This week’s blog is Part 2 in a three-part series on CPG’s China sourcing services, which provides you, the importer, with what is, in effect, your own branch office and team in China. As discussed last week, implementing the China Sourcing Solution comprises the following five steps: Step 1: Understanding...
At CPG, we implement our Sourcing Solution to achieve optimal China sourcing services for you, the importer. Our solution provides your own branch office in China—full of dedicated staff and experienced specialists to execute your sourcing vision responsibly—without the management burden. What are the steps to getting started? Implementing the...
If your supply chain management in China is delivering decent results, it is common for even the most experienced importers to feel as though they do enough to manage it. Many importers are busy CEOs focused on many other things aside from their sourcing program. A competitive supply chain requires...
Once upon a time, in a world where every product seemed to bear the tag “Made in China,” there existed a treasure trove of China-sourcing horror stories. These stories will make you cringe, shrink, and pity the companies involved. From recalls that threatened global giants to rogue toy dolls in...
Welcome to CPG's Q4 Newsletter! Our newsletters summarize recent events and talk about China supply chain trends. This quarter we discuss what you must consider before making your business trip to China, hidden opportunities for buyers in the midst of China's slow growth this past summer, fortifying your China...
Welcome to CPG's first Quarterly Newsletter! Our newsletters will summarize recent events and talk about China supply chain trends. This quarter we discuss how to protect your IP in China, China's deflationary trend, communication in your supply chain, market trends, trade shows, shipping costs, and more! As always, we...
For those new to China sourcing, some of the lingo can seem confusing. In this blog, we’ll summarize the top 10 terms most commonly used in supply chain management that all importers should know. Glossary of Sourcing Terms: -Blanket Order: This is a purchase order in which the buyer places...
Last week we published our Top Ten List of China Sourcing Companies, which ranks companies in a systematic and transparent manner. See the blog and list again here: Part 1: The List This week we reveal the analysis behind the list - our comprehensive scoring system, what metrics we used...
