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5 Ordering Practices to Avoid

Placing an order seems pretty straightforward, but there are actually plenty of ways one could easily mess it up. So, what kinds of things should you stray from when placing business orders? The following list outlines 5 ordering practices to avoid:

1) Don’t source solely on short lead times and cheap prices.

Unreasonably short deadlines create pressure; and, in order to meet those deadlines, suppliers end up scrambling to deliver on time, which often results in lower quality service. Furthermore, cheap doesn’t always mean ideal. Orders need to be well thought out and accomplish your company’s top priorities. Placing a subpar order demonstrates – above all else – carelessness.

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By |January 13th, 2015|Manufacturing, Sourcing|

Is Quality a Policy of Management?

When establishing your management policies, you need to prioritize what your company requires most. This may include resource planning or training. This could also include quality, but the big question is: Should it?

Before placing an order with your overseas suppliers, does your company review the buy with your quality needs in mind? Is quality incorporated into the management policies of your company? […]

By |December 31st, 2014|Quality Products|

What Should Be Included In A Pre-Shipment Inspection?

Your products, your clients, and your reputation should not, under any circumstances, be jeopardized. That’s why pre-shipment inspections are required and follow a specific set of guidelines. This time period is critical because it is the last opportunity to identify and correct issues on time. Inspections are meant to be thorough, so it’s important that you’re fully aware of all that should be included in a successful pre-shipment inspection. Here are some helpful reminders: […]

By |December 23rd, 2014|Inspections|

3 Crucial Elements in Pre-Shipment Inspections

Why risk your product quality? Pre-shipment inspections are a very important tool for companies to ensure they are delivering the same level of product consistently and that they have promised their customer. Pre-Shipment Inspections can keep substandard product from being shipped and reaching your customer. There are three main elements to check during a Pre-Shipment Inspection.    […]

By |December 18th, 2014|Inspections|

What Are Loading Inspections and Why Do You Need Them?

You have just completed your pre-production, during production, and pre-shipment inspections, so you’re done right? Not quite. You still have one last inspection opportunity to ensure your product is received exactly as expected. It’s a loading inspection. But, what are loading inspections? Why do you need it? Isn’t a pre-shipment inspection the same? Let’s break it down. […]

By |December 9th, 2014|Inspections|