Sofeast Knowledgebase Blog

In this episode of the podcast, join host Adrian and Paul Adams, Sofeast’s Head of New Product Development, as they delve into the multifaceted world of manufacturing. From the bustling machine shops of Asia to the intricate processes of electronic … Continue reading →

Here’s the monthly update tracking the costs of commonly used raw materials from China for the past year to help you understand where the market is right now. If you or your supplier are purchasing materials from China for your … Continue reading →

This week, your host Adrian is joined by Kate, head of the Sofeast supply chain management team, to bring you the latest updates in logistics and shipping. Discover the recent decline in ocean freight costs, the impact of US port … Continue reading →

We support lots of companies to develop their own new electrical/electronic products and bring them into production. Over 90% of those projects are in China. But how do we support you to go from product early prototypes to mass-produced products … Continue reading →

Host Renaud Anjoran welcomes product reliability expert Andrew Amirnovin on the show to discuss the topic of product warranty in episode 235—frequent customer inquiries about the subject prompt this discussion. The conversation begins with an overview of the interconnectedness between … Continue reading →

We caught up with Robert Nappi of FIGO to discuss the importance of prototyping and the need for many prototyping iterations during product development. He has been through a 6-year journey to bring a very interesting and innovative product to … Continue reading →

In episode 234 of the China Manufacturing Decoded podcast, we explore ensuring that you get accurate prototypes, a crucial step in product development. Our host, Renaud, and Agilian’s new product development head and experienced product engineer Paul Adams, discuss the … Continue reading →

What happens when your inspected products reach a customer who complains about performance issues? Does this mean that the quality inspection wasn’t done properly? Maybe not, because QC inspectors check products against pre-defined specifications and it’s not their job to … Continue reading →

Adrian and Renaud talk you through the intricate journey of taking a consumer electronic product from concept to market. They discuss the various milestones, tasks, and example costs involved in this process. From the initial product concept and design to … Continue reading →

In episode 232 of the China Manufacturing Decoded podcast, Renaud does a deep dive into Christopher Mims’ book, Arriving Today: From Factory to Front Door, Why Everything Has Changed About How and What We Buy. Mims, a Wall Street Journal … Continue reading →