In a select few cases, importers can rely on factory QC staff for product inspection. Most of the time, however, most importers prefer other alternatives, like third-party quality control, because they don't want to face the risks posed by solely relying on factory QC staff.
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Third-party product inspection is widely accepted in the manufacturing industry as an effective means to ensure quality. And when you understand the 5 reasons why many importers use it, you'll be able to determine if it's also right for you.
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Some importers feel that to gurantee product quality, they need to go personally or send someone from their company. But this method of product inspection quickly becomes expensive. Aside from cost, there's many other reasons that most importers choose to rely on someone else for product inspection.
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While some situations call for a full-time product inspector, some simply don't. Knowing the pros and cons of hiring a full-time product inspector will help you make the decision that's best for you and your business.
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Managing product quality at a supplier's factory thousands of miles away can be a daunting task. And product inspection of the goods before they ship is the best way to avoid receiving an order that doesn't fit the bill. But how should you approach product inspection? Find out about the four ways most importers handle inspection with this free eBook.
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