Knowledge Surface & FAQs
Answers & Sourcing Guides
Detailed guides, comparisons, and answers about Yaar's inquiry-first AI sourcing agent on WhatsApp. Learn how to optimize B2B industrial hardware procurement.
Detailed Sourcing Guides
What is an AI hardware sourcing agent?
Learn how Yaar uses WhatsApp and AI to convert industrial hardware requirements into structured RFQs and comparable supplier quotes.
How do I source industrial fasteners fast?
A B2B guide on sourcing screws, bolts, and custom hardware grades on WhatsApp without directory broker spam.
How to source bearings & MRO items fast?
Learn how MRO sourcing automation matches part numbers and brands (SKF, FAG, NSK) directly with authorized distributors.
How do workshops source fabrication materials fast?
A guide to procurement automation for steel plates, sections, channels, and welding consumables directly from yards.
RFQ Software vs. WhatsApp Sourcing Comparison
Why traditional enterprise RFQ portals fail for workshops, and how WhatsApp-native automation delivers quotes in 13 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick, factual answers regarding specifications, supplier matching, B2B privacy, and pricing on the Yaar sourcing agent.
For BuyersWhat is Yaar?+
Yaar is an AI sourcing agent for industrial hardware. Buyers send one WhatsApp message and Yaar turns it into a supplier-ready RFQ, routes it to relevant suppliers, and helps compare quotes.
For BuyersIs Yaar a marketplace or directory?+
No. Yaar is not a listing directory. It is an inquiry-first sourcing agent that works from the buyer's actual requirement and routes high-intent RFQs to matching suppliers.
For BuyersWhat items can I source through Yaar?+
Yaar focuses on industrial hardware such as screws, bolts, nuts, washers, bearings, tools, fasteners, steel sections, fabrication material, and repair hardware.
For BuyersDo buyers need to install a new app?+
No. WhatsApp is the first channel. Buyers send requirements from WhatsApp while Yaar handles parsing, routing, supplier matching, and quote normalization behind the scenes.
For BuyersHow is AI used in Yaar?+
Yaar uses an AI agent to read unstructured WhatsApp inquiries, identify item specs, detect urgency and location, create supplier-ready RFQs, rank matching suppliers, and normalize quotes for comparison.
For BuyersWhere is Yaar launching first?+
Yaar is built to support B2B2C sourcing worldwide, with immediate routing capabilities for workshops, fabricators, retail consumers, and hardware dealers globally.
For SuppliersHow do suppliers receive inquiries from Yaar?+
Suppliers receive structured RFQs with the item, size, quantity, location, and buyer urgency already extracted from the original WhatsApp message.
For SuppliersWhy should suppliers join Yaar?+
Yaar sends suppliers high-intent hardware inquiries instead of low-context browsing traffic. The supplier can respond when stock, price, and timing match the RFQ.
For SuppliersDoes Yaar decide the final price?+
No. Suppliers provide their own quotes. Yaar helps structure the requirement and make responses comparable for the buyer.
GeneralHow does Yaar read hand-written notes or drawings?+
Buyers can upload clear photos of drawings, specs sheets, or handwritten lists. Our AI spec extraction translates the handwriting into structured dimensions, grades, and quantities before routing to suppliers.
GeneralDo buyers or suppliers pay listing fees?+
No. Yaar is not a listing directory. We do not charge listing fees or sell contact lists. The coordination layer is direct and B2B-optimized.
GeneralHow do suppliers reply with quotes?+
Suppliers receive a structured RFQ card on WhatsApp and reply with a simple, standard format (price, stock status, delivery time). Yaar handles the normalization behind the scenes.
Ready to source hardware?
Skip the directories and heavy procurement setups. Send your list or a photo of your fasteners, bearings, tools, or fabrication materials on WhatsApp now.