Sensitive drawings should move through a controlled review path.
The first website form collects project context only. Detailed drawings and proprietary files should move after initial review through a secure project channel, with NDA discussion available before sensitive exchange.
No public file uploadNDA availableSecure exchange after review
Initial formContext only
Sensitive filesControlled channel later
NDAAvailable before detail
Upload statusPrivate storage required
Why files are not uploaded publicly yet
Manufacturing drawings can contain proprietary geometry, assembly interfaces, supplier assumptions, and customer IP. Public upload should not be added until storage, validation, access, and retention rules are implemented correctly.
Private storage required
Server-side validation
Signed access
Retention policy
What to send first
A short description is enough for initial routing. Buyers can describe the part, material target, quantity, delivery need, and whether an NDA is required before sharing detailed files.
Part context
Material and quantity
Timeline
NDA request
Before detailed exchange
The review path should confirm who needs access, what file types are acceptable, whether executable files are rejected, and how sensitive drawings are shared with suppliers.