The final random inspection is by far the most popular QC service in China (see my last post, where I listed the other major types of quality inspection services). It is suitable for nearly all types of consumer goods purchased in Asia. … [Read more...]
The 4 types of quality inspection services
Four types of quality inspection services are usually distinguished. Each one corresponds to a particular step in the production process. They are all part of the toolbox of every importer when it comes to buying in China and other low-cost … [Read more...]
Checking the export cartons
The export cartons are the cartons handled during transport to the importing country. Many importers leave the cartons' specifications up to the supplier's choice, but in Asia this can be a big mistake. Properly-designed export cartons … [Read more...]
Statistical quality control tool: get a valid sampling plan
What is the difference between statistical quality control and unprofessional inspections? A professional inspector will follow a valid sampling plan. A sampling plan should take care of three fundamental concerns: There should be a … [Read more...]
How to do QC inspections by yourself
A sourcing agent working out of Shenzhen recently asked me for some advice. He just moved to China and he is going to do his first QC inspections for one of his clients. Going through all the details and all the possible situations would … [Read more...]
Re-Inspections: the Key Is To Manage Corrections
This post is about re-inspections following a rejection for quality issues. Not about second inspections that are booked because the first inspection was impossible to carry out (e.g. because a last-minute problem delayed all production, … [Read more...]
Getting quality products from China: it takes time and effort
As I wrote in my last post, it is possible to find good manufacturers who don't play games and ship good quality products out of China. I see this type of situation with some of my buyers, who have narrowed down on a few good … [Read more...]
Small importers buying unsafe products in China
Small buyers have a hard time ensuring that what they import from China is safe for consumers. In many cases, there is no way they can buy direct from China and pay for all the inspections and lab tests that are necessary, and still make a … [Read more...]
How to check many small orders produced at the same time
One of my clients places lots of small orders in China. For example, they would place 15 orders in a factory, for shipment at the same time. Each order is a particular style, and all combined they don't even fill a 20' container. How to … [Read more...]
The brain drain away from inspection firms
After reading a bunch of resumes and talking with a few people in the industry, I have the feeling that most inspectors don't work in third-party companies for long. I might well be wrong, of course. It is only the fruit of a few … [Read more...]
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