Sourcing
Product Sourcing and Procurement Across Asia
Finding suppliers online is easy. Finding a manufacturer that can make the right product, at the right quality, on workable commercial terms and within the required timetable is much harder.
Integrated Asian Trade Agency provides product sourcing, supplier sourcing and procurement support across major Asian manufacturing markets, including China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and India.
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Tell Us What You Need to Source
Every sourcing project starts with the buying requirement. We look at the product, specification, materials, quantity, target price, expected order frequency, packaging, destination market, compliance requirements and delivery date.
That gives us a basis for identifying suitable manufacturers and comparing them properly.
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Supplier and Manufacturer Sourcing
We research potential suppliers and manufacturers, obtain quotations and compare the commercial position. Where several factories are suitable, we help the buyer understand the differences in price, minimum order quantity, tooling, lead time, payment terms, production capability, packaging and export requirements.
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Factory Verification and Supplier Due Diligence
A professional website and a competitive quotation do not prove that a supplier can perform.
Where appropriate, we can coordinate supplier verification, factory checks, manufacturing capability reviews, audits and other due-diligence work before a significant order is placed. The level of verification should match the value and risk of the transaction.
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OEM, ODM and Private Label Manufacturing
We can help businesses identify manufacturers for OEM, ODM, contract manufacturing and private label products. This can include product specifications, samples, prototypes, tooling, packaging, branding, pre-production approval and production planning.
If the product involves proprietary designs, formulations or intellectual property, appropriate legal and confidentiality protections should be considered before detailed information is shared with suppliers.
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Quality Control and Product Inspection
Quality control works best when it begins before production. The product specification, approved sample, materials, dimensions, finish, packaging and acceptance standards should be clear before the factory starts making the order.
Depending on the product, we can coordinate production checks, pre-shipment inspection, container-loading checks and independent testing through suitable partners.
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We Compare the Real Cost, Not Just the Factory Price
A supplier that appears cheapest at factory level may not be cheapest once freight, packaging, duties, inspection, lead time and payment terms are considered.
Where the information is available, we compare suppliers with the wider landed cost and commercial outcome in mind.
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Sourcing Markets
Our sourcing focus covers China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, India and wider Asian manufacturing markets. The right country depends on the product, manufacturing capability, order size, quality requirements, lead time, freight and destination market.
Send us your product requirement.
Tell us the product, specification, quantity and destination. We will identify suitable manufacturers and compare them properly.