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Avoiding Quality Issues during Storage and Transportation in 2021
When sourcing products from China or other Asian countries, you...
Importing from China: 3 Golden Rules for a Smooth Pre-Chinese New Year
Every year from the end of January to mid-February, factories in...
The Ultimate Vocabulary List for Your Trip to China
When you conduct business with China, there is a potential for a lot...
Are Carton Drop Tests Useless?
The Carton Drop Test is a quality check that is commonly done in the...
5 Benefits of a PP sample
Pre-Production samples (PPS) are common in the sourcing process. The...
IP Rating Explained: Ingress Protection
In some cases, being “water resistant” or “waterproof” for a product...
Why Catching Defects is Not Enough…
Successfully sourcing your products from Asia implies being careful...
Is AQL a must?
Sampling procedures and AQL standards are frequently used for...
Preventing Defects with Ishikawa Diagram
When sourcing products from a factory in Asia, maximizing your...
7 Steps to a Successful Partnership with an Inspection Company in Asia
Importing consumer goods from China and other Asian countries has...
Minimizing Quality Issues with Exemplary Specifications
From my 10 years of experience working with Chinese suppliers, I...