Archive of Tag: China sourcing
May 29, 2025
Are you thinking about having your production moved to China? With the recent news on tariffs many are waiting to see what happens before they begin to buy direct from China. Effective supply chain management in China is key to making informed decisions. In this blog, we’ll share the best product...
May 13, 2025
When an importer begins their quest of sourcing from China, they typically know what they want, but they are not always as clear about what they need. What is the difference between “want” and “need”? Well, it mostly has to do with details; all the things you need to address...
May 1, 2025
In this blog, we will discuss how having a professional China sourcing agency can add value to your RFQ process, and how they will manage the process successfully when you buy direct from China. We previously wrote in-depth about the RFQ (Request for Quotation) process and how to secure the...
February 5, 2025
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance) is a big deal in business these days but why is that? What exactly is ESG? Are you taking the right steps to benefit from it? In this blog, I will review ESG, how it interacts with CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility), and how this rapidly...
January 9, 2025
With global inflation and tariffs affecting nearly the entire world, and particularly with volatile logistics and freight costs, more and more people are asking important questions about offshoring and supply chain management in China: - Does it still make sense to offshore? - Is it worth it? - What factors...
December 3, 2024
For years, importers hesitated to shift their supply chains to China due to the stigma of "poor quality." Despite significant quality improvements over the last 30 years, many still associate the "Made in China" label with low standards. However, high-quality products, like cutting-edge electronics, often come from China. Proper...
October 31, 2024
The de minimis loophole has been mentioned frequently in the media lately, and the Biden administration is about to make changes to it. This is an interesting topic. Do you know exactly what it means? In this article, I’ll outline what the terms mean, the origins of this loophole, and...
June 30, 2024
Main Areas of Shoe Production in China The changing landscape of shoe manufacturing has led many companies from around the world to source their shoes from China. Let's clarify the different areas of shoe production and purchasing in China and explain what makes each area unique. The Four Central Areas...