Use cases

See how Covalo works for buyers and suppliers

Twenty-one workflows, one shared data layer. Filter by role to see how structured product data turns into faster sourcing, fewer repeat requests, and clearer market signal.

B1Discovery

Discover ingredients faster

Find the right ingredient in minutes, not weeks, using structured, comparable ingredient data.

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B2Discovery

Find alternatives and reformulate faster

When ingredients are restricted, discontinued, or need to be replaced with more sustainable options, teams can quickly identify viable alternatives and keep formulations on track.

Speed up InnovationStreamline Qualification
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B3Discovery

AI-powered discovery and recommendations

Describe what you want to formulate and receive targeted ingredient recommendations optimized for performance, sustainability, cost, and supply reliability.

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B4Discovery

Explore formulations

Start from proven formulation examples instead of building from scratch.

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B5Qualification

Request samples and quotes

Move from shortlist to samples and pricing requests in a few clicks, with clear tracking from request to delivery.

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B6Qualification

Qualify suppliers with confidence

Evaluate not only the ingredient, but also the supplier behind it before making sourcing decisions.

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B7Qualification

Align your team on requirements

Bring marketing, procurement, regulatory, and R&D teams together on shared product and ingredient requirements.

Improve CollaborationStreamline Qualification
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B8Qualification

Assess regulatory and sustainability fit

Evaluate compliance and sustainability requirements early in the ingredient selection process, not after evaluation has already started.

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B9Data Management

Centralize ingredient data for R&D

Create one trusted, up-to-date source of ingredient data that feeds directly into R&D and PLM workflows.

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B10Data Management

Always-current supplier data

Work from the most up-to-date ingredient and supplier information, with updates reflected in real time.

Reduce OpExStreamline Qualification
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B11Data Management

Connect Covalo to your internal systems

Pull structured Covalo data straight into your PLM, ERP, and internal tools through integrations.

Reduce OpExImprove Collaboration
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Ready for smarter sourcing?

From discovery to qualification, Covalo gives your teams the data and intelligence to move faster and decide with confidence.