The problem with current options
Existing solutions are fragmented, conflicted, or incomplete.
Why Not Distributors?
- Distributors have inherent conflict of interest
- Limited visibility into global market pricing
- Relationship-driven, not data-driven
- No incentive to find you the best price
Why Not SaaS-Only Tools?
- Insights without execution are incomplete
- Data without context lacks value
- No path from decision to action
- Siloed tools create workflow friction
Why 1Buy.AI?
- Intelligence + Execution + Liquidity in one platform
- Proprietary data keeps procurement auditable
- Decision-grade tools for defensible outcomes
- Built by supply chain operators for operators
How we compare
1Buy.AI is the only platform offering intelligence, execution, and liquidation in one.
| Capability | 1Buy.AI | Lytica | Distributors | Marketplaces |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing Intelligence | ||||
| Sourcing Optimization | ||||
| Obsolescence/Lifecycle Risk | ||||
| Procurement Execution | ||||
| Excess Inventory Marketplace | ||||
| Unified Platform |
Our Data Moat
Proprietary data that keeps you safe
Our intelligence is built on 400+ proprietary data pipes, including customs data, distributor APIs, client BOM uploads, and PCN/EOL databases. This data compounds over time, creating a moat that's hard to replicate.
25M+ MPNs
Comprehensive part number coverage
Defensible & Auditable
Every decision backed by data you can verify
Compounding Intelligence
More data → better insights → more customers
Multiple Data Layers
Price, risk, alternates, compliance in one view
The Flywheel Effect
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Every new OEM/EMS integration brings more BOMs and transaction data
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More data creates better pricing benchmarks and predictions
3
Better intelligence attracts more customers
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Loop reinforces itself — data moat compounds
