Developing and manufacturing new products in China, especially if they're customized, is not an easy task. Many new products being launched using crowdfunding platforms such as Kickstarter have delays – in some cases, they are more than … [Read more...]
China Supplier Vetting, Part 1: Background Checks
So you are looking for a supplier, you see some nice samples on Alibaba / Global Sources, and you would like to do a bit of research on the company before getting too deep into discussions. This is wise. More and more people have … [Read more...]
How Long Does Custom Product Development In China Take?
Let's say you have been developing a new product. The plan, of course, is to bring it to market as soon as possible. Your company's strategy is to ‘produce it in China’. How long will such a custom product development in China actually … [Read more...]
The Horrendous Safety Record of China’s Manufacturing Sector
According to the National Bureau of Statistic of China, the death toll from work accidents amounted to 66,182 people in 2015. That's over 10 times the number in the US and the UK combined. In fact I would bet the number is much higher. I … [Read more...]
Upcoming Series of Articles: How To Verify Suppliers in China
As I talk with clients, I keep stressing one thing: working with the right Chinese suppliers is the single most important success factor for importers. And yet, many buyers 'get in bed' with the wrong people. Choosing the wrong partner … [Read more...]
How Do Logistics From China Work for Importers?
By Fabien Gaussorgues Many companies see the lower cost of manufacturing in China, but sometimes they forget to factor in the logistical costs. In some cases, logistical costs can be higher than the price of products! In this article … [Read more...]
6 Steps and 1 Key To Reduce Subcontracting Risks in China
I wrote before that the vast majority of Chinese manufacturers find it natural to subcontract certain orders. There are two main problems with this: It seems like a disproportionate number of quality issues occur on batches on which a … [Read more...]
How Amazon FBA Sellers Should Control Quality in China
As more and more companies buy products in China and then sell them on Amazon, many of them are finding it hard to control quality. The problem is, there is a big disconnect. A relatively low proportion of defective pieces (say 3%), … [Read more...]
Was the RMB Suddenly Devaluated? (Just Rumors!)
UPDATE at 2pm China time: it's confirmed to be just rumors in this article. ++++++ UPDATE at noon, China time: Google still shows the same number, but seems to have its information wrong. All other sources seem to indicate very little … [Read more...]
The Basics about Laboratory Tests Every Importer Should Know
By Fabien Gaussorgues This is not obvious for new buyers, but laboratory testing is something you need to consider when importing products from China. It should be integrated in your project from the beginning. Here are the basics you … [Read more...]
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