Online and traditional businesses worldwide depend on global supply chains. This network of producers and distributors enables a more cost-effective method of sourcing materials and product manufacturing. However, working with these entities across different countries presents several unique challenges. Communicating with the appropriate stakeholders within the supply chain may be … Read more
Lean manufacturing is considered a practical production philosophy aimed at minimizing waste and increasing production. It has been a boon for most companies in the past, but the pandemic turned it into a hindrance to business recovery. It has even significantly contributed to the global supply chain crisis. The benefits … Read more
Reading time: 3 min 45s China plays a key role in the global supply chain. Its place as a manufacturing hub means that businesses across the world and most especially, ecommerce and retail businesses are heavily reliant on it for their operations. What then happens when a global health crisis … Read more
Reading time: 3 min 21s E-commerce business transactions tend to involve international shipments. But the goods being shipped across international borders need to be correctly identified and classified by the customs authority. This is why one needs to understand the HS and HTS codes as they play a significant role … Read more
Reading time: 3 min Understanding USPS Flat Rate Shipping: A Simple Guide Shipping can be a headache, whether you’re sending a care package to a friend, running a small business, or mailing heavy equipment across the country. Costs vary, calculations get tricky, and unexpected fees can sneak up. That’s where … Read more
Reading time: 3 min What is co-packing? Scaling production can be costly to firms; thus, co-packing has become increasingly popular. Co-packing is a form of outsourcing; it involves the assembling of a product into its final packaged form by a third-party. Co-packers are skilled at handling varying stages of the … Read more
Reading time: 4 min 37 sec We are very happy to invite Fredrik Gronkvist from Chinaimportal to write a post for our blog and to help all businesses that are manufacturing their products in China and shipping them to the world. What are some of the potential potholes or issues … Read more
