China Shipping: Expectations vs. Reality
Different stakeholders have different expectations in the logistics industry. Considering the disruption happening in the supply chain and logistics industry, one can only prepare contingencies and ensure that plans are…
Undeniable Proof That You Need Professional Procurement Experts
Being in the supply chain business means that you have to be very vigilant and prudent about your business. A little blunder can affect your business in the negative way.…
How to Get Free Consolidation Services for Air & Sea Cargoes in Nigeria
Consolidated shipping is a method of shipping where a consolidator or importer combines individual LCL (Less Than Truckload) shipments from different shippers into one full container shipment. Participating in consolidated…
20 Terms Anyone in the Sourcing Industry Should Know
The sourcing industry is a very simple yet complicated one. If you are a newbie, coming to terms with a lot of terminologies within the industry can be overwhelming. Inorder…
Winter Olympics Games 2022: What Importers Should Expect
In two days time, February 4th, the Beijing 2022 winter Olympics will kick off in China. While the world thinks China should cancel the games based on the arguments whether…
6 Smart Ways To Save Cost On Shipping For Importers
Considering a lot of expenses involved in running a business, it is important for importers and business owners to constantly look for ways to cut operating costs and save more…
How To Make Profit As An Importer Despite Unstable Exchange Rates
Being an importer comes with its own baggage. An unstable exchange rate is one of them. Imagine waking up every day and learning from your freight forwarder that the exchange…
Before you buy your next product from China-A complete 2021 guide
China has taken the top spot in the world’s production of consumable products. For the smart business owners, now is the opportunity to become an importer. Not only does China…
5 Common Mistakes Importers Make When Buying From China
When starting out as an importer, it can be so overwhelming to absorb a lot of information about importation on the internet. There is so much information out there about…
Difference Between Air Freight & Sea Freight
Being an importer, you are constantly making a vital decision on what kind of shipping works for your business at any point in time. Doing this often means you have…