For contract manufacturing projects that aim to produce a product, project cost includes the overall works in design, engineering, manufacturing, quality, project management, and supply chain management. Within each of these categories, work can be...
Read MoreGlobal sourcing involves all factors related to helping make a product happen on time, meeting quality standards, and satisfying budget expectations. There are many resources required in order to build a product such as engineering...
Read MoreHow many times have you seen a “Made in China” label on a product? Chances are your answer is “a lot”. This product information isn’t just a courtesy to the customer. It’s legally required for...
Read MoreThe United States’ new tariffs on China, Mexico, Europe, and counter acts from elsewhere around the world have been a concerning topic in the business world. Since companies have built increasingly complex international supply chains,...
Read MoreThere are a lot of factors that go into determining the cost of making your product. This is why in early conversations with your manufacturer it usually isn’t possible to give you an impromptu, off...
Read MoreIf you are producing a product, then you are likely aware that there may be certain safety and quality criteria it needs to meet in order to successfully be marketed and sold. In order to...
Read MoreTaking an idea and realizing it is exciting. It’s through ideas from entrepreneurs like you that we see manufactured products that help the world evolve. With that being said, it takes a lot of hard...
Read MoreYou’ve gotten your product manufactured overseas and managed to save a few bucks too by doing it across the water. Great. But that’s only the first (admittedly large) step. The next big challenge is shipping...
Read MoreIf you’re already manufacturing a product, you understand how important tooling is. But what happens if your factory isn’t quite working out and you want to head to greener pastures? Or you’re ready to move...
Read MoreChinese New Year (CNY) is an important time of year for many people in China. Much like the Christmas holiday in the U.S., it is a time for celebration and family, though on a larger...
Read MorePlastic is a widely used material in manufacturing, both in products and packaging. It is energy efficient and relatively easy to manufacture in comparison to alternatives. However, there are countless different types of plastics that...
Read MoreThe things we read or hear about in the news and media typically play a large part in shaping our perceptions about certain issues. They put generalizations in our minds about what a place or...
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