http://www.procurasia.com/rss.php?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&cat=0 China Sourcing Blog: All you want to know about industrial sourcing in China web_contact@procurasia.com (procurAsia info) web_contact@procurasia.com (procurAsia info) procurAsia http://www.procurasia.com 60 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=75 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=75 I attended an exhibition in Europe and I took the opportunity to pay a visit to the booth of each Chinese supplier present. A very interesting experience, indeed. Thu, 01 Jun 2006 21:24:44 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=83 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=83 A reminder of why you normally wouldn't do business with a Chinese State Owned Enterprise (SOE): Their management is incompatible with Western requirements! Fri, 16 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=85 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=85 Why an ISO certificate does not mean quality audits are not needed Fri, 01 Sep 2006 01:00:09 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=89 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=89 Although not easy, doing business in China is much more accessible than before, even for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). Sat, 01 Jul 2006 01:07:26 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=90 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=90 Tips for buyers sourcing from Chinese suppliers: Company numbers such as turn-over, headcount, production locations or last year production volume must be double checked! Sat, 01 Jul 2006 01:00:07 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=91 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=91 Evaluating your supplier's management is very important. A real example illustrating how the competence & attitude of the management team is critical to the long term viability of a company Tue, 20 Feb 2007 02:28:14 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=95 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=95 Sometimes, several visits to a supplier are needed to evaluate the full scope of their capabilities, or lack thereoff. Tue, 20 Feb 2007 02:40:06 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=100 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=100 Finding physically Chinese suppliers and their factories is a driving and orientation challenge the procurAsia team faces every week in Chinese industrial zones. Wed, 10 Jan 2007 01:00:17 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=101 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=101 Tips for buyers sourcing from Chinese suppliers: references claimed by the suppliers must be double checked Sun, 10 Dec 2006 00:00:01 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=102 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=102 Although very useful, online supplier databases are not the comprehensive tool they would like you to believe they are. Mon, 02 Oct 2006 00:00:54 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=134 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=134 Welcome to our new website: new look, more information, real cases from the field. Mon, 23 Apr 2007 19:00:32 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=135 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=135 Benefits for companies with a good strategy & a flawless execution. Sourcing in China require knowledge, persistence and commitment, but it's worth the effort to do it right Sun, 04 Mar 2007 12:26:29 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=138 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=138 2 pictures showing extremes in applying (or not) basic principles of warehousing in Chinese factories: procurAsia sorts out companies that effectively apply ISO principles Mon, 05 Mar 2007 11:03:22 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=139 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=139 Identification of supplier in China: An professional looking catalogue or brochure is not the guaranty of a good supplier. A case of pictures from competitors Mon, 05 Mar 2007 14:29:06 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=144 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=144 Successful case of supplier development with a plastic extrusion company near Shanghai. Implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles Mon, 05 Mar 2007 13:14:14 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=151 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=151 About procurasia: a company brief description| China sourcing process & challenges| The benefits of outsourcing the local part of a China sourcing project Mon, 01 Jan 2007 00:00:39 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=165 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=165 A very good article from BCG explains why China, after consumer goods, will now export more and more industrial goods, and how committed western companies take advantage of this trend: Fri, 09 Mar 2007 20:27:59 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=167 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=167 Read the article by Z. John Zhang and Dongsheng Zhou Fri, 02 Mar 2007 20:28:45 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=176 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=176 Safety, work environment and warehousing: 3 pictures illustrating what type of worst practices a pre-qualification visit wil systematically reject! Sun, 11 Mar 2007 19:15:50 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=185 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=185 Some pictures from a well managed factory we have visited several times lately. Sun, 11 Mar 2007 20:11:41 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=187 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=187 No comment! Just a picture that speaks for itself Sun, 11 Mar 2007 21:56:22 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=199 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=199 3 pictures of damaged or cut lifting slings, simply "repaired" and still in use in this factory! Against all basic Safety principles, of course... Mon, 12 Mar 2007 10:03:44 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=203 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=203 ... for a Chinese welder with ... a total lack of common sense! Tue, 13 Mar 2007 22:28:06 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=205 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=205 An example of clean room work environment in China Wed, 14 Mar 2007 12:21:21 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=206 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=206 Detailed process and tips for buyers when making a pre-qualification visits to potential suppliers: Safety, quality, meeting with management etc… Wed, 09 May 2007 15:16:29 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=208 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=208 A picture of a poorly managed Control cabinet manufacturer workshop in China: in the industrial controls & electrical enclosure ip nema cabinet industry. Wed, 14 Mar 2007 13:57:12 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=210 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=210 ... for a pile of junk in a corner of a control cabinet workshop, in which cabling operators freely collect cables and connectors to complete their projects! Wed, 14 Mar 2007 14:44:42 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=216 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=216 This page was removed. For accessing other pages, go to www.procurasia.com. Mon, 01 Jan 2007 08:00:00 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=219 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=219 Thu, 15 Mar 2007 15:42:53 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=222 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=222 Thu, 15 Mar 2007 16:17:32 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=223 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=223 Western companies buying in China shall adapt their purchasing habits, expectations, methods and negotiation style Fri, 20 Apr 2007 17:42:25 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=224 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=224 ...amongst the many ways to start a China Sourcing initiative with all chances to fail! Wed, 28 Mar 2007 13:38:21 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=225 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=225 A few examples of Strategies used by western companies to develop their China sourcing for industrial parts. Some that work, some that don't... Wed, 09 May 2007 11:24:38 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=226 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=226 Material handling storage rack conveyors suppliers| Using a directory of suppliers in China may lead you to bad sourcing decision Wed, 28 Mar 2007 22:30:17 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=227 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=227 Wed, 28 Mar 2007 21:59:36 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=232 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=232 Quality management and quality inspections are not of the same nature: A story of parts properly "inspected" in the Chinese factory but rejected by the final user in Europe! Fri, 06 Apr 2007 17:42:28 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=237 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=237 This typical Chinese manufacturer of Racking system for industrial warehouses requires on-site quality management! Fri, 18 May 2007 14:47:09 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=240 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=240 China sourcing trends: A quality certificate give potential buyers the impression of dealing with a well managed Chinese company. A blog story Wed, 25 Apr 2007 11:12:24 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=242 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=242 Presentation to FCCC on May 8, 2007 Tue, 08 May 2007 16:00:33 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=244 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=244 Presentation by Etienne Charlier, founder & MD of procurAsia. The challenges western companies face when sourcing in China & tips and successful strategies Tue, 08 May 2007 16:00:39 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=250 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=250 On how some private companies still behave like the State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) they used to be. Fri, 25 May 2007 12:00:21 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=254 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=254 How to save money by not maintaining anything ! Sun, 03 Jun 2007 12:00:15 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=259 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=259 Many industrial companies in China have good hardware, very capable employees & workers, but are managed by new entrepreneurs without operational vision. Sun, 10 Jun 2007 14:05:31 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=264 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=264 Nice catalogs, new facilities and listing in directory of suppliers in China are not indicators of the true quality of a supplier. Mon, 18 Jun 2007 12:00:39 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=273 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=273 China sourcing trends: Working conditions in workshops vary widely. procurAsia short-lists only those involved in personnel's safety. PPE is a good indicator Fri, 29 Jun 2007 00:00:36 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=287 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=287 Information for buyers: the cost increase the Chinese exporters will face due to the VAT rebate reduction: In average about 8% Tue, 26 Jun 2007 16:14:09 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=291 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=291 Sourcing projects part of an overall business strategy. ISO certifications are not enough to guarantee sustainable quality. Success story of AF Compressor Tue, 26 Jun 2007 15:35:50 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=292 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=292 New VAT rebates rates for Material Handling Parts, Power Generation and Emergency Power Equipment, Printed Board Assembly, Power Supplies, etc. Tue, 26 Jun 2007 16:26:22 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=297 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=297 Why a 5S compliant PBA assembly manufacturer with well managed SMT assembly lines & RoHS compliant lines in China makes sometimes substandard deliveries Mon, 09 Jul 2007 12:00:40 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=305 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=305 This China Racking exporter manufactures pallet racks for manual & AS/RS warehouses & develops welding robotization for export products Mon, 16 Jul 2007 11:11:45 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=308 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=308 Conveyors & control systems manufacturer in Shanghai. Poor workshop producing poor quality products. Packing will probably not withstand overseas shipment Sat, 28 Jul 2007 12:00:36 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=315 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=315 In China, a foreign invested company should settle its production in an approved Industrial Zone (IZ). Competition among IZs is not about facilities, but location & service Fri, 07 Sep 2007 12:00:28 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=321 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=321 A brand new 300 km square large Industrial Zone, an investment of US$4.5 billion. Lingang new industrial zone is all about size! Sat, 15 Sep 2007 12:00:49 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=323 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=323 Advice to buyers in China|Guide to find suppliers and buy successfully industrial equipment|How to organize a sourcing trip in China Sun, 23 Sep 2007 15:10:54 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=333 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=333 Do not underestimate the time required for the first purchase order from China. Getting your first delivery from a new Chinese supplier is often a time consuming process. Fri, 28 Mar 2008 12:00:25 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=334 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=334 Biggest implementation challenge of a China Sourcing initiative: Drive & manage the internal change in Quality Engineering Logistics & Design departments Thu, 11 Oct 2007 13:05:03 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=337 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=337 Compared to a few years ago, some small wind turbine manufacturers have improved but as a whole, the iindustry is not mature yet. Importers without quality control in China risk meeting lots of quality problems. Mon, 10 Aug 2009 10:00:12 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=346 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=346 A simple tool to estimate total logistics costs for parts imported from China to Europe. Including Sea freight costs and logistics costs in Europe Mon, 22 Oct 2007 17:00:09 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=360 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=360 What the IPO success does not say. Alibaba is an operational and a financial success. Do not think it is the sourcing panacea, though. Mon, 12 Nov 2007 19:01:11 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=367 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=367 A clever Chinese driver found a solution to avoid traffic jams. Fri, 30 Nov 2007 20:42:25 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=374 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=374 China has developed its own technology of solar water heating systems (the evacuated tube) and is by far today the world's biggest producer and user! Fri, 14 Dec 2007 15:08:11 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=393 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=393 procurAsia visited and evaluated many Control Cabinet suppliers in China. 3 examples illustrating the typical gap between the best suppliers and the others Thu, 03 Jan 2008 16:54:57 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=413 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=413 A Sun & Wind Energy magazine article: The Chinese solar water heating industry is taking steps towards quality standards. Local management is still necessary Mon, 14 Jan 2008 14:21:26 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=426 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=426 The best diesel gensets produced in China use world-class diesel engines and alternators. But the quality of the assembly and control system varies widely from one supplier to another Thu, 17 Jan 2008 11:33:10 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=430 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=430 10th anniversary celebration of one of our suppliers: A real example of the amazing development of private business in China Fri, 25 Jan 2008 12:00:08 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=437 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=437 An excellent McKinsey Quarterly article explains why reaching operational excellence is now crucial for all multi-national companies operating in China Fri, 15 Feb 2008 11:49:34 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=440 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=440 World Bank China Quarterly Report. Thu, 21 Feb 2008 08:34:14 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=444 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=444 Will a US recession slow down China's development? Will China be hit by a strong export drop? Notes from a lecture organized by the European Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai. Thu, 06 Mar 2008 11:55:17 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=456 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=456 Today, procurAsia and IPBM announce a cooperation agreement to jointly develop China sourcing services in the sector of medical devices and equipments. Tue, 01 Jan 2008 09:00:35 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=457 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=457 We visited recently a battery factory in Guangdong: Its nice factory pictures in its brochure proved to be far from reality! Thu, 24 Apr 2008 09:03:36 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=465 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=465 On April 22, Etienne Charlier gave a presentation on how an integrated sourcing strategy in China can boost your business and your exports. Wed, 23 Apr 2008 09:00:55 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=477 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=477 China is unbeatable when it comes to producing small electrical power generators. But amongst the many companies in this business only a few ones are reliable! Sun, 04 May 2008 09:49:01 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=483 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=483 One third of 650 executives surveyed by Deloitte feel they are VERY SUCCESSFUL in sourcing from emerging markets. This is how they managed it . . . Thu, 05 Jun 2008 09:00:26 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=485 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=485 More and more foreign companies operating in China use procurAsia services. For them as well, we find better suppliers and improve their sourcing performances Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:37:00 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=488 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=488 Who said workers do not know what to do with their PPE ? Thu, 21 Aug 2008 13:41:53 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=491 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=491 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 22:00:37 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=496 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=496 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 12:00:07 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=497 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=497 After reaching extreme heights, sea freight rates are diving to unbelievable lows. How can we make sense of all this? Fri, 13 Feb 2009 12:00:23 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=500 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=500 When reading all those reports about Chinese suppliers in troubles, everyone could get worried about what is going on. A correspondent from The Telegraph has done a site tour to discover what is really happening. Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:00:43 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=504 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=504 An interesting survey about what China sourcing practitioners are considering good practices. Fri, 28 Aug 2009 09:00:20 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=505 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=505 You will save much time and trouble with your Chinese suppliers if you keep the discipline of periodically communicating with them, even though you have no order to place. Fri, 04 Sep 2009 09:00:05 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=508 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=508 Navigating through China's business intricacies is not easy. Great photo illustrating this fact. Fri, 11 Sep 2009 09:00:48 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=509 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=509 On October 29, 2009, Etienne Charlier gave a presentation about Sourcing in the context of the training program "Understanding China" organized by the association of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry: EUROCHAMBRES. Presentation can be ... Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:21:22 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=511 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=511 China counts very good suppliers of water treatment plants and components. Chinese suppliers are certainly an option to consider when looking for any water treatment system project. Sat, 12 Dec 2009 00:00:37 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=517 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=517 It is hard for Westerners to grasp the pace of change in China and its consequences on day to day business. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 21:00:37 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=521 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=521 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 12:00:53 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=524 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=524 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 09:00:39 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=525 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=525 China launched a marketing campaign that is quite representative of the recent trends of Chinese manufacturing. Sat, 09 Jan 2010 09:00:08 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=535 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=535 How China railways impressive development is changing the business landscape and makes China's East coast deeper and deeper. Sun, 21 Feb 2010 09:00:54 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=539 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=539 One more evidence that China is moving up the value chain. Times are over when China only sold cheap stuff to Wal-Mart. It is planning to sell high speed trains to Califoria. Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:00:22 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=540 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=540 After producing the cheap products for the world, China has started its transition to providing the production equipment and plants for other regions to produce cheap goods. Sat, 17 Apr 2010 09:00:27 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=544 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=544 Throughout the years, we have built expertise and experience with a wide range of industries in China. We want to share some information on a selection of industries that we know well. The links in this article point to selected articles we have ... Sat, 02 Jan 2010 09:00:58 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=545 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=545 We sometimes find interesting third party surveys and analysis. Some reports and surveys relate to sourcing practices, some other describe the latest industrial or international trade trends related to China. We want to share the documents that we ... Fri, 01 Jan 2010 08:00:40 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=549 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=549 Tonight, Shanghai is opening is Expo 2010 with a large scale ceremony. It will be opened to the public from May 1 and will remain open until Oct 31. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 11:40:16 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=555 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=555 We have found good suppliers of professional and commercial refrigerators and coolers: floor showcases for retail industry, professional kitchen fridges and refrigerators and many others. Fri, 07 May 2010 09:00:03 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=571 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=571 Three years ago, we could not find any decent Chinese supplier of Stacker Crane for automated warehouses. In 2010, we have found several serious manufacturers of cranes that can be used in AS/RS systems. Fri, 21 May 2010 09:00:55 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=574 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=574 Etienne Charlier speaks at a China Supply Chain Council event. Topic: "The Quality Gap in China Sourcing" . Fri, 09 Jul 2010 09:00:43 +0800 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=575 http://www.procurasia.com/?utm_source=pA&utm_medium=rss&sty=575 Successful buyers in China know that "You get what you INSPECT, not what you EXPECT". They take control of their quality management. Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:00:28 +0800