Sourcing is like a personal relationship. It never becomes successful and long-lasting without trust on both the supplier and buyer side. … [Read more...]
Manufacturing in Vietnam: 4 key factors for moving from China
By Maegan Burkhart The U.S.-China trade war has added new energy to the debate over whether importers should shift production to Vietnam. Importers have been considering relocating supply chains away from China for years and some have already taken the bait. … [Read more...]
Inner workings of a small production facility in China
By Jacob Yount The dynamics of a small production facility in China would make fascinating reality TV. … [Read more...]
Expert talk part 1, John Niggl: Skip samples, miss out on valuable insights (Q&A)
Buy product samples. We can’t stress that enough. … [Read more...]
Two words to help you find the right supplier: Wisely, diligently
Find the right supplier and you’re practically halfway down the road of successful overseas sourcing. Finding the right supplier, however, is easier said than done. … [Read more...]