From Local to National: How Manufacturers in Gujarat Are Scaling Through B2B Platforms
Gujarat has long been a hub for manufacturing excellence in India, from textiles and chemicals to auto-components and industrial fabrication. Many firms built their success on regional markets: the local state, nearby states, traditional dealer networks. But in an era where digital access, logistics connectivity and business-to-business marketplaces are reshaping trade, an exciting shift is underway. Manufacturers in Gujarat are now leveraging platforms to go national, expanding reach, improving order size and raising competitiveness. 1: The Gujarat base - why it matters Gujarat’s strengths are many: industrial towns, efficient ports, experienced workforce, and clusters that drive innovation and efficiency. However, the transition from regional to national typically required heavy field sales, travel, trade-expos and distributor relationships. Digital disruption now presents a simpler path, one driven by platform visibility and scalable operations rather than just physical outreach....