Trump’s Second Term Tariff Talks Ignite Global Tensions

In this episode of our podcast, Episode 246, hosts Adrian and Renaud delve into the complex topic of international trade policies as they discuss President Trump’s anticipated trade moves in his upcoming second term. Recorded on December 4th, the conversation … Continue reading

Revolutionizing Manufacturing with AI Insights from Bryan DeBois

We explore the transformative world of artificial intelligence (AI) in manufacturing, joined by Bryan DeBois, Director of Industrial AI at Rovisys, a leading system integrator. Bryan brings years of experience in digital transformation, industrial AI, industry 4.0, and smart manufacturing. … Continue reading

sofeast china raw materials price indices

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

DFMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly) Deep Dive

Hosts Adrian and Renaud dive into the principles and practices of Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA). Whether you’re developing your first product or refining an existing design, DFMA provides a roadmap to streamline production, reduce costs, and enhance product … Continue reading

Unpacking the Product Requirements Document [Podcast]

In this episode, Adrian and Renaud talk about the pivotal role of the Product Requirements Document (PRD) in hardware development. They break down the essential elements of a PRD, exploring how it aligns teams, improves design clarity, and ensures product … Continue reading

Disputes with chinese suppliers 26

We found this interesting story posted on LinkedIn recently, in which product founder Daniel Rees shared his unfortunate experience with a Chinese supplier who was producing his company’s products, helmets. The supplier, knowing that they relied on him for production, took the … Continue reading

Analyzing Different types of Testing Labs and their Activities

Adrian and Renaud dive deep into the world of product testing, sharing information about the best types of testing labs for different needs. They explore the three main types of testing labs—calibration, compliance, and reliability—and discuss when each is applicable, … Continue reading

When and How to Switch Suppliers Detailed Advice.

In this episode of China Manufacturing Decoded, Paul Adams, head of new product development, is joined by Fabien Gaussorgues, CEO of Agilian Technology, to explore the critical decision to switch suppliers (manufacturers) in Asia, especially China. They discuss common warning … Continue reading

sofeast china raw materials price indices

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

IF Trump is re-elected, what about US-China Relations

Adrian and Renaud dive into a critical discussion just 12 days before the U.S. presidential election. With the possibility of Donald Trump being re-elected, they explore the implications for U.S.-China relations, focusing on trade dynamics and manufacturing. The episode delves … Continue reading