Updated: 2026-03-13
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Read time: ~3 min
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SunGene Research Team
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Reviewed by SunGene Export Advisors
How to Qualify Export Leads: Criteria, Reply Triage, and Delivery Format
Triage replies (qualified/nurture/no-fit) and deliver standardized lead packages for faster closing.
Table of Contents
Criteria
Common criteria: buyer role, clarity of requirements, quantity/lead time, MOQ fit, use case, and buying timeline.
Delivery format
Each lead includes company, contacts, requirement summary, conversation logs, and next-step suggestions.
Diagram: list → outreach → reply → meeting funnel (example)
This visual helps you align the minimum viable workflow: deliverable list → cadence → triage → next step.
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FAQ
Do replies without specs/quantity count as leads?
Treat them as nurture leads. Ask 1–2 follow-up questions to confirm requirements before qualifying.
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