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Author: Eric Doxey Boud

Do I Need to Visit My Chinese Factory?

By Eric Doxey Boud October 6, 2018October 6, 2018 Leave a comment Announcements

Whenever I have a client manufacturing something in China, I always recommend visiting the manufacturing facility. There are many benefits to visiting your manufacturer regardless of where they are, but from my experience, it’s even more important when your manufacturer is overseas. The cost to visit may seem high at first, but can you really […]

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Why We Need More Entrepreneurs in Manufacturing

By Eric Doxey Boud August 26, 2018September 22, 2018 Leave a comment Tips & Tricks

The United States ranks No. 1 out of 138 countries as the best environment in the world for being an entrepreneur according to GEDI’s 2017 study. CNN and the Kauffman Foundation report that hundreds of thousands of new companies are started each year and approximately 6 percent of U.S. adults claim entrepreneurship as their main source […]

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5 Things to Know about Manufacturing in the U.S.

By Eric Doxey Boud August 9, 2017November 16, 2017 2 Comments Tips & Tricks

If you’re considering manufacturing a product, you should be aware of your options before defaulting to overseas factories. Here are five things to know about U.S. manufacturing so you can make the best decision for your business: 1. It’s not as expensive as you’d think There are a lot of bottom-line benefits to keeping your […]

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5 Tips for Manufacturing in China

By Eric Doxey Boud May 26, 2017January 3, 2018 6 Comments Announcements, Resources, Tips & Tricks
Shanghai, China

If you are wanting to manufacture a product in China, here are five things you should know before you send the order: 1. Relationships are everything The Chinese culture is heavily based on relationships. To have a successful experience working with any manufacturer in China, you will want to make sure your relationship with them […]

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