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Tips from experienced China buyers
| “Be very patient. Use multiple sources. Demand to speak with existing customers.” | |
| Barry Samuels, President, Brands & Images Sourcing in China since 2000 |
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| ”Use professional assistance with experience of production in China.“ | |
| Karl Fredmark, Owner, Powerbox Internatiuonal AB Sourcing in China since 1990 |
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| “Be aware of the extra time you need to invest in every project when doing business with China suppliers. Make a decent QS and get it signed by the supplier. If you don't have your own QC, hire a company that can do the QC after production and before shipment. If it seems to be too difficult, then look in your own country if there are workshops where you can learn more about doing business with China. In most countries, there are companies who are specialized in doing business with Asian suppliers. They are willing to help for a fee of course.” | |
| Elroy Haarbrink, Buyer, Royal Talens Sourcing in China since 2000 |
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| “We took legal steps resulting to our entire satisfaction.” | |
| Taff Aris, General Manager, Matero Ltd Sourcing in China since 1990 |
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| “Make sure that the factory understands your product.” | |
| M. Van Bennekom, Office Manager, Leen Verpakkingen Sourcing in China since 2000 |
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| “Consider all the production options that are available - just where is the best place to add value. Check that the approvals house is recognized worldwide.” | |
| Ray Bennett, Managing Director / Owner, I.E. Ltd Sourcing in China since 2001 |
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| ”Make every effort to get to know who you are dealing with before placing an order.“ | |
| Dick Konefke, General Manager, Eaton Commercial Supply Corp. Sourcing in China since 2002 |
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| ”I think visiting the factory and actually meeting the suppliers personally to form relationship first.“ | |
| Anna Sekoto-Sacre, Managing Director, Manakedi Ltd Sourcing in China since 2008 |
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