Long-Cycle Order Risks: Why Pre-Shipment Inspection Is Not Enough

Long-Cycle Order Risks: Why Pre-Shipment Inspection Is Not Enough

What happens when a company finds major defects at the end of a long-cycle order? The answer is cost...

Managing Forced Labor Risks: A Compliance Guide for Global Sourcing

Managing Forced Labor Risks: A Compliance Guide for Global Sourcing

Managing forced labor risks in global sourcing stands as a non-negotiable priority for every enterpr...

QMS Audits vs. ISO 9001: Why Certification Doesn't Guarantee Quality

QMS Audits vs. ISO 9001: Why Certification Doesn't Guarantee Quality

A buyer receives a shipment from a factory holding an ISO 9001 certificate, expecting high quality, ...

Assess Factory Capacity: A Guide to Preventing Production Delays

Assess Factory Capacity: A Guide to Preventing Production Delays

Manufacturers rely on accurate capacity assessments to prevent costly production delays. While suppl...

Supply Chain Transparency: Managing Tier 2 & Tier 3 Supplier Risks

Supply Chain Transparency: Managing Tier 2 & Tier 3 Supplier Risks

Many organizations believe they understand every link in their supply chain, but research shows only...

ESG Compliance: The Critical Role of SA8000 for Western Buyers

ESG Compliance: The Critical Role of SA8000 for Western Buyers

Western buyers face mounting pressure to prioritize SA8000 for ESG compliance as consumers and stake...