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Are you sourcing or looking to source from China? Then our blog is for you! We share our best tips and firsthand experience so you can learn how to lower your landed cost, increase quality, and improve delivery times—all while learning about Chinese business culture.
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The one mistake that can wreck your e-commerce business (and how to avoid it)
Let’s talk about something that hits close to home for many of us. Something that happened to a client before they found us. We’ll call him Ben, to...
Beyond the PO: How to Build the Personal Relationships That Forge an Unbeatable Supply Chain
Gifts, Hotpot, and Karaoke: The Untaught Secrets to Becoming a "Priority Customer" in China When it comes to China sourcing, the strongest supply...
The Aggregator Playbook: How to Unbundle Your Factory’s Services and Pocket the Savings
Many experienced importers already know that factory quotes include more than just the cost of production. What’s less obvious is how much those...
The Proactive Profit Center Hiding in Your Customer Returns
Returns are normal. But when they’re caused by factory defects, they don’t have to be a loss. If you manage your own China product sourcing, there’s...
The Art of the Squeeze: 3 Cash Flow Levers
The Art of the Squeeze: 3 Cash Flow Levers Your Chinese Factory Hopes You Never Use For growing e-commerce brands, cash flow isn’t just king; it’s...
Are you talking to a factory or a middleman? The 20% mistake costing you a fortune
I’ll never forget a conversation I had with a brand owner at a conference. For three years, he thought he had a great relationship with his...
7 Ways to Protect Your Factory Molds from Future Disputes
Most importers don’t think about this—until it’s too late. You’ve invested thousands—sometimes tens or hundreds of thousands—into custom tooling....
Finding Legit Suppliers Without Getting Scammed
Not all suppliers are created equal. Some are legitimate manufacturers, while others are middlemen looking to take a generous cut. Worse yet, some...
Sample Order Process: Getting Samples from Chinese Manufacturers
Ordering a sample is one of the most important steps in product sourcing—it’s your first real look at what a supplier can deliver. But if you don’t...
7 Questions to Ask Your Factory When Developing a New Product
Bringing a new product to market? Your factory is one of the most critical partners in your success. But not all factories are created equal. Many...
6 Strategies for Negotiating Better MOQs with Chinese Suppliers
Ever felt stuck with a supplier who insists on a Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) that’s way beyond what you need—or can afford? You’re not alone....
Do You Need a Sourcing Agent? Pros and Cons Explained
Finding reliable suppliers is everything in business. Whether you're sourcing products domestically or internationally, the process can be...
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