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Tag Archives: sourcing tips
Last updated: February 14, 2026
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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Tagged kraljic matrix, sourcing tips, supply chain management
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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
10 Sourcing Tips & Hacks to help you Find the Right Suppliers in Asia
What is the right supplier and how do you find them? Sit tight, because we’ve got a great video full of sourcing tips and hacks that will help you!
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Tagged sourcing tips, vetting suppliers, sourcing suppliers
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Is My Supplier A Trading Company Pretending To Be A Manufacturer? | Disputes With Chinese Suppliers Q&A (Volume 17)
I’ve written before about Chinese trading companies masquerading as legitimate manufacturers before on a number of occasions on my blog QualityInspection.org, and the threats they can pose to importers haven’t disappeared. Here are some reasons why trading companies might be … Continue reading
Silicone Production Processes, Properties, And Testing [Videos]
Our senior engineer Paul Adams has put together a video playlist where he explores silicone production processes, properties, and the common testing importers do to assess this production material’s suitability for their products. If you use silicone in your products, … Continue reading
Current Manufacturer Not Up To Scratch? Here’s How To Leave Them [Podcast]
Let’s talk about what happens when you need to leave your current Chinese manufacturer and switch to a new one. Why would this scenario occur, how do you manage the transition, and what activities do you need to do to have a successful and smooth* … Continue reading
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Tagged sourcing tips, switching manufacturers, supplier management
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DIY Sourcing from China Part 7: How To Develop Your Chinese Supplier? [Podcast]
Sofeast CEO, Renaud, and Adrian from the team continue our mini-series of episodes about doing your own sourcing from China in this, our 7th part. By now, you’ve found and vetted a supplier and are working with them on production. … Continue reading
DIY Sourcing from China Part 6: Should You Be A Hands-On Or Hands-Off Kind Of Buyer? [Podcast]
Renaud and Adrian talk about the different ways to follow up on production once you’re working with a Chinese supplier who’s developing and/or manufacturing your products. You can either be hands-off or hands-on, and both have their positives and negatives … Continue reading
DIY Sourcing From China Part 1: Good Fit, Sourcing, Vetting, & Backups [Podcast]
In this episode of the podcast: What are your 4 options when sourcing suppliers in China? [Podcast] we discussed that sourcing your own new suppliers in China was an option open to importers. So, let’s say you want to find … Continue reading
