Doing Business

Do You Need an NNN Agreement to Manufacture in China?

What an NNN agreement covers, how it differs from a standard NDA, and when it is worth the cost to protect a product made in China.

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Minimum Order Quantity: Why Chasing the Lowest MOQ Can Cost You More

Chasing the lowest MOQ can raise your per-unit cost elsewhere. How minimum order quantity actually interacts with tooling, freight, and margin.

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7 Reasons Manufacturers Want to Work With Some Brands (And Not Others): What Manufacturers Look for Before Quoting Your Product

What manufacturers look for before quoting: seven reasons factories take on some brands and turn others away, and what to have ready before you ask.

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What Is ESG and When Should Manufacturers Start Caring?

What Is ESG and When Should Manufacturers Start Caring? In January 2025, Shein’s General Counsel was questioned by UK lawmakers about whether the company sourced cotton from Xinjiang, a region linked to forced labor concerns. Around the same time, Temu was reported to be under investigation by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for potential […]

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Why You’re Getting Ghosted by Suppliers

Sourcing overseas for your product manufacturing can be unpredictable, especially when communication suddenly drops off. One week you’re exchanging samples, pricing, and timelines. The next… silence (and we don’t mean you, although that happens a lot too). If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Getting ghosted by suppliers is one of the most common frustrations […]

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How Brands Handle Demand Spikes

From viral moments to seasonal surges, demand doesn’t always grow gradually. It jumps. And when it does, most supply chains aren’t built to keep up. What starts as a good problem can quickly turn into missed timelines, rising costs, and inconsistent quality. This is where having the right systems in place matters. Where Things Usually Break […]

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Overseas Manufacturing Tips You Need to Know

Sourcing overseas for your product manufacturing might sound straightforward. Find a supplier, place your order, and wait for delivery. But in reality, global sourcing and contract manufacturing are rarely that simple. Many small and mid-sized brands assume sourcing is as easy as emailing a factory and receiving samples within a few weeks. The truth is […]

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How to Deal with Legal Issues when Investing in China

Legal issues when investing in China: entity structure, contracts, IP protection and dispute resolution, and how foreign brands reduce each risk.