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Decision-making before purchasing from China

Sourcing tips & pitfalls

Purchasing from China: Why Cheaper Doesn’t Always Mean Efficient

A lower supplier price does not always mean a better purchasing decision.
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Looking for the “Top Supplier ” in China? You’re Chasing a Myth
There are no “best” or “worst” suppliers in China. That’s simply not how it works here.
Before you pay a supplier in China, make sure you can export it from China
Logistics reality doesn’t care that you negotiated a great price with your Chinese supplier. Customs has its own rules and regulations.
Trade shows in China: three points worth remembering
Three points to keep trade shows in China useful: niche vs general events, realistic ROI expectations, and China-specific communication when choosing suppliers.
Battery-powered goods from China: where shipping reality shows up
So, instead of focusing only on price negotiation, check with the supplier whether they can handle and support the export requirements.
Are you sure the factory you’re visiting in China is a real one?
A quick look at “factory-theater” in China manufacturing — staged factory visits, outsourced production, and the “fake it till you make it” mindset.
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