Topic: Supply Chain

July 12, 2024

Nearshoring in Mexico can minimize supply chain disruptions, reduce transportation costs, and take advantage of favorable trade agreements. Companies benefit from lower labor costs and easier communication due to geographical proximity.

July 5, 2024

In today’s rapidly evolving global landscape, businesses are faced with the pressing need to adapt their supply chain strategies to mitigate risks and maintain competitiveness. The “China Plus One” approach has emerged as a key solution, encouraging companies to diversify their manufacturing and sourcing beyond China to build resilience and flexibility in the face of ... Read more

July 4, 2024

July 3, 2024

China has long been the world’s dominant manufacturing hub, but recent shifts in the global landscape have led companies to reassess their supply chain strategies. Rising labor costs, geopolitical tensions, and concerns over intellectual property protection are among the primary reasons businesses are exploring alternative production locations.

July 3, 2024

Supply chain diversification spreads risk by using multiple suppliers and locations, crucial in today’s unpredictable market. This article explains why it’s important and offers strategies to implement it effectively.

March 21, 2024

Have you thought about your supply chain strategy? The disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic made many more people aware of the term “supply chain.” However, as an entrepreneur bringing a new product to market, you know that the supply chain is much more than what you hear in the news. Supply chain processes are ... Read more

January 6, 2024

We all know that efficient supply chain management is crucial in today’s competitive business environment. Businesses need to be agile and cost-effective to meet customer expectations and keep up with market changes. However, product development can be particularly challenging. It almost always involves multiple suppliers and stakeholders that require effective coordination. How do we address ... Read more

February 10, 2023

For digital first brands, new target audiences, packaging considerations, and retailer requirements can all seem unfamiliar and daunting. Fortunately, there is knowledge you can leverage to ease your entry into retailers supply chain.

December 2, 2022

September 29, 2022

From pricing strategies to sourcing and procurement processes, there are several elements in a business’s supply operations that can be modified to maximize the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of a business. Given frequent supply chain disruptions and squeezing margins, reducing costs is more imperative than ever to ensure the survival of a wholesale business.  How can ... Read more

September 29, 2022

For years, China has been the go-to manufacturing location, but that has changed in recent times. With the increased transportation cost and heavy tariff policies between China and the United States, partnering with Sino factories is getting heavy on the pocket. On top of that, their sporadic city shutdowns in hopes of a ‘zero covid’ ... Read more

September 29, 2022

When outsourcing your manufacturing overseas, there are many factors to consider besides the cost. For starters, risks with regulations, customs, logistics, and prominent cultural differences are just a few other considerations. Cost-efficiency alone does not make a supplier ‘the one’. How do you navigate through these? The key is building a reliable relationship with your ... Read more