I am looking for sourcing in the RTA (ready-to-assemble furniture) category out of Vietnam. Do you have any recommendations? Thank you, Milan Dear Milan, Thanks for contacting the Ask the Experts help desk. I feel your question has two parts. Any recommendations for specific suppliers? Any general recommendations for dealing with suppliers of RTA in […]
Friday links: Toyota goes electric, bionic eyes, women in sourcing (23 April 2021)
Sourcing-related reading as you head into the weekend. Selected by the Global Sources content team. Toyota joins Volkswagen’s bet on electric future The use of electric vehicles (EVs) might soon be the norm as world-famous automotive companies are already accelerating the release of electric-powered vehicles that are more efficient and sustainable than their petrol counterparts. […]
Friday links (5 Feb 2021)
A little light weekend reading, links contributed by the Global Sources analyst team. China-Vietnam sourcing shift enters phase two, bringing more box congestion When people talk about going ‘China +1’ or moving production out of China, it’s important to be aware that many places aren’t yet ready to take over China’s role completely. […]
FREE e-book: Sourcing Beyond China and Alternative Markets
Maintaining a stable supplier network in diverse places can help mitigate risk and sourcing disruption. So it doesn’t come as a surprise that more and more importers and buyers are implementing a “China + 1” strategy. With this approach, there’s no need to scramble to find new suppliers. There’ll be other sources to handle parts of the supply […]
Day 4 – Show of strength at Lifestyle x Fashion
In a show of strength, Global Sources pulls up Vietnam, India and Cambodia, and puts the spotlight on these veritable sourcing destinations for apparel, fashion accessories and home products. At the Lifestyle x Fashion shows, the rising production hubs of Asia present their capability to meet buyers’ needs from stylish casual wear for men and […]