For certain types of products (electrical, plastic injection etc.) Chinese manufacturers are often the best source. Production can be performed with relatively high quality and a relatively low cost. However, one of China's major weaknesses … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2015
8 Ways to Prevent Chinese Suppliers from Subcontracting
I wrote before that the vast majority of Chinese manufacturers routinely subcontract some orders. The problem is, they usually do it without disclosing the reality to their customer. Why do they subcontract production to another factory? … [Read more...]
What IT System for Managing Quality Inspections to Choose?
I have talked with people from many different companies that employ an inspection team. The way their quality department is organized can differ a great deal. But some elements are the same across 98% of companies. When it comes to … [Read more...]
How Much Does a Sourcing Employee in Shenzhen Cost?
Small importers -- many of them Amazon sellers -- want to focus on product development and marketing. They want someone in China to take care of production, and that includes finding the right suppliers and managing them on a daily … [Read more...]