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QC Basics: What is a Quality Inspection? Context, Tools & Template

March 25, 2019

What is a Quality Inspection?

This article answers the question: 'What is a quality inspection?' and explores when they typically take place (before, during, and after production). We will cover the types of inspections most widely used by buyers in international trade. They should be performed by 3rd party QC providers (appointed by the buyer), or by the buyer's own inspectors, if you buy from China, Vietnam, India, or another low-cost country. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quality Control Tips Tagged With: during production inspection, final random inspection, inspection, pre-production inspection, QC, quality inspections

Sourcing from China 101, Part 7: Pre-Production: Describing What You Want

December 14, 2017

I have stated several times that you need to describe your product in detail. I know this is obvious, but most buyers don’t do is well… and often regret it later. There are two ways of formalizing your requirements: A written specification sheet, which contains all your expectations regarding the product and its packaging. Pre-production samples, which are supposed to represent what cannot easily be described in written form: the look & feel, the quality of the finishing, etc. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quality Control Tips, Sourcing from China 101, Sourcing New Suppliers Tagged With: pre-production, pre-production checklist, pre-production inspection, pre-production samples

The 4 types of quality inspection services

February 26, 2010

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 Asian countries. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Quality Control Tips Tagged With: container loading inspection, during production inspection, final random inspection, pre-production inspection, QAQC, QC, quality inspections, quality inspectors


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