We provide more and more training sessions for inspectors of factories and trading companies. I don't know anybody else who provides this service in China, but I think it responds to an enormous need. The training can be about the … [Read more...]
Inspecting less samples
I regularly receive emails from readers who feel that the AQL tables push them to inspect too many samples. First, a warning: if you need to be 95% confident in an inspection's findings, it is surprising how many samples you should … [Read more...]
How to reduce the frequency of quality inspections
Over the last month, I received several messages from readers on this topic. So I tried to think of a few ways to reduce the frequency of QC inspections without taking high risks. 1. Two methods I approve of The two most common solutions … [Read more...]
Training for QC inspectors: Q&A with an expert
I recently had the opportunity to work with Hubert Delelis Fanien, founder of Aka Outspring. He has set up a training center for QC inspectors in Shenzhen, China. He also helps local companies hire and evaluate their inspectors. I was … [Read more...]
The 2 types of inspection companies
Let's say you are an importer, looking for a provider of QC inspection services in China. You will evaluate candidates on how serious they look, on their size, and maybe on their knowledge of your product line, right? Well, you'll be … [Read more...]
Managing independent quality control: what it takes
Some importers often over-estimate the amount of time it will take them to manage a third-party quality control (QC) firm. So I made a list of the main "touch points" and of the required steps. Writing clear specifications and/or sending a … [Read more...]
Timing for a final random inspection
As part of their quality control plan, importers should decide when final random inspections should take place. As I wrote a while back (see here), each option has drawbacks. An earlier inspection is easier on the factory, and it allows … [Read more...]
Piece by piece inspection: pros and cons
Some buyers don't want random inspections. They don't trust the manufacturer to produce consistently at the right quality level. So they need to check 100% of the goods. A few months ago, I described inspections on a platform, where the … [Read more...]
QC inspections are only a part of your quality assurance strategy
QC inspections don't ensure quality. They only expose lack of quality. Which is good if you didn't oversee production and you are about to ship. But it is not sufficient. Inspecting a production run gives you some information, which can … [Read more...]
How to reduce your QC inspections budget?
Many companies that import from China pay for a third-party quality inspection before each shipment. At close to 300 USD per day of work, it quickly amounts to large sums. Naturally, the question of how to reduce this budget is often … [Read more...]
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