Outsourcing to China: Setting up a China sourcing office

Once importers reach a certain scale in their China purchasing, many start to consider setting up a buying office in China to manage the business. Doing so is, of course, a complex undertaking, and it would take more than a single article to cover the topic thoroughly. But in this click here to continue

Posted on 4 November 2008 | 8:45 pm

Corporate Identity for Importers

Creating your own logo and brand identity seems like a waste of time — many manufacturers can provide you with their own packaging design and logo. Unfortunately, they do the same for everyone else buying their products, and these goods may even enter your home market without your knowledge. click here to continue

Posted on 26 September 2008 | 1:38 am

China shipping advice: Selecting the right freight forwarder for you

Sebastian Tschackert of Schenker Logistics walks new importers through the shipping complexities of purchasing from overseas suppliers as compared to domestic sourcing. For buyers new to the international scene, Sebastian urges that they avoid getting bogged down by the logistics process, and he offers some insights on how to pick click here to continue

Posted on 5 September 2008 | 1:50 am

China prices: Sizing up second-tier cities

After posting David Dayton's article on the key factors to weigh when considering a move away from established production centers in coastal China (http://www.smartchinasourcing.com/china-manufacturing-cost/china-prices-moving-not-necessarily-a-solution.html), we received a number of requests for a deeper look at the choices involved. In response, David elaborates on the sourcing strengths and weaknesses of first- click here to continue

Posted on 3 July 2008 | 3:29 am