You know you could be getting your product for a better price in China, but the uncertainty has you frozen in your tracks. Experienced importers are not worried about this “uncertainty factor,” but for new importers, those who have not bought from China before, the common risks involved when moving...
A couple of years ago, our main office in Beijing wrote a blog about Things You Should Know About Designer Bags and Luggage Manufactured in China. It racked up the page views and seemed to help a lot of people with questions they had about sourcing their own bags from...
Back in 2012, we published a blog about the Main Area of Shoe Production in China. To date, this is one of our most popular blogs and this is a bit surprising to us because, today, the skill in China sourcing is a lot more than just knowing where...
When you begin to talk to someone about China sourcing, it can be a little intimidating. The topic itself can be daunting, and the deeper you go, the more overwhelming in can be. When explaining what it is that we do for your China supply chain, it helps to...
When you’re looking to set up shop in the US, you’ll hear the same thing from anyone and everyone. Location, location, location. But have you considered that the same is just as important when it comes to your China supply chain? Below are just a few location-related factors that...
You’ve got a great a new product. And you have never sourced direct from China factories. And you need the competitive advantage of China’s low costs for mass production. Taking that first step can seem a little daunting. The sheer distance to the other side of the world, the time...
How familiar are you with the Canton Fair? Could the Canton Fair (also known as the China Import & Export Fair) be important to your growing business? This trade show has been held twice a year since 1957 in Guangzhou. It is known as the largest scale and highest...
During my frequent conversations with China importers, the subject of revamping their China supply chain, reduce operating costs and increase efficiency often comes up. Many of these importers have developed good sourcing systems that are sufficient for their immediate needs, but most acknowledge that they would welcome something better. So...
