There is a tendency for inexperienced importers to blame their suppliers for all quality and safety issues that come up. However, in the situation where the buyer works with an OEM or a contract manufacturer, they share some (and usually … [Read more...]
China Supply Chain Transparency and Monitoring: Not Getting Easier…
China supply chain transparency and monitoring is still as important an issue as it has ever been, and importers need to stay on their toes. Let's explore why this isn't getting any easier... … [Read more...]
Traceability in Manufacturing: Do your Chinese Suppliers Do it Right?
I see buyers who spend a lot of time pushing their suppliers to do QC inspections on incoming components, to keep the production area clean, to give clear instructions to operators, and other basics. But I seldom hear them push for … [Read more...]
How To Ensure your Chinese Factory Purchases Good Components?
One of the most common ways Chinese manufacturers enlarge their margin is buying substandard components. Any time a lot of money can be saved this way, the temptation is very strong. What can you do to avoid this risky behaviour from … [Read more...]
Are Your Chinese Factory’s Batteries Made by Samsung, LG, or Panasonic?
Let’s say you buy an electrical product that is assembled by your Chinese supplier and they promise to purchase original batteries from a well-known company. Are you sure you will get what you pay for? For the buyer, the question … [Read more...]
9 Things Only a Large Company Can Obtain in China/Vietnam
I see some good advice, published in Linkedin or elsewhere, aimed at importers sourcing products from China, Vietnam, or other low-cost Asian countries. A lot of this advice is sound. However, I noticed that a good chunk is NOT … [Read more...]
Communication with Chinese Suppliers: Banging Your Head Against the Wall?
Over the years, Chinese manufacturers have gotten better at understanding their overseas customers. And, in many industries, their quality has tended to improve. However, communication with sales people is still an area of frustration … [Read more...]
The 3 Best Ways for Importers To Pay Chinese Suppliers
A client asked me what the best ways of paying Chinese suppliers were. Let's go through the 3 most common options you have. It is 98% likely that one of these options is the best for you. 1. T/T payment T/T stands for Telegraphic … [Read more...]
Investing in an Injection Mold: What Is Best Practice in China?
Many importers are puzzled. They ask quotations for a plastic part, and Chinese suppliers quote wildly different amounts for the injection mold. One reason, obviously, is the nature of the mold: Is it in hard metal (e.g. H13 steel), … [Read more...]
Is Factory Consolidation Accelerating in China?
I had an interesting discussion last week about one of the mega-trends I see happening in the Chinese Manufacturing sector -- the consolidation of the manufacturing sector, from many players of all sizes to a few large players. Several … [Read more...]
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