AI-driven platform optimizing factory relocation decisions through geospatial infrastructure analysis, regulatory compliance automation, and supply chain risk prediction for manufacturers diversifying production hubs.
As global manufacturers face unprecedented pressure to relocate 30%+ of production capacity, SupplyShift Pro emerges as a critical decision-making platform. By combining real-time utility capacity data with predictive delay algorithms and automated permit workflows, it solves the $8B challenge of reducing relocation risks in emerging markets.
Core Functionality
- Geospatial ML models analyzing power grid loads and transport bottlenecks
- Automated compliance engine tracking 140+ export/import regulations
- Risk scoring system predicting delays using historical project patterns
- API integrations with Siemens Opcenter and customs databases
Target User and Segment
Focuses on electronics brands relocating from China (42% adoption rate) and automotive suppliers nearshoring to Mexico/Eastern Europe. Ideal clients: manufacturers with €50M+ annual relocation budgets.
Recommended Tech Stack
- Backend: Python/PyTorch geospatial models on AWS GovCloud
- Frontend: React.js dashboards with Mapbox integration
- Data: MongoDB Atlas geospatial queries + Jira-scraped regulatory databases
Estimated MVP Costs
Total €108,000 development + €12,000/mo cloud ops:
- Risk engine (520h/€52k)
- Data visualization (220h/€22k)
- Compliance automation (160h/€16k)
SWOT Analysis
- Strengths: Unique utility load prediction models
- Weaknesses: Reliance on unstable emerging markets data
- Opportunities: $52B US Chips Act fab construction boom
- Threats: Low-tech local consultancies undercutting prices
First 1000 Customers Strategy
Mix of €180 CPL LinkedIn ads targeting plant managers, co-branded reports with Mercer (30% rev share), and free delay calculator microsite (€8k SEO content). Targets 7% trial conversion at €23k CAC.
Monetization
- Tiered SaaS: €800-€4,500/mo per facility size
- Break-even: 220 subscribers (€198k/mo)
- Team: 9 specialists (€425k/yr) + 4 industry relations
Market Positioning
Dominates Southeast Asia relocations (35% market share) through proprietary grid analysis unavailable in ERP systems. Outperforms Resilinc in customs automation while undercutting McKinsey manual services by 60%.
