operation — not set up for inspection. Machinery in use, workers at stations, actual output volume visible on the floor.

What Reality Capture™ Includes
Step 6 — Part of every engagement
1-Shot Walkthrough
Uninterrupted, unedited. You see exactly what you'd see if you were physically there.
Process Videos
Every production stage filmed separately — intake, processing, QC, packaging, storage.
360° Factory Video
Full spatial capture. Scale, layout and conditions — not just the angles they choose.
Drone Footage
External view of the facility, infrastructure and operational footprint where applicable.
Owner Introduction
On camera. You assess their confidence, clarity and alignment — before any commitment.

Every clip feeds into your supplier report. Capacity, certifications, risk flags and conditions — all verified on the ground, before you commit capital.

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Services & Pricing
Services & Pricing

Make the Right Decision
Before You Commit.

Choosing the wrong supplier can cost tens of thousands. We exist to control that decision — before you commit, and through every step of execution after.

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Foundry Live™

To truly evaluate a factory you need to be there. But flying to Vietnam costs time, money and days away from the business. So most buyers settle for emails, samples and supplier-led calls — and make a major commitment on incomplete information. We go instead. You stay at your desk.

We are on-site — structuring the session and holding the room
Get immediate answers — not filtered responses
Factory owner walks the full production workflow live — you see the operation, not just hear about it
Your full team joins the session — no travel required
$850 USD
One session. Someone in your corner. In the room.
Clarity within 48 hours
Outcome: Real clarity on your supplier — fast enough to move forward, clear enough to justify to your team.
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Also available as an add-on
inside Supplier Verification™
Full Control System
Verify a Supplier

Supplier Verification™

You already have a supplier. Find out if they're the right one — before you commit.

We visit your selected factory in person to confirm it is real, operational, and aligned with its claims.

$2,000 USD
Steps Included
Steps 5 – 8
Deliverables
  • Full Reality Capture™ (video + 360 walkthrough)
  • Factory verification summary
  • Capacity and risk assessment
  • GO / CONDITIONAL / NO-GO decision
Scope Logic
  • Priced per supplier
  • Fast turnaround
  • Minimal coordination required
  • Optional: Foundry Live™ (+$750)
Outcome: You know whether to move forward — or walk away.
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No commitment. No cost.
Recommended

Supplier Decision System™

Identify, compare, and choose the right supplier with confidence

We manage the full supplier decision process from discovery to final validation.

$4,000–$6,000 USD
Steps Included
Steps 1 – 9
Deliverables
  • Structured requirement framework
  • Curated supplier shortlist
  • Reality Capture™ for each supplier
  • Supplier comparison report
  • Final recommendation
  • Foundry Live™ session
Scope Logic
  • 1–2 suppliers: $4,000
  • 3–4 suppliers: $4,500 – $5,000
  • 5+ suppliers or complex sourcing: $5,500 – $6,000
Outcome: You choose the right supplier with full confidence.
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No commitment. No cost.
Post-Selection

Buyer Representation Support™

The supplier is chosen. Now make sure what was agreed is what gets delivered.

Finding the right supplier is only half the problem. The real risk happens after you place the order.

$3,500–$6,000 USD
Steps Included
Steps 10 – 18
Deliverables
  • PO alignment validation
  • Production tracking and visibility
  • Material and quality verification
  • Pre-shipment verification and logistics coordination
  • Ongoing on-ground representation
Scope Logic
  • Simple orders: $3,500
  • Mid complexity: $4,000 – $5,000
  • Large or high-risk orders: $5,500 – $6,000
Outcome: What you agreed is what gets delivered.
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No commitment. No cost.

Transparent pricing. No commissions. No hidden fees.

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Who this is for
Who This Is For

Built for Buyers With Something
at Stake.

This is designed for

  • Importers and distributors
  • Retail brands
  • Amazon and eCommerce sellers
  • Procurement managers
  • Businesses sourcing from Vietnam

Most valuable when

  • Before placing a significant order
  • When comparing multiple suppliers
  • When entering Vietnam for the first time
  • When you need certainty before committing

The bottom line

If your supplier decision impacts your business — this is for you.

If you are currently sourcing in Vietnam and want clarity before committing, the next step is a conversation.

Common Questions
Common Questions

Before You Reach Out.

01

Are you a sourcing agent?

No. We don't represent factories or take commissions. Traditional sourcing agents are incentivised to push deals through. We work on the buyer's side — our role is to verify, compare, and protect your decision before you commit.

02

How is this different from an inspection company?

Inspection companies check products after a decision is already made. We operate before and during the decision. Our focus is helping you choose the right supplier in the first place — reducing risk across the entire process, not just checking quality at the end.

03

How do you make money?

We are paid directly by the buyer. We do not take commissions from factories or suppliers. This ensures our incentives are fully aligned with you — not with closing a deal.

04

What if we've already chosen a supplier?

That's exactly where Supplier Verification™ is most valuable. We independently assess how the supplier actually operates — so you can confirm your decision before committing capital.

05

Who is this NOT for?

Companies looking for the cheapest supplier or fastest deal. If your priority is speed or price above all else, this may not be the right fit.

We work with buyers who value risk reduction, clarity, and making the right decision the first time.

06

How long does it take?

It depends on scope and the number of factories involved. We move quickly and keep engagements focused. We'll outline a clear, realistic timeline on the discovery call — before anything starts.

07

What categories or products do you cover?

We work across four main areas: Food and Agricultural Exports (seafood, coffee, cashew, rice, processed foods), Materials and Packaging, Light Manufacturing (furniture, homeware, consumer goods), and Specialty Products (organic, ESG-certified, health foods).

If you're unsure whether your category is covered, the discovery call is the right place to find out.

Get Started

Still have a question? Reach out directly — no forms, no fuss.

You're speaking with the founders. Hao and Ash read every message personally.

Hao
Hao Lam
Founder
Based in Vietnam
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Ash
Ash Wasiek
Co-Founder
Based in Vietnam
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No bots. No support tickets. Just a real conversation.

What happens next
What happens next

Three steps. No pressure.

Step 1

Initial Conversation

We understand your product, your requirements and your current situation — before recommending anything.

Step 2

Recommend the Right Approach

We tell you which service fits your stage, what level of control you actually need, and where your biggest risks are.

Step 3

Execution Begins

We deploy the relevant parts of the 18-step system to give you clarity, reduce risk and control the outcome.

If we're not the right fit, we'll tell you in Step 1. No obligation either way.

Make the right decision
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Make the Right Supplier Decision —
Before It Costs You.

If you are currently sourcing in Vietnam and want clarity before committing, start here.

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Committed to a supplier you've never fully verified. That's the risk — whether you realise it or not.

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