Case study on the dangers of hidden outsourcing by Chinese suppliers.
This is a real case but some details have been changed to protect identities of buyer and factory.
Earlier this year I was brought in on a project to support a buyer who received from their supplier in China toys …
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Background
When a sourcing project gets to a certain size, it often makes sense to set up a permanent presence on-the-ground in China to help manage the supply chain. This series of blog posts covers some of the key areas of consideration when it comes to setting up in China.
Turnover …
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In my blog post “Too small to go factory direct?” I explain that the hard reality is that not all buyers have large enough orders to build a successful buying experience with a China factory. That article also helps buyers evaluate if they are small or not.
At the recent Global …
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Last month, The Financial Times came to Shenzhen to interview Passage Maker founder and board member of the CSIC Mike Bellamy for a spread. In the article they discuss best practices in doing business in China while maintaining a high moral standard. They also cover the cultural duality you will inevitability encounter …
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Background
When a sourcing project gets to a certain size, it often makes sense to set up a permanent presence on-the-ground in China to help manage the supply chain. This series of blog posts covers some of the key areas of consideration when it comes to setting up in China.
Tax …
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