How Nexum Works

Discover our transparent, dynamic pricing & collateral management system that creates a genuine free market for e-commerce

E-Commerce 2.0: The Pull-Style Solution

Nexum operates on a transparent, dynamic bidding system that flips the traditional retail model to create a genuine free market.

Traditional Problems

  • 1
    High upfront inventory investment

    Requires significant capital tied up in physical products

  • 2
    Warehouse and storage costs

    Extra expenses that increase overhead

  • 3
    Risk of unsold inventory

    Products become obsolete and lose value

  • 4
    Limited market validation

    Only learn about true demand after production

Nexum's Advantages

  • Zero upfront inventory risk

    Only produce what consumers have committed to buy

  • Transparent price discovery

    See consumers' real willingness to pay in real-time

  • Demand-validated production

    Every order is backed by a 2.9% collateral deposit

  • Direct-to-consumer model

    Eliminates middlemen for better margins on both sides

The Dynamic Pricing & Collateral Flow

Learn how our transparent bidding system works from end to end

1

Place Your Bid

Consumers place bids at their maximum willingness to pay for products — just like a limit order on the stock market.

Each bid requires a 2.9% collateral deposit to ensure authentic demand signals.

Example:
Bid on Patagonia Better Sweater: $159
Collateral (2.9%):$4.61
Abstract business analytics

Contract-based bidding system

Data aggregation visualization

Demand aggregation process

2

Bids Join Aggregated Pools

All bids for the same product are aggregated into a single order pool.

Minimum order threshold starts at 10 buyers, ensuring economically viable bulk orders.

Example:
10+ consumers place bids on the same product
Weighted average bid:$148.50
3

Supplier Review

Suppliers see real-time aggregated demand with AI-powered margin analysis.

They can approve bulk orders only if economically beneficial, considering order volume and margin.

Supplier Dashboard:
Units demanded: 25
Weighted avg. bid:$148.50
Margin at this price:+12.5%
Business analytics dashboard

Analytics-driven decision making

Business contract and agreement

Contract fulfillment process

4

Order Fulfillment & Settlement

When a supplier accepts the order, all winning bids are processed automatically.

The 2.9% collateral converts to a transaction fee, with buyers paying their bid price.

Order Outcome:
If accepted:2.9% applied to purchase
If declined/canceled:2.9% returned to buyer

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our dynamic bidding marketplace

What happens if a bid is not accepted?

If your bid is not accepted by the supplier, your 2.9% collateral deposit is fully refunded to your original payment method. This typically processes within 3-5 business days.

Can I change or cancel my bid?

You can modify or cancel your bid at any time before the order is accepted by the supplier. Once accepted, all bids are final and will be processed for fulfillment.

How long does it take for orders to be fulfilled?

Fulfillment times vary by product and supplier. Each product listing includes an estimated delivery timeframe. Some suppliers ship within days, while others may take several weeks for made-to-order items.

What's the benefit of bidding versus fixed pricing?

Bidding lets you pay what the product is worth to you, potentially saving 15-25% compared to retail prices. It also reduces waste in the retail system and connects you directly with suppliers.

Ready to Start Bidding?

Join Nexum today and experience a marketplace where you control the price.