Logistics

International commercial logistics is vital for improving the delivery process of goods at the importer’s facilities. Successful physical distribution requires proper handling of goods importation processes. The logistics strategy should focus on reducing unnecessary steps, measuring processes, eliminating risks, and reducing costs in the order-delivery cycle.The implementation of an appropriate logistics strategy results in increased […]

Manufacturing in Asia and selling online through marketplaces like Amazon is a growing business model that shows no signs of slowing down. With this system, it’s possible to create a design and even a brand, while focusing on quality and saving costs, all while setting oneself apart from competitors. It’s well known that raw materials […]

The import of goods by maritime transport grew steadily in 2017, following the trend of recent years. Despite the strikes last year in Spanish ports, maritime traffic achieved its best result since 2006 with a growth of over 7% and with the ports of Barcelona, Valencia, and Algeciras leading the way. As for goods, chemicals, […]

More and more entrepreneurs are opting to manufacture clothing in Bangladesh. One of the main reasons why the country has become a major textile factory is the reduction of tariffs to 0%. This measure benefits European importers and the Asian country itself, which has seen the textile sector as an important source of income for […]

The U.S. withdrawal from the Asia-Pacific treaty will make China the dominant exporter, multiplying opportunities for business with imports from other Asian countries The Free Trade Agreement, known as the Asia-Pacific Treaty, was signed by 21 countries to protect their economies and prevent China from monopolizing exports by imposing its rules on the rest of […]

The Silk Road shortens times, but the ship is the most used means due to its cost and higher frequencies This was highlighted during a recent visit to Spain by Mao Wenjing, president of the Foundation for the Exchange between Yiwu and Spain (FIYE). Although the train is designed for freight transport, Mao Wenjing has […]

Finding reliable suppliers, planning production, and understanding import costs are key to making profitable business deals Production Lead Times in China One of the things to consider for import profitability is production lead times, especially when intending to market seasonal goods like clothing. In this sense, import planning must begin at least six months in […]

The keys to importing clothing from Asia are finding a reliable supplier, choosing good fabrics, verifying the quality of the finishes, and negotiating the best price based on the purchase volume. Product Specifications Balancing these three factors (price, quality, and finishes) determines whether a textile product is acceptable or not. To ensure your supplier can […]

An investment of a cent in China to improve product quality here translates into a significant return in customer perception. Companies in the HORECA channel have the option of purchasing textile products from wholesalers. However, considering the need for large quantities of the same product, the most economical way to obtain quality and personalized products […]

OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) is used to identify manufacturers that offer the possibility of producing designs as white-label products for the buyer to customize with their own brand. Any company can acquire quality OEM products in Asia, as this is the most common form of production on the continent for items across all sectors. The […]