Factory audits on China trader suppliers: their reluctance
When sourcing in China, there is the choice between working directly with a factory, via a trader or an agent. In any case, it is ... Continue Reading
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Purchase Process
Why Sourcing & QC Do Not Mix
In the past, we posted the article 3 reasons why QC inspections can’t be done by your agent. While it holds true that inspections should not ... Continue Reading
Purchase Process
Sourcing from Asia & Avoiding Middlemen
Check out AQF’s guest blog post, Sourcing from Asia & Avoiding Middlemen, on Globial’s blog today. For those of you who have never heard of ... Continue Reading
Quality Management
Subcontracting by suppliers: Buyer beware!
When looking for suppliers in Asia, a high percentage of the vendors that you may look at are likely middlemen, with no actual facility, connecting ... Continue Reading
Purchase Process
Avoiding intermediaries for your China production
Should you avoid middlemen for your overseas production? And how to spot one? Read the article on this subject from the chairman of the China Sourcing Information Center.
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Quality inspections: a guide for importers sourcing in Asia
If you import directly from low-cost Asia, it is a good idea to get familiar with quality inspections. Here is a 2-page guide to walk you through the basics of QC.
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3 reasons why QC inspections can’t be done by your agent
Many importers cannot afford to set up offices in their manufacturers' countries. One of the solutions is to use a local agent, who is seldom in a position to secure product quality.
