How MakerVerse Is Building the Amazon of Industrial Manufacturing
Insights from our co-founder, Markus, on The B2B Platform Pioneers podcast
What if there was something like Amazon, but for high-end industrial manufacturing? Super easy to use. Highly reliable. Accessible to everyone.”
Markus Seibold, Co-Founder of MakerVerse
That one question planted the seed for MakerVerse.
In a recent episode of The B2B Platform Pioneers podcast, hosted by Dr. Cyrosch Kalateh, Markus shares the story behind the company, the problem we’re solving, and why digital platforms are the future of manufacturing procurement.
Listen to the full episode here:
🎧 The B2B Platform Pioneers Podcast – Markus Seibold, MakerVerse
Key Takeaways from the Conversation
1. The Pain Point That Sparked MakerVerse
After more than a decade in the manufacturing world, Markus saw a recurring problem:
Getting a quote for a custom part often takes longer than producing the part itself.
Manual, slow, and scattered processes made it difficult for engineers and buyers to access the manufacturing capacity they needed, especially outside of specialised applications.
This experience led to a one-stop shop for industrial manufacturing, combining advanced technologies like CNC machining, 3d printing, sheet metal fabrication, and more, all powered by a digital platform.
2. Why Instant Quotes Are a Game-Changer
Forget waiting days or weeks for a quote.
MakerVerse delivers AI-powered quotes in seconds, even for complex parts.
This means:
- Less admin time for engineers and buyers
- Faster decisions, faster project timelines
- Binding quotes for price and lead time, ready to order directly online
It’s an entirely different procurement experience.
3. Building (and Scaling) the Platform
The MakerVerse team didn’t spend a year building the “perfect” product before launch. Instead, they followed a clear philosophy:
Get to market fast. Learn from real customer feedback. Improve continuously.
The first MVP, including auto-quoting for 3d printing, was up and running in just three months. Today, MakerVerse offers a growing range of technologies and materials, backed by a global, vetted supply chain.
4. What’s Next for Procurement Tech
Markus shares his view on where procurement and supply chain platforms are heading:
- Procurement will become fully digital, not just for cost reasons, but because manual processes can’t keep up with today’s volatility.
- AI-driven quoting, supplier matching, and digital workflows will replace time-consuming back-and-forth.
- The future of manufacturing sourcing will feel as easy and reliable as ordering from Amazon.
Listen to the Full Interview
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