Archive of Author: Asif Rasheed

How AI and Automation Are Reshaping Global Sourcing

By: Asif Rasheed

Green Global Sourcing: Navigating the Climate Shift

By: Asif Rasheed

Chinese New Year and How It Effects Your China Supply Chain

By: Asif Rasheed

  Most importers know that the Chinese New Year can wreak havoc on your China supply chain. Also known as the Spring Festival, the Chinese New Year starts on the 2nd full moon after the winter solstice.  This is a 15-day holiday celebrated by 1/6 of the world population or...

3 Reasons the Chinese New Year Celebration Affects Exports (and what you can do about it)

By: Asif Rasheed

As we all know, Christmas and Thanksgiving in the U.S. can cause delays in business due to scheduled closures. But did you also plan for possible delays due to holidays observed in China? Understanding how these holidays affect exports is essential for anyone involved in supply chain management in China....

Is DHgate Legit in 2026? Pros, Cons, and User Reviews

By: Asif Rasheed

If you like shopping online, you may have used or at least heard of DHgate, one of the largest cross-border marketplaces connecting buyers worldwide with suppliers in China. But many shoppers still wonder: -Is DHgate legit? -Is it safe? -What are the real pros, cons, and customer experiences? This 2026...

China Sourcing Expert Explains 5 Methods to Process Brand Logos

By: Asif Rasheed

A logo is the symbolic embodiment of a corporate image or product image. As a China sourcing agent, I can attest that one of the most important functions of a logo is identification. It is easy for consumers to distinguish similar products of different enterprises or different companies in the...

Fun Facts About Visiting Chinese Factories

By: Asif Rasheed

Many interesting things have come up during our visits to factories together with our clients, such as how local people address a foreigner, joining in square-dancing, trying local popular food such as hot pot and so on. These trips often highlight the unique aspects of buying direct from China and...

Best Toy Manufacturers in China | Best Suppliers for Toy Sourcing

By: Asif Rasheed

Find top toy manufacturers in China with proven quality, innovation, and competitive pricing. Discover the top toy manufacturers in China for seamless sourcing. Toy manufacturers in China have built a toy manufacturing industry that has come a long way over the past few decades, establishing themselves as powerhouses in the...