By Matthew Milasius If you manufacture in China and distribute through Walmart, you could be squeezed by tighter sourcing requirements in the coming years. … [Read more...]
How to comply with standards that are impossible to reach?
By Renaud Anjoran Importers are often stuck between a rock and a hard place. They are asked by customers or by regulators to comply with very tough (and sometimes unrealistic) standards, and at the same time they need to ensure business continuity — keep selling similar products and make a margin. … [Read more...]
How China’s new environmental regulations can impact your procurement program?
By Claire Piccinno - Asia Quality Focus team Recent amendments to China’s environmental regulations and an unprecedented crackdown on non-compliant manufacturers has created havoc for businesses sourcing products from across China. The closure of thousands of factories has disrupted supply chains and delayed shipments, impacting on the timely … [Read more...]
Bangladesh’s (still) unsafe garment manufacturing sector
By Matthew Milasius Bangladesh is a major garment exporter. In 2016, garments accounted for more than 80 percent of exports, amounting to over $25 billion USD. Despite the enormous value manufacturing garments brings to Bangladesh, there’s a less savory side to all this commerce: a lack of safety. … [Read more...]
Violating these packaging regulations could make your goods unsellable
By Vicky Yu Did you know, as an importer, you can actually be fined or criminally convicted for failure to follow legal regulations related to their product and packaging that endangers the end customer? … [Read more...]