For many Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Indonesia, breaking into the international market often feels like a dream that is difficult to achieve. Obstacles such as complicated paperwork, strict international quality standards, and high logistics costs are often the main barriers.
However, did you know that there is a legal and mutually beneficial shortcut? This is where the role of Export Aggregators becomes key. Through a system often referred to as “consignment sales” or consolidation, local MSME products can now stand alongside other global products.
What is an Export Aggregator?
Simply put, an aggregator is a company that acts as a liaison between small producers (MSMEs) and buyers overseas. Aggregators collect products from various artisans, perform quality control, take care of licensing, and ship them in one large shipment.
At Sabila Multi Kreasindo, we play an active role as an aggregator that brings Indonesian handicrafts, especially those made from natural materials such as Capiz shells, to markets in America, Europe, and Asia.
Why Should MSMEs Consider the “Consignment Sales” System?
- Reducing Complex Bureaucracy
Exports require various documents such as COO (Certificate of Origin), Packing List, and special export permits. By joining through an aggregator, MSMEs do not need to worry about these legalities because everything is managed by the aggregator under one legal umbrella. - Logistics Cost Efficiency
Shipping small quantities of goods overseas is very expensive. Aggregators consolidate cargo, combining products from several artisans into a single container. This makes shipping costs much cheaper for each SME involved. - Standardization and Quality Control (QC)
One of the causes of export failure is inconsistent product quality. Aggregators act as “curators.” We provide design input and quality standards so that MSME products are in line with global market tastes and the safety standards of the destination country. - Access to International Buyer Networks
Finding buyers overseas requires significant marketing costs and foreign language negotiation skills. Aggregators already have the trust of overseas buyers, so MSME products have a much greater chance of being sold.
How does the process work with Sabila Multi Kreasindo?
We don’t just sell products, we build ecosystems. The partnership process usually follows these steps:
- Product Curation: We look at the potential of MSME products to see if they fit with the decoration and lifestyle lines we market.
- Production Assistance: We provide guidance to ensure that products meet export standards, from material selection to the finishing stage.
- Consolidation: Products are collected at our warehouse for processing and packaging according to export standards.
- Global Marketing: Your products are included in our international catalog and our regular container shipments to various countries.
Towards the Independence of Indonesian MSMEs
The aggregator system is a stepping stone. With “consignment sales,” MSMEs can learn about global standards while still earning a stable income. The ultimate goal is to strengthen the people’s economy and ensure that Indonesian handicraft products such as shell art and furniture are highly valued internationally.
Exporting doesn’t have to be done alone. By collaborating with experienced aggregators such as Sabila Multi Kreasindo, limited capital and knowledge are no longer barriers to bringing local products to the world.
Contact Our Team:
WhatsApp: +62 856-2696-881
Email: sabilamultikreasindo@gmail.com.
