How to future-proof your supply chain in China before you leave.

📦 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 -- 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗲 China remains the global center for consumer goods. But simply "finding a supplier" is no longer enough. Many companies pay the price for diving in without a real plan. Our first webinar on August 7, 2025 was a huge success -- and due to high demand, we're repeating it! In our free webinar on September 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM CET, you'll learn: ✅ Why sourcing from China remains important -- especially for SMEs and e-commerce brands ✅ The 7 most common mistakes in China sourcing -- and how to avoid them ✅ Why a real sourcing strategy matters more than just comparing prices ✅ How to build trust with suppliers across cultural and language barriers This session is based on our new book The 7 Deadly Sins of Sourcing from China -- full of practical insights and real examples. 👉 Secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/eB9GJM_h 📘 Our book will be published in November 2025 -- but webinar participants will receive early access at a special price starting October 15, 2025. You'll also receive a proven China sourcing checklist after the webinar. ⚠️ Note: The webinar will be conducted in English. #ChinaSourcing #SupplyChainStrategy #ProcurementTips #SMEs #EcommerceGrowth #ProductLaunch #GlobalSourcing #SourcingMistakes #BusinessStrategy #trinasco #Procurement

📦 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 -- 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗲 China remains the global center for consumer goods. But simply "finding a supplier" is no longer enough. Many companies pay the price for diving in without a real plan. Our first webinar on August 7, 2025 was a huge success -- and due to high demand, we're repeating it! In our free webinar on September 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM CET, you'll learn: ✅ Why sourcing from China remains important -- especially for SMEs and e-commerce brands ✅ The 7 most common mistakes in China sourcing -- and how to avoid them ✅ Why a real sourcing strategy matters more than just comparing prices ✅ How to build trust with suppliers across cultural and language barriers This session is based on our new book The 7 Deadly Sins of Sourcing from China -- full of practical insights and real examples. 👉 Secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/epKR52tZ 📘 Our book will be published in November 2025 -- but webinar participants will receive early access at a special price starting October 15, 2025. You'll also receive a proven China sourcing checklist after the webinar. ⚠️ Note: The webinar will be conducted in English. #ChinaSourcing #SupplyChainStrategy #ProcurementTips #SMEs #EcommerceGrowth #ProductLaunch #GlobalSourcing #SourcingMistakes #BusinessStrategy #trinasco #Procurement

🚀 Day 11: Global Sourcing – Why Companies Go International Many think global sourcing = chasing the lowest cost country. Truth? It’s about way more than cheap labor. 👉 Access to innovation (Japanese auto parts, German machinery, Korean electronics) 👉 Risk diversification (don’t rely on one supplier or one geography) 👉 Capacity expansion (when local vendors can’t scale, global ones can) Think about IKEA. They don’t just source furniture parts from one region. They strategically tap suppliers across Asia, Europe, and North America to balance costs, maintain consistent quality, and protect themselves against disruptions like strikes or trade wars. For procurement teams, global sourcing isn’t just about finding the “best deal.” It’s about mapping risks, managing logistics, handling customs compliance, and aligning with company goals. Done right, it transforms procurement from a cost center into a competitive advantage. 📌 Key Insight Global sourcing isn’t only about saving money. It’s about resilience, innovation, and agility in uncertain markets. Companies that embrace it are less fragile and more future-proof. 💡 Question for You If you had to choose between cost savings and supply chain resilience in global sourcing, which one would you prioritize—and why? #SupplyChain #Logistics #Procurement #SupplyChainManagement #WarehouseManagement #InventoryManagement #ProcurementProfessionals #SupplyChainProfessionals #SCM #Sourcing #DemandPlanning #ProductionPlanning #QualityManagement #ReverseLogistics #CareerGrowth #BusinessOperations #OperationsManagement #Manufacturing #GlobalTrade #ExportImport #Leadership

Title: 3 Tips to Negotiate Better with Chinese Factories and Save Costs Without Sacrificing Quality Many UK and US companies approach Taiwan/ China by sourcing with one main focus: the lowest unit price. But without a clear negotiation strategy, this often leads to hidden costs, production issues, and missed deadlines. Since 2021, I’ve helped clients complete dozens of sourcing projects with zero mistakes and zero delays, saving up to 25% in costs. Here are three negotiation tips I use with factories: 1️⃣ Look Beyond the Unit Price Negotiate on payment terms, delivery schedules, and minimum order quantities (MOQs) — not just the price per unit. 2️⃣ Prioritize Reliable Partners A cooperative, deadline-driven factory will often save you more in the long run than the cheapest supplier. 3️⃣ Clarify Details Early Make sure materials, specs, and timelines are confirmed up front to avoid costly misunderstandings. By applying these principles, my clients focus on marketing and sales while I handle the negotiations and delivery. 👉 If you’re looking to secure better terms and a more reliable supply chain from Taiwan/China, let’s connect. #Negotiation #Sourcing #CostSaving #ChinaManufacturing #TaiwanManufacturing #SupplyChain

More and more factories across China and Southeast Asia are actively seeking Australian buyers. This shift in supply chain dynamics is opening up new opportunities — but also new challenges — for importers in furniture, building materials, and consumer goods. How can you: ✅ Refine your negotiation strategies? ✅ Secure reliable, long-term suppliers? ✅ Protect your margins in a competitive market? 👉 Watch the video below to learn how to strengthen your supply chain strategy in this changing environment. #SupplyChain #AustraliaBusiness #ImportExport #GlobalTrade #SoutheastAsia #ChinaBusiness #Logistics #Procurement #InternationalBusiness

Buying with time: the detail that transforms your entire value chain. In international sourcing, time isn’t just a logistics variable. It’s a competitive advantage. Planning ahead allows you to choose better, negotiate calmly, test samples, optimize transport... And most importantly, think beyond the product — about your team, your clients, and the planet. After more than 25 years sourcing from Asia, one thing is clear to me: What’s planned with time is executed with quality. What’s rushed often ends up costing more than expected. Buying in advance isn’t just about saving money. It’s about protecting the details, avoiding last-minute stress, and creating space for good decisions. And in the end, that’s also what sustainability looks like: ✔️ Fewer unnecessary urgent shipments ✔️ Less pressure on internal teams ✔️ A more responsible and balanced way of working In sourcing — as in many things — the best outcomes come when there’s no rush, but enough time. #weareactia #ThoughtfulSourcing #StrategicPlanning #SourcingFromChina #SustainabilityInProcurement

For the first half of my career, I helped companies set up supply chains and manufacturing operations in China. It only made sense to leverage my fluency in Chinese Mandarin to find my niche spot in the world of manufacturing supply chain. In the second half of my career, I’ve been working just as hard to help companies diversify, first into Southeast Asia, then into Eastern Europe, Mexico, India, and now increasingly back to the United States. The philosophy has shifted. What we once called “low cost country sourcing” should have been called “low price sourcing.” Price and cost are not the same thing. “Best cost country” was the next evolution, factoring in not just unit price and logistics but also quality, consistency, capacity, IP protection, trust, and total landed cost. Today, we are evolving again: “best cost from a low risk country.” That often means reshoring or nearshoring, even if unit prices are higher on paper. I continued working with many outstanding Chinese suppliers, often buying goods from factories they set up in Southeast Asia. They provide excellent quality at fair costs. But recent trade policies and tariffs have made it increasingly difficult to sustain those partnerships at scale, which of course is the intent behind those policy changes. The lesson is clear: supply chain strategy is no longer about chasing the lowest price. It is about balancing cost, risk, and resilience in a shifting geopolitical landscape.

China+1 sourcing: risk, trade‑off, reward. If you're still 100% reliant on China for manufacturing, 2025 is your wake-up call. Tariff hikes, compliance crackdowns, and freight spikes are pushing DTC brands to rethink. Enter: China+1. Split your SKUs. Diversify production. Stay flexible. Dual-sourcing isn’t just about cost. You’ll need to: ➯ Build identical QC checklists ➯ Test for color/material/packaging variation ➯ Set inventory buffers to avoid delays ➯ Align suppliers in both regions on specs Pro tip: Negotiate with your China supplier to help you expand; some will source components or even manage part of the transition. We tried this with one skincare client: packaging from China, filling in Vietnam. It saved 18% in landed cost, but we had to rework our QC sheets from scratch. Comment “CHINA+1 PLAN” and I’ll send you my country comparison template (cost + QC + risk). #sourcing #chinafulfillment #supplychain #dtcbrands #manufacturingstrategy #china1

Learn about why a domestic sourcing strategy can be a game changer in a globalized world in our newest blog. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/evajNi4U #BeautySupplyChain #LocalProduction #HBFullerBeauty

Sourcing and import from China Tip: Request detailed packaging instructions for fragile items! 📦 Don't assume suppliers know how to pack for international shipping. Specify cushioning materials, box strength, and handling instructions. Poor packaging can destroy perfect products during transit. Invest time in packaging specs to protect your investment! Follow us for packaging expertise! 🛡️#PackagingSpecs #ProductProtection #ChinaSourcing #SupplierAlly #ImportTips #PackagingDesign #ChinaImport #ShippingProtection #PackagingStrategy #ProductSafety