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Logistics

We deliver efficient global logistics with end-to-end supply chain transparency.

Museum

We collaborate with museums and institutions to preserve heritage

Government

We engage with public sectors and NGOs to support sustainable global initiatives.

Technology

We innovate with tech leaders to create smarter, scalable, and sustainable solutions.

Why Core Trade

Fixing the Trust & Compliance Gap

Current Problems:

Lack of global policy-level engagement.

No institutional alliances to safeguard heritage.

Weak logistics & infrastructure support.

Minimal recognition in global policy forums.

Institutional Partnership Provides:

Strategic partnerships with museums, NGOs, governments, and institutions.

Long-term logistics and compliance frameworks.

Technology adoption for global recognition (blockchain, AI, AR/VR).

Policy engagement to safeguard craft heritage.

Who Can Join Institutional?

Standard Eligibility (Default Path)

Vendors: KPI 8+, Retention 85 months, must have completed Collaborative track (Tech, Packaging, or Warehousing).

Buyers: KPI 8+, Retention 85 months, must have engaged in Brand Growth or Collaborative.

πŸ‘‰ Partners progress through KPI improvement + retention periods after completing prerequisite tracks.

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✨ Lateral Entry (Fast-Track Path)

Independent evaluation by Hamadan Craft Revival Foundation (KHCRF.org). Designed for high-performing partners who meet benchmarks early.

  • β€’KHCRF conducts evaluation of vendor or buyer readiness.
  • β€’If promising β†’ pay Lateral Fee β†’ skip prerequisites & retention.
  • β€’Immediate access to Institutional Partnerships and advanced tracks.
  • β€’Best suited for partners with proven capacity to scale rapidly.
  • β€’Recognition as KHCRF-approved, granting higher trust and visibility.

Choose Your Partnership Path

Tier 4

Fast-Track Available

Logistics & Infrastructure

KPI: Negotiable

Retention: 12 months

Previous Level: Warehouse

Best For: Large buyers, cooperatives, and logistics partners.

Supply integration, warehousing, savings.

Fast-Track Available

Art & Culture Museums

KPI: None

Retention: None

Previous Level: Logistics & Infrastructure

Best For: Heritage vendors and cultural institutions.

Museum showcases, preservation, global reach.

Fast-Track Available

NGOs & Governments

KPI: None

Retention: None

Previous Level: Museum

Best For: Social enterprises, NGOs, policymakers.

Fair-trade advocacy, social impact programs, craft policy support.

Fast-Track Available

Technology Alliances

KPI: None

Retention: None

Previous Level: NGOs & Governments

Best For: Tech-driven vendors, trust-focused buyers.

Traceability, insights, immersion.

How Institutional Partnerships Work

Standard Path

1
Apply
2
KPI evaluation + compliance
3
Track Match
4
Activation
5
Policy/Institutional recognition

Your Institutional Partnership Journey

1
Choose Institutional Track

Logistics & Infrastructure β†’ KPI 8+ | 12 months retention.

Museums β†’ KPI none | no retention.

NGOs & Governments β†’ KPI none | no retention.

Technology Alliances β†’ KPI none | no retention.

Requires completion of Collaborative or Brand Growth tracks.

2
KPI + Compliance Evaluation

Evaluation of KPI, compliance, and prerequisite track completions.

3
Track Activation

Access to museum, NGO, logistics, or tech alliance services.

4
Fast-Track Option (KHCRF)

Independent evaluation by Hamadan Craft Revival Foundation (KHCRF.org).

If evaluation is promising β†’ pay Lateral Fee.

Skip retention & prerequisites β†’ direct access to Institutional tracks.

5
Policy Recognition & Global Alliances

Integration into global policy alliances and institutional networks.

Policy Alliance Partnerships (Museums, NGOs, Governments, Tech)

Partnership Fee Summary

Free / Onboarding:

$1000 one-time setup

Monthly Packages:

Standard ($250/month)
  • Heritage showcase access
  • Basic exhibition templates
  • Logistics waiver: 5%
  • Standard museum support
Growth ($500/month)
  • Curated exhibitions
  • Branding kits
  • Logistics waiver: 10%
  • Priority museum placement
Premium ($1000/month)
  • Global exhibitions
  • Premium packaging
  • AR/VR museum catalogs
  • Logistics waiver: 15%

Free / Onboarding:

$1000 one-time setup

Monthly Packages:

Standard ($150/month)
  • Fair-trade certification support
  • Basic policy engagement
  • Logistics waiver: 5%
  • Standard NGO support
Pro ($375/month)
  • Policy advocacy programs
  • Branding support
  • Logistics waiver: 10%
  • Priority NGO partnerships
Institutional ($750/month)
  • Direct policy alliances
  • Funding access
  • Logistics waiver: 15%
  • Dedicated policy manager

Free / Onboarding:

$1000 one-time setup

Monthly Packages:

Standard ($200/month)
  • Shared logistics infrastructure
  • Basic warehousing access
  • Logistics waiver: 5%
  • Standard supply chain support
Growth ($400/month)
  • Priority global distribution
  • Logistics waiver: 10%
  • Advanced warehousing analytics
  • Priority logistics support
Premium ($800/month)
  • Institutional-level warehousing
  • Logistics waiver: 15%
  • Dedicated logistics manager
  • Real-time supply chain dashboard

Free / Onboarding:

$1000 one-time setup

Monthly Packages:

Compliance ($300/month)
  • Blockchain traceability setup
  • Basic tech integration
  • Logistics waiver: 5%
  • Standard tech support
Expansion ($750/month)
  • AI integration
  • AR/VR catalog setup
  • Logistics waiver: 10%
  • Priority tech support
Institutional ($1500/month)
  • Full enterprise-level integration
  • Policy-level recognition
  • Logistics waiver: 15%
  • Dedicated tech consultant

Our Platform Advantage

Institutional and global alliance initiatives for Kashmiri handicrafts, enabling US buyers to access streamlined logistics, cultural collections, ethical sourcing, and tech-enabled innovation, while vendors gain trade facilitation, institutional recognition, fair partnerships, and digital adoption.

US Buyers’ Benefits

Logistics (L13): Streamlined freight (air/ocean), customs brokerage, reliable supply.
Museum (L14): Authentic cultural collections, heritage preservation access.
NGO Buyer (L15): Verified fair-trade sourcing, sustainability partnerships.
Technology Partnership (L16): AI design insights, blockchain traceability, AR/VR product testing.

Kashmir / India Vendors’ Benefits

Logistics (L13): Reduced trade barriers, multi-modal freight, customs clearance support.
Museum (L14): Institutional recognition, heritage positioning, archival collaborations.
NGO Buyer (L15): Ethical buyer networks, fair pricing, long-term contracts.
Technology Partnership (L16): Digital innovation adoption, product traceability, entry into global tech-craft ecosystems.

Choose Your Entry Path

Standard Path

(Default progression for all partners)

Free β€” no upfront or lateral fee.

Progress via KPI + retention (85 months).

Best for: Institutions building steady, reliable partnerships.

Takes time: requires previous track completions.

Lateral Entry (KHCRF Fast-Track)

(Optional accelerated route)

KHCRF evaluation first β†’ only pay Lateral Fee if promising.

Skip retention & prerequisites β†’ direct Institutional access.

Recognition as KHCRF-reviewed institutional partner.

Best for: Institutions ready to scale fast.

Paid only after successful evaluation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, unless you qualify via KHCRF Lateral Entry.
Yes, if they meet KPI 8+ and retention 12 months, or via fast-track.
Only for the Technology Alliance track.
No, GI/fair-trade certification is mandatory for Museum Partnerships.