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Wrapping Up Too Early for Christmas Inspections
With Christmas approaching, the complexities of apparel supply chains mean that now is the right time to prepare for the seasonal winter spike.
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Eco-sourcing 101: “How To”
From the consumer packaged goods industry to electrical and electronics, companies continue to expand their sourcing and procurement into developing countries. While this can reduce costs and increase production capacity, it can just as easily compromise a brand’s image in the minds of environmentally conscious consumers.
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What is the Current Trend of Reshoring? Part II: Considerations for Sourcing in Vietnam and Latin America
The rising cost of labor and the recent global lockdown has led many firms to move a sizeable portion of their sourcing away from China. Vietnam and Latin America have emerged as some of the more popular low-cost alternatives in recent years.
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What is the Current Trend of Reshoring? Part I: Why are the Tariffs so High? Should I Move My Sourcing to Another Country?
The trade war between the US and China has dominated headlines in the first half of 2020. With the increasing uncertainty surrounding tariff hikes—as high as 25% in some industries — many companies are debating whether they should move their sourcing out of China to another country.
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Things to Learn for a Successful Kickstarter Campaign: Product Quality Control
Kickstarter is a great way to raise funds for a project without accumulating debt. But it has its challenges. The internet is full of stories of campaign flops. This article can help you navigate past the pitfalls.
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