Alibaba opens supplier verification

LAHORE: Alibaba has introduced verified supplier memberships in Pakistan to help eligible Pakistani exporters win the trust of global buyers when conducting online trade, a statement said on Monday.

The move is Alibaba.com’s latest effort to support small businesses in Pakistan, which account for nearly 90 percent of exclusive private businesses in the country.

Offered in collaboration with SGS in Pakistan, the verified supplier is the top membership tier on Alibaba that provides on-site verification services to suppliers. It allows buyers to easily identify a network of carefully vetted suppliers who have undergone a comprehensive verification process, which encompasses but is not limited to background checks, on-site inspections, as well as assessments of management quality and production and service capabilities.

The resulting comprehensive assessment report will be accessible to all buyers through the participating suppliers’ Alibaba storefronts to demonstrate their trustworthiness and capabilities.

Verified suppliers on Alibaba are identifiable by a ‘Verified Supplier’ tag visible to buyers in the platform’s search results, product detail pages and the suppliers’ company profiles. Additionally, verified suppliers have access to an exclusive online pavilion on Alibaba.com, where they can showcase their products and enjoy greater exposure to potential buyers. The features are beneficial to eligible Pakistani companies looking to enter the global market, by helping them establish themselves as credible businesses and stand out from the competition.