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June 10th 2026. Comfort Times Magazine
Q How is the D2C model reshaping B2B supply chain relationships and procurement strategies in the mattress industry?
The D2C model has fundamentally shifted the power center of the mattress industry from intermediaries to brands and consumers. Traditionally, supply chains were optimized for bulk distribution to retailers, often leading to inefficiencies and limited consumer feedback loops. With D2C, procurement strategies are now demand-driven and data-backed. We work closely with suppliers in shorter, more agile cycles, enabling faster innovation and inventory optimization. It also pushes B2B partners to become more transparent, flexible, and quality-focused, as brands like ours are directly accountable to the end consumer.
Mr. Harshil Salot,
Co-Founder, The Sleep Company
Q What are the key challenges and opportunities when scaling a technology-driven sleep product brand in an industry historically dominated by traditional manufacturers?
One of the biggest challenges is changing consumer mindset in a category that has been largely commoditized and price-driven. Introducing new technology requires both education and trust-building. However, this also presents a massive opportunity. With rising awareness around sleep health, consumers are more open to innovation. For us, leveraging proprietary technology like SmartGRID allows us to create strong differentiation and premium positioning, while scaling efficiently across both online and offline channels.
June 10th 2026. Comfort Times Magazine
Q How do you evaluate and onboard B2B suppliers like raw material vendors, logistics partners, and manufacturers to ensure they align with your brand's standards?
Our supplier onboarding process is deeply rigorous and multi-layered. We evaluate partners not just on cost efficiency but on consistency, innovation capability, and scalability. We also ensure alignment on quality benchmarks, compliance standards, and long-term vision. Pilot runs, audits, and continuous performance monitoring are critical parts of our process. Ultimately, we treat suppliers as strategic partners rather than transactional vendors.
June 10th 2026. Comfort Times Magazine
Q In your experience, how has consumer data and sleep science influenced product development decisions and, in turn, impacted your upstream B2B sourcing requirements?
Consumer data and sleep science sit at the core of our product development philosophy. Insights on sleep posture, pressure distribution, and temperature regulation directly influence how we design products. This, in turn, impacts our sourcing decisions, we prioritize materials and partners who can meet precise technical specifications rather than generic requirements. It has made our upstream supply chain far more specialized and innovation-led.
June 10th 2026. Comfort Times Magazine
Q What role does sustainable and ethical sourcing play in your B2B procurement decisions?
Sustainability is becoming a non-negotiable aspect of procurement. We actively work with partners who follow ethical practices, ensure responsible sourcing, and comply with environmental standards. From optimizing material usage to reducing waste in manufacturing and logistics, we are continuously evolving our processes. Sustainable sourcing is not just a responsibility, it’s increasingly a competitive advantage.
June 10th 2026. Comfort Times Magazine
June 10th 2026. Comfort Times Magazine
Q How do you manage pricing pressures from commodity-linked inputs (steel, foam, latex) while maintaining product margins and brand positioning?
Volatility in inputs like steel, foam, and latex is a constant challenge. Our approach is a mix of strategic sourcing, long-term partnerships, and product innovation. By focusing on differentiated technology rather than commoditized materials, we reduce dependency on price-sensitive inputs. At the same time, operational efficiencies and supply chain optimization help us maintain margins without compromising on quality or brand positioning.
June 10th 2026. Comfort Times Magazine
Q What is your perspective on the consolidation happening in the Indian mattress market, both at the brand and supply chain level, and how does that shape mattress business partnerships?
We’re definitely seeing consolidation in the mattress industry. On one side, you have strong, scalable brands emerging. On the other, many smaller players are finding it difficult to compete on innovation and brand-building. The same trend is visible in the supply chain as well, where larger suppliers are partnering more closely with leading brands. For us, this creates an opportunity to build deeper, more strategic partnerships and secure better capabilities and pricing.
June 10th 2026. Comfort Times Magazine
Q How do you structure long-term contracts or partnerships with key B2B suppliers to ensure supply security without overcommitting capital?
We focus on balancing flexibility with supply security. Typically, we work with long-term framework agreements, combined with rolling purchase plans. This gives us agility while ensuring suppliers have visibility. For critical inputs, we sometimes go deeper, like reserving capacity or co-developing capabilities. The idea is to ensure reliability without locking up unnecessary capital or reducing our flexibility.
June 10th 2026. Comfort Times Magazine
Q What is your contribution to sustainability and action taken for the recycling of used mattresses?
Mattress recycling is a complex challenge, especially in India where infrastructure is still developing. We’ve started taking steps in this direction through pilot take-back programs and partnerships with waste management companies. Our focus is also on designing products that last longer and are easier to process at end-of-life. This is a long-term commitment for us, and we see it as both a responsibility and an opportunity to build a more circular ecosystem in the industry.
June 10th 2026. Comfort Times Magazine