Direct Market is a marketplace that connects local product traders with integrated logistics services to streamline supply chain operations. This platform enables small businesses to efficiently access local goods while significantly reducing transportation costs.
Funding
$2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Many businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), face challenges in efficiently sourcing local products due to fragmented supply chains and a lack of integrated logistics. This can lead to increased transportation costs and difficulties in accessing a diverse range of local goods.
Solution
Direct Market offers a B2B marketplace designed to streamline local sourcing by connecting professional buyers with local producers and integrating logistics services. The platform enables businesses to easily purchase 100% French-made products directly from local suppliers, reducing the complexities associated with traditional supply chains. Direct Market also provides a suite of tools, including a "ToolBox" for customized assistance in managing local sourcing, and business intelligence dashboards for measuring and tracking local sourcing initiatives. By leveraging blockchain technology, Direct Market ensures transparency and certification of product information, fostering trust and accountability in the supply chain.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes professional buyers such as restaurants, retailers, and catering services seeking to source local and sustainable products, as well as local producers looking to expand their market reach.
Features
- Online marketplace connecting professional buyers with local producers
- Integrated logistics services for efficient and cost-effective transportation
- "ToolBox" providing customized assistance for managing local and direct sourcing
- Business intelligence dashboards for real-time tracking and measurement of local sourcing efforts
- Blockchain certification for transparent and verifiable product information
- Platform-as-a-Service option to create a branded marketplace
- Automated office robotics to improve productivity
- Electronic invoicing and EDI capabilities compliant with 2026 standards