Question 1

Can globalNex help me counter a supplier price increase?

Accepted Answer

Yes. When a supplier claims aluminum is up and demands +12%, we decompose the exact grade (e.g. 6061-T6: 97% aluminum, magnesium actually down) and show the true cost increase (e.g. +4.2%). You counter with a defensible number (e.g. 5%) or reject blanket surcharges on the same math. One interaction can pay for the engagement.

Question 2

Can you audit material surcharges on supplier invoices?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Forward the invoices. We map each part to its alloy grade, calculate the surcharge justified by metal weight and live indices, and deliver a line-by-line rejection report before AP pays.

Question 3

How do you help us hedge material increases?

Accepted Answer

We watch the indices and events that move the grades on your BOM. When a shock hits, you get quantified impact on your spend and a recommended move (lock contracts, hedge, or dual-source) before the next surcharge lands on an invoice.

Question 4

Do I need clean BOM or ERP data?

Accepted Answer

No. Messy BOMs and ERP dumps are normal. We map them to alloy chemistry and validate edge cases. You leave with composition-backed numbers ready for the next negotiation, not a data-cleaning project.

Question 5

How do engagements work?

Accepted Answer

Send an invoice, BOM, or purchase data. We scope your metal exposure, map chemistry, and deliver counters, rejection reports, and hedge timing. Fixed-scope audits or a standing retainer with success fees on defended savings.

Question 6

What is raw-material composition analysis?

Accepted Answer

We break each alloy grade into its constituent metals by weight (e.g. 6061-T6 is ~97% aluminum). That math shows how price shocks actually hit your parts so you negotiate and hedge on chemistry, not commodity headlines.