One of the most common challenges is that supplier data is often trapped in email threads, spreadsheets, or static PDFs. This causes version control issues, delays, and incomplete records. Joe Walkuski explained that brands spend too much time chasing data instead of using it to make informed decisions.

Texbase Connect solves this by creating structured, secure workflows between brands and suppliers. By removing manual steps and digitizing communication, brands can collect complete data more efficiently without relying on back and forth email.

Joe emphasized that supplier engagement is about relationship management and clear communication. The platform does not own any of the data. It simply facilitates secure, direct transfer between brand and supplier. That distinction often removes objections about using a third party system.

Suppliers also benefit from standardizing data entry and avoiding repeated requests. Once connected, they can collaborate with multiple brand partners using the same secure workflows.

Texbase makes it easy to monitor the status of submissions across your entire supply chain. You can view real-time updates on who has completed their tasks and what is still outstanding, whether you're collecting materials data, test results, or compliance documents.

Built-in validation ensures that required fields must be completed before data can be submitted. Dashboards and filters let you sort by supplier, product, or workflow stage so you can follow up only where needed, instead of guessing or digging through email threads.