Agilian Technology Inside Sofeasts Manufacturing Powerhouse

In this episode of “China Manufacturing Decoded,” host Adrian takes us on a deep dive into Agilian Technology, the contract manufacturing subsidiary of the Sofeast Group. Joined by head of new product development Paul Adams, listeners are offered a rare … Continue reading

Can you develop a new product, THEN make it comply to the requirements related to medical devices

Let’s say that you’re an entrepreneur or business that has designed a new product that has a healthcare application and you want it to be compliant with some common medical requirements (this would seem to make sense due to the … Continue reading

What’s in your Bill of Materials

Adrian and Renaud tackle the crucial subject of the Bill of Materials (BOM). Listeners will learn about the role of the BOM in product development, its evolution throughout a project, and how it impacts different departments, from design to procurement. … Continue reading

Which Manufacturing Processes Will You Come Across In Asia, And What Are They

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

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

Global Supply Chain Shifts Freight Costs, Dropshipping Hurdles, & Upcoming U.S. Strikes [Podcast]

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

QA Program blog

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

Product Warranty and Warranty Period What you need to know [Podcast]

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

The Need For Many Prototypes [FIGO Case Study]

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

Mastering Prototype Accuracy A Comprehensive Guide [Podcast]

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