Specification intake
Capture the original units and target fields exactly as supplied, including items that remain open.
SPECIFICATION & SAMPLE COORDINATION
Give every source the same technical and commercial brief.
MFE consolidates the buyer's known requirements, open questions, visual references and sample purpose so alternatives can be reviewed against the same scope.
PROJECT SCOPE
What the coordination record contains
The visible references support discussion only. Final material identity, construction, performance, tolerance and order terms require project-specific confirmation.
Sample identity
Assign a project reference and keep colour, package and technical notes tied to the same sample.
Comparison basis
Present alternatives with consistent fields so sourcing teams compare like with like.
BUYER INPUTS
What to send MFE
- Application and intended line program
- Known material or series reference
- Original units and target values
- Colour and package references
- Sample purpose and quantity
- Decision owner and timing
MFE HANDOFF
What the next record should contain
- Consolidated sourcing brief
- Sample register
- Open-question list
- Comparable supplier response structure
CONFIRMATION GATE
Move forward with named references, not assumptions.
Use the inquiry form to identify the project, attach the known fields and mark anything that still needs technical or commercial confirmation.