Manufacturing and Quality Control blog

This week on Best in Manufacturing, how retailers are responding to rising commodity prices, how the U.S.-China tariffs could be bad for the EU and how low unemployment in the U.S. is leaving manufacturers with a labor shortage!

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A business expansion should never be an excuse for quality issues. InTouch can provide the customized support your business needs through every step of your expansion, from vetting new suppliers to evaluating quality metrics.

Topics: Product Inspection

This week on Best in Manufacturing, tips for avoiding bad overseas manufacturers, how the development of Latin American e-commerce could influence the warehouse industry, prototyping in China, and more!

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Never assume your supplier will automatically take the steps to protect your products with the appropriate packaging. Ensure your packaging meets your quality standards and protects your products by conducting a package drop test.

Topics: Product Inspection, Packaging

Don't know the difference between product testing and product inspection? Let's explore the difference between these two quality management options available to you and see how they might fit into your quality control plan.

Topics: Product Inspection, QC Processes and Terminology

This week on Best in Manufacturing, how to protect your IP in ASEAN countries, what you can do to fight Trump's tariffs on Chinese products, the technological changes to the garment industry, and more!

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This week on Best in Manufacturing, the advantages of small manufacturers in the age of technology, Japanese manufacturing moving back to China, a revolutionizing 3D printing robot and more!

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This week on Best in Manufacturing, why Chinese products are no longer low-quality, how to protect yourself from industrial cybersecurity threats, what Siemens' support means for China's initiatives and more!

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Supplier visits play a vital role in the relationship between most importers and their manufacturers. They can help facilitate a better understanding of your specific requirements, so let’s look at five reasons for or against visiting your suppliers.

Topics: Product Inspection, Auditing Factories, Working with Factories