Top Manufacturing Cities in China
China is a major player in the manufacturing of goods that are sold all over the world. Many of the biggest and most prosperous manufacturers in the world are based…
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.…
Why many importation businesses fail!
Not many business owners survive the challenges that come with being an importer. In this article, we will share 5 major reasons many importation businesses fail.
Challenges of the Chinese Market for a Foreign Investor
Every year, many foreigners try to do business in China. The reason is not far fetched, considering that China has the highest spending population of middle class - about 800…
China’s role in globalization and how importers can benefit from the trend
Globalization won’t be complete today without mentioning the critical role that China played in making it happen. I like to think that all these may not have been possible if…
Guanxi – How understanding Chinese business culture can improve your importation business
Guanxi is an cultural phenomenon for having a personal network in China. This loosely translates to building a network of personal relationships that operates on trust, devotion and commitments between…
How to Build and Develop Strong Relationships with your Chinese Suppliers
Suppliers play a very important role in the supply chain/importation process. Below are actionable tips to help you develop and build a strong relationship with your Chinese suppliers.
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…
7 Little Changes That’ll Make a Big Difference With Your Procurements
Getting an effective procurement procedure is a continuous process. Efficient procurement processes are beneficial to the business’ objectives and marketing goals. In order to improve your procurement process, we have…
6 Questions Every Importer Considering Private Label Should Answer
Many importers have had to deal with several issues arising from going into private label manufacturing. From spending lots of hours to find a product to sell to sending dozens…