Category: Sourcing
Why New Amazon FBA Sellers Should QC Their Shipments
Amazon FBA sellers are the new wave of quick inquiries to China’s vendors. FBA is of course...
6 Points of Contention in Overseas Manufacturing for Smaller Buyers
In your China and overseas manufacturing, there are certain aspects that you have to contend with....
Don’t Underestimate Necessary Time During Initial Setup Phases
After the quote the factory told you it will take 15 days for setup and sampling. Just because the...
China & Offshore Sourcing: Sample Process Tips
We’re close to 2019. It’s a week away. As the New Year rolls in people are working on...
Be Able to Articulate Your Requirements
Many importers and would-be buyers attempt to plough through overseas sourcing without actually...
5 Things All Great Importers Do
Great importers consistently do the same things in their projects. Offshore projects that crumble...
5 Things to Check Early in the Sourcing Process
As we’re rounding out 2018 and about to enter 2019 here’s a batch of “things to...
Sourcing Aspects that Buyers Underestimate
From the newest buyer to “Asia experts” that have imported for decades, there tends to...
Customization and Your Private Label Product
How will customization come into play with your private label product? Are you thinking to...
One Way of Approaching Product Selection
Here’s another installment on the considerations for product selection. These all revolve...
About Jacob
For 18 years, I’ve worked in China manufacturing. This blog is to help new buyers or seasoned importers better understand overseas suppliers, their culture, the manufacturing processes and logistics. I lived in China from '01 to '12 and now on the Carolina coast. Currently I work in product development and supply chain improvements for Sofeast.
Learn MoreLet’s Connect
China Sourcing Basics
Let me share what I've learned about China Sourcing.
Provide your email & receive free ebook: 40 Tips for Emailing China Suppliers.
I'll never spam. I'll share tips on Private Labeling, Sourcing and China Business.
You have Successfully Subscribed!