Archive of Category: Sourcing Tips
December 2, 2017
In our last blog, The Future of China Sourcing, we introduced a new series we’ll be following for the next few weeks. Here at CPG, we have had to change with the times over the last 40 years of sourcing from China. We wanted to evaluate that change, and discuss...
December 4, 2015
With the 4th quarter coming to a close, most company leaders think about two elements of their management: the year-end review and the planning of the next year. That said, for those companies whose business model depends at least partly on importing from China, this is the time for a...
August 11, 2013
The world of sourcing can be a little confusing at times, here are some commonly used acronyms in the sourcing industry to help clear things up! VAR - A value added re-seller is commonplace in the electronics industry but not exclusive to it. We can use Apple as an example; Foxconn manufacture...
April 15, 2013
There are many considerations one should take when sourcing goods from China, and when it comes to logistics there are many different ways to find the right logistics for you. Choosing the best shipment option is completely dependent on your unique circumstance but this article will give you some helpful...
March 19, 2013
5 Tips for Making Your Prototype in China So you have a great concept and design and now you need a prototype to show and attract investors, test for viability, marketability, etc. China offers great value for prototypes but there are several tips to keep in mind when making your...
March 12, 2013
China’s restrictions when sourcing rare earth elements Have you ever heard about rare earth elements before? Most people do not know what they are but they are really important elements in many hi-technology products. China is the major producer of rare earth elements in the world, however, the Chinese government...
January 14, 2013
Sourcing Tires from China The tire industry in China has seen incredible opportunity and expansion in the last few years and has emerged globally as the largest manufacturer, exporter, and consumer of tires. Chinese domestic demand for automobiles can be attributed for the lion share of the success of the...
December 24, 2012
Main Areas of Shoe Production in China The changing landscape of shoe manufacturing has led most companies from around the world to source their shoes from China. This blog will clarify the different areas of shoe production in China and explain what makes each area unique. There are four central...