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Last updated: June 10, 2026

We’re Suffering from Systemic Supplier Failure in China! | Disputes With Chinese Suppliers Q&A (Volume 29)

When shipments are delayed, production is inconsistent, or communication breaks down, it’s often not a single issue; sometimes the problem is the supplier itself. This was exactly the case for a US-based medical supply and equipment distributor we worked with. … Continue reading

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DIY Sourcing from China Part 8: How To Improve Quality From Your Supplier? [Podcast]

We’re diving back into our series of episodes on how to do your own sourcing from China, from finding suppliers, getting the products manufactured, and through to post-cooperation soft skills such as building rapport with them, following up on production, … Continue reading

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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

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