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Join Renaud Anjoran, Founder & CEO of Sofeast, in this podcast aimed at importers who develop their own products as he discusses the hottest topics and shares actionable tips for manufacturing in China & Asia today! WHO IS RENAUD? Renaud is a French ISO 9001 & 14001 certified lead auditor, ASQ certified Quality Engineer and Quality Manager who has been working in the Chinese manufacturing industry since 2005. He is the founder of the Sofeast group that has over 200 staff globally and offers services (QA, product development & engineering, project management, Supply Chain Management, product compliance, reliability testing), contract manufacturing, and 3PL fulfillment for importers and businesses who develop their own products and buyers from China & SE Asia. WHY LISTEN? We‘ll discuss interesting topics for anyone who develops and sources their products from Asian suppliers and will share Renaud‘s decades of manufacturing experience, as well as inviting guests from the industry to get a different viewpoint. Our goal is to help you get better results and end up with suppliers and products that exceed your expectations!
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Wednesday May 21, 2025
Wednesday May 21, 2025
In this special bonus episode of 'China Manufacturing Decoded,' Adrian and Renaud look into the often misunderstood role of trading companies in the Chinese manufacturing landscape.
Ultimately, this episode aims to equip listeners with the knowledge to make informed decisions about engaging trading companies, weighing their potential benefits against the challenges of less transparency and higher costs.
Show Sections
- 00:00 - Welcome
- 00:46 - What Is a Trading Company?
- 02:01 - When Trading Companies Can Add Value
- 03:21 - The Downsides of Working With Trading Companies
- 05:16 - How to Spot a Trading Company
- 06:31 - Can a Trading Company Be a Good Partner?
- 08:11 - Final Advice: Should You Use One?
Related content...
- Trading companies glossary
- 8 Red Flags To Beware Of When Working with Chinese Manufacturers
- How To Find Trustworthy Chinese Suppliers?
- Why First-Time Buyers Fall for Trading Companies in China
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- Subscribe to our YouTube channel
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