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[VIDEO] Global Sources LIVE Sourcing Talk: All About Fasteners

October 14, 2021 by Tom McGrenery (Content Lead) Leave a Comment

Humble but essential, screw, bolts and other fasteners are essential basic components for all kinds of industry. In this Global Sources Live panel, members of the Taiwan Industrial Fasteners Institute (TIFI) share their knowledge and insights on the business of sourcing fasteners, from perennial in-demand products to new developments, upcoming industry trends, and what buyers […]

[VIDEO] Sourcing Hosiery from Taiwan: How Taiwanese suppliers stand out

October 13, 2021 by Tom McGrenery (Content Lead) Leave a Comment

In this episode of Supplier Stories, find out how sourcing from the Taiwan Hosiery Manufacturers Association compares to the rest of the world. Gain insider tips on how to effectively work with Taiwanese suppliers, their strengths and offerings, as well as the production processes they utilize to reduce environmental impact. Guests: MBJ Design Director […]

Sourcing 101: Key questions to ask suppliers

July 27, 2021 by Stef Calimlim (Content Editor) Leave a Comment

Choosing the right suppliers, whether for raw materials or finished products, can be a time-consuming, energy-draining and costly sourcing task. As inevitable as it is necessary, there are a lot of things to consider before diving into sourcing nitty-gritty – one of which is one’s ability to ask the right questions to prospective suppliers and […]

PPE sourcing checklist

May 21, 2021 by Tom McGrenery (Content Lead) Leave a Comment

Personal protective equipment (PPE) includes a range of items designed to protect the person wearing them against threats to health or safety. Right now, they are in high demand everywhere as the coronavirus pandemic mutates and returns in different locations around the world. Here’s a handy checklist you can use when you’re arranging orders of […]

Friday links: brain-reader tech, ethical supply chains (7 May 2021)

May 7, 2021 by Tom McGrenery (Content Lead) Leave a Comment

Weekend sourcing-adjacent reading selected by the Global Sources content team. Tips for auditing an ethical supply chain “The rise of conscious consumers has altered how brands compete, and ethical supply chains have become a source of competitive advantage as brands leverage prestigious certifications such as B Corp status to closely align themselves with mindful consumers […]