People sometimes ask if hiring a sourcing agent in China is necessary for businesses that want to start buying products there. While it is an option, there are pros and cons which we'll outline. We also give you other options, who they're … [Read more...]
Why cheap Chinese suppliers are usually too risky
So you've been offered temptingly low prices from cheap Chinese suppliers? Wait a moment, there are many risks here because you might end up with a very different deal than expected or be stuck with an unsuitable supplier. We explain why … [Read more...]
Upcoming EU Product Liability Directive: The Basics Importers Need To Know
The EU's forthcoming directive on product liability should make you nervous if you import products to and sell in Europe. To cover this important topic, two highly experienced guests provide their insights and advice: Clive … [Read more...]
Evaluating And Validating A Supplier’s Quality The Right Way
Let's look at how a supplier's quality can be evaluated and validated so you know that they will supply you with parts and products that meet your expectations. … [Read more...]
T/T Payment: How to Pay Chinese Suppliers by Bank Wire Transfer
A T/T payment is a common way to pay Chinese suppliers, but what is this payment type, how to make one, and what FAQs do importers have about the process? In addition, when you're ready to pay a supplier, what kinds of payment terms might … [Read more...]
Sourcing New Suppliers From China: 7 Tips For Success.
Sofeast's head of supply chain management, Kate, shares 7 tips that will help you get better results when you're sourcing from China (or other countries in Asia, too). She also sheds light on how we approach the process effectively for our … [Read more...]
How to set up your factory in China in 2023: Process and tips.
Angel Ho, CEO of Hongda Business Services in Shenzhen, gives us a view from on the ground in China today about what the business environment for foreigners seeking to do business there is really like right now. She also explains the process … [Read more...]
Electronic Component Selection: 18 Proven Steps
Is there a proven electronic component selection process that will help you get into manufacturing with a minimum of stress? Actually, yes, and it can be broken down into these 18 steps. Prefer listening to reading? Listen … [Read more...]
The TRL Framework: The right choice for mass production?
The Technology Readiness Levels product development framework was developed by NASA and is often used to gauge the progress of a new product launch project, especially during prototyping. It gives visibility and control over the process of … [Read more...]
DFM Tips From Elon Musk’s Biography
I read the recent Elon Musk biography by Walter Isaacson. Here is a summary of some interesting things that fellow people in manufacturing can learn from the maverick entrepreneur. One of his competencies is making positive DFM (Design for … [Read more...]
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