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Tag Archives: sourcing tips
Our Supplier Blackmailed Us! | Disputes With Chinese Suppliers Q&A (Volume 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
Near-Sourcing in Europe & Turkey VS Buying from China [Podcast]
Renaud hosts and is joined by Fredrik Gronkvist, founder of Productmkr.com, to discuss near-sourcing from Europe + Turkey (and Mexico for North American buyers) VS buying from China. Fredrik has done a lot of research on how to source from … Continue reading
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Sourcing agents may not be right for you when you’re developing a new product
Some companies who develop their new products from scratch choose not to use sourcing agents, and they genuinely don’t feel that it’s necessary. But is this a wise move? Let’s unpack it…
18 Steps for Selecting Electronic Components the Right Way
Adrian and Andrew Amirnovin, Sofeast’s reliability expert and our head of New Product Development, return and explore component selection (especially for electronics). This is just one piece of the manufacturing puzzle, but if you get it wrong it will come … Continue reading
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Plastic Injection Molds: 8 Tips For When Requesting Quotes
Some companies get to the point where they need plastic injection molds for their innovative product, typically for the enclosure and maybe a few plastic internal parts. Here are 8 tips for actions you should take before you confirm a … Continue reading
EU Product Compliance Overview & Tips for Buyers (Feat. Fredrik Grönkvist)
Sofeast CEO Renaud welcomes our friend Fredrik Grönkvist of Compliancegate.com to the show today to discuss all things EU product compliance. Fredrik provides a helpful overview of the common types of banned or restricted substances that you need to look … Continue reading
Manufacturing Alchemy! 5 Ways To Turn A ”Cheap” Product Into A High Profit One
Sofeast’s head of New Product Development, Andrew Amirnovin, is back with Adrian from the team. They’re talking about manufacturing alchemy: taking a cheap product and converting it into a high-profit one! How can importers do this? Andrew shares 5 ways … Continue reading
Kraljic Matrix: Sourcing a Strategic Supplier – Are YOU a Good Fit for THEM?
This article explores the key factors that contribute to attracting and retaining strategic suppliers (outlined in the Kraljic matrix) while highlighting the importance of humanized supplier relationship management. By understanding the needs and aspirations of suppliers, cultivating trust, and avoiding … Continue reading
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How To Source Rare Electronic Components?
The microchip shortage the world has been experiencing since the Covid pandemic shows signs of easing now we’re in 2023, but the supply chain for certain components, especially some rare electronic components like certain chips, is still rocky. So, with … Continue reading
11 Questions to Answer when Sourcing Chinese Contract Manufacturers for Electronics
When sourcing a new contract manufacturer in China, what are the main questions buyers need to answer before agreeing to work together? Renaud and Adrian cover 11 questions for buyers in this episode, especially those making electronic products (although much … Continue reading
