Here is a list of the most popular pieces of content from the China Sourcing Information Center. Much of the content below was created by PassageMaker staff who volunteer at the CSIC.
Best of CSIC 11.8.2013 to 12.2.2013
New BBQ. Protecting IP. Working with factory on distribution.
Here is a list of the most popular pieces of content from the China Sourcing Information Center. Much of the content below was created by PassageMaker staff who volunteer at the CSIC.
Best of CSIC 10.2.2013 to 11.7.2013
Learn how to protect an idea from copycats
What are the main issues when sourcing?
Here is a list of the most popular pieces of content from the China Sourcing Information Center. Much of the content below was created by PassageMaker staff who volunteer at the CSIC.
Best of CSIC 9.2.2013 to 10.1.2013
Why is my domestic supplier charging China VAT?
Can I get compensation for a missed delivery?
PRC Releases New Trademark Amendment, Violators Face Fines: ~500K USD
Here is a list of the most popular pieces of content from the China Sourcing Information Center. Much of the content below was created by PassageMaker staff who volunteer at the CSIC.
Best of CSIC Summer 7.3.2013 to 9.1.2013
Ask the experts
Does the NDA protect me? Will my ideas be stolen?
Common Mistake: Releasing funds after provision of shipping docs
Why does my supplier fight a move from FOB to EXW terms? What role does VAT play?
Do I Get a VAT Rebate in China?
Blog Posts
Social Audits: inexpensive and effective
What to do when a pissed off supplier and his thugs camp out in your China purchasing office.
7 common questions asked when registering Intellectual Property: costs & steps
Why does my supplier fight a move from FOB to EXW terms? What role does VAT play?
Sophie’s China Law Blog
Be Smart, not Sorry, when Drawing up Contracts.
Videos
“How to Spot a Good Factory and Avoid a Bad Apple” Part 7 of 7
“How to Spot a Good Factory and Avoid a Bad Apple” Part 6 of 7
“How to Spot a Good Factory and Avoid a Bad Apple” Part 5 of 7
“How to Spot a Good Factory and Avoid a Bad Apple” Part 4 of 7
“How to Spot a Good Factory and Avoid a Bad Apple” Part 3 of 7
“How to Spot a Good Factory and Avoid a Bad Apple” Part 2 of 7
“How to Spot a Good Factory and Avoid a Bad Apple” Part 1 of 7
Whitepapers
Gray Channels. What they are, Why it hurts, What to do About it.
Articles
Understanding Your Idea Before Applying for Patent
Product Sourcing and Modifications
Revealing a Great Idea too Early.
Here is a list of the most popular pieces of content from the China Sourcing Information Center. Much of the content below was created by PassageMaker staff who volunteer at the CSIC.
Best of CSIC 6.4.2013 to 7.2.2013
Ask the experts
Importing Food and Country FDA Registration Requirments.
What is the Import Duty on my Product?
Blog Posts
Excellent (& free) resources for buyer education
Too good to be true, rings true, whether buying or selling in China
Videos
Ming-Global ‘Q & A Part 2′ Part 11 of 11
Ming-Global ‘Q & A Part 1′ Part 10 of 11
Ming-Global ‘Conclusion’ Part 9 of 11
Ming-Global ‘Timing, Quality and Finished Products’ Part 8 of 11
Ming-Global ‘Do Not Negotiate’ Part 7 of 11
Ming-Global ‘RFQ’ Part 6 of 11
Ming-Global ‘Importance of Artwork and Cartoon Markings’ Part 5 of 11
Ming-Global ‘Internal Sourcing Request’ Part 4 of 11
Ming-Global ‘Language Barrier for Chinese Suppliers’ Part 3 of 11
Here is a list of the most popular pieces of content from the China Sourcing Information Center. Much of the content below was created by PassageMaker staff who volunteer at the CSIC.
Mike’s Blog
Behind the scenes: buying SD cards & flash/ thumb drives, China Direct
Comments on: “Betrayed in China: One Entrepreneur’s Hard Journey East”
Videos
Don’t Forget the Marketing’ Part 11
‘Don’t Get Cheap on Design’ Part 9
‘Keep Your Current Supply Chain’ Part 8
‘Knowing the Chinese Production Calendar’ Part 7
‘Being a Good Customer’ Part 6
‘Understanding the Importance of Guanxi’ Part 5
‘Don’t Confuse Motion with Progress’ Part 4
Steps Small Business Must Know on Importing from China Part 1
White Papers
Here is a list of the most popular pieces of content from the China Sourcing Information Center. Much of the content below was created by PassageMaker staff who volunteer at the CSIC.
Mike’s Blog
Move over Shanghai Surprise. Meet the Zhejiang Screwjob.
Warning Signs of a Chinese Scam
First time sourcing? Q&A with an Australian buyer of Chinese products
Advanced sourcing skills: WFOE’s and other options for a China presence
Essential sourcing skills: Supplier Verification
Videos
Small Buyers Strategies: Video Tutorials
Exclusive Q&A from: ‘Top 10 Common Mistakes’ Seminar Part 2
Exclusive Q&A from: ‘Top 10 Common Mistakes’ Seminar Part 1
Common Mistake #10. ‘Not Knowing What to Outsource and What to Keep In-House’
Common Mistake #9: ‘Not Registering Your IP in Advance’
Common Mistake #4. ‘Not Conducting Due Diligence’
Common Mistake #2: ‘Not Knowing the All in Costs When Going China Direct’
Experienced or Not. Setting Up in China. Part 5 of 5
Experienced or Not. Setting Up in China. Part 4 of 5
Experienced or Not. Setting Up in China. Part 3 of 5
Experienced or Not. Setting Up in China. Part 2 of 5
Experienced or Not. Setting Up in China. Part 1 of 5
Articles
How Can Textile Factories Continue to Operate in Expensive China?
Advanced sourcing skills: WFOE’s and other options for a China presence
Best of March’s Asia Quality Focus Blog
Essential sourcing skills: Supplier Verification
Experienced or Not. Setting Up in China. Introduction to Series
“ask the experts”
Purchasing Brand Name Electronics
How Much do Sourcing Agents Charge?
Sophie’s China Sourcing Law Blog
Choosing Your Business Vehicle: Wholly Foreign Owned Enterprises
White Papers
Avoiding Middlemen: what most China sourcing agents, trading companies and brokers don’t want buyers to know!
Here is a list of the most popular pieces of content from the China Sourcing Information Center. Much of the content below was created by PassageMaker staff who volunteer at the CSIC.
Videos
Small Order Strategies Part 2 of 5
How can you go China direct if you can’t necessarily go China Factory direct?
Small Order Strategies Part 1 of 5
How can you go China direct if you can’t necessarily go China Factory direct?
“ask the experts”
Arranging Shipping to My Inland Warehouse
Africans Get Burnt on Bad Beans from China.
First Time Buyer. Small Volume. Tips?
Hacked. 32K Gone, Ensure You Are Not Next.
Sophie’s China Sourcing Law Blog
How to protect your IPR while doing business in China
Don’t be Fooled by a Foreign Partner
Are Bilingual Contracts Necessary?
Mike’s Blog
Here is a list of the most popular pieces of content from the China Sourcing Information Center. Much of the content below was created by PassageMaker staff who volunteer at the CSIC.
“ask the experts”
Can I Buy On Credit from China?
Last Payment Escrow. Now They Want Direct Pay.
How Do I Send Defects Back To China?
My Suppliers Don’t Want To Use Paypal. Why?
New To Sourcing. Where To Start?
Can My China VAT Offset My UK VAT?
Who Can Register My IP in China?
I Can’t Afford To Visit China. How to Source Safely?
I Think Something is Wrong With My Supplier.
Articles
Here is a list of the most popular pieces of content from the China Sourcing Information Center. Much of the content below was created by PassageMaker staff who volunteer at the CSIC.
“ask the experts”
Angry Birds Gets Angry Over Counterfeit Angry Birds
I Want to Purchase Goods from China, But Don’t Have Importing License. Is a License a Must?
Back Door Shipments. What To Do?
Can I Go China Direct With No Sourcing Experience and a PO of 300 USD?
How Do I Avoid Getting Cut Out of the Supply Chain?
Why Do the Suppliers Ignore Me?
Articles
Best of the Asia Quality Blog for December 2012
Hong Kong Increases Exports to the Middle East
Book Review
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