by Insight Team | Aug 3, 2023 | China, Quality Assurance
There is a common perception in the West that China only makes low-quality goods. In many people’s minds, a “Made in China” label may as well say, “This is a cheap, poorly-made product that will break within a few weeks.” Look at this meme — a great example of...
by Insight Team | Jul 19, 2023 | Factory Audits, Quality Assurance
When you are considering a new supplier, vetting them as thoroughly as possible is crucial. Imagine placing your first order with a factory that seems to check all the boxes. However, they delay your order by months, and when you finally receive the products, they are...
by Insight Team | Jun 29, 2023 | Supply Chain Management
In recent years, many companies have worked to diversify their supply chains or adopt a China plus one model. You may even be among the importers assessing manufacturers in alternate countries. Pakistan has been in the news quite a bit recently due to its political...
by Insight Team | Jun 6, 2023 | Factory Audits, Quality Assurance
Screening new suppliers requires significant time and energy. Whether you’re switching manufacturers or selecting your first one, it’s a bad idea to rush the process. Otherwise, you might end up with a low quality product and negative reviews. A factory audit is...
by Insight Team | May 19, 2023 | Product Inspections, Quality Control
If you’re manufacturing a product and thinking about how to manage product quality effectively, you may have come across the term ‘golden sample.’ A Golden Sample, also called an approval sample, is a sample your manufacturer sends to you before mass...