Best Holiday Decoration Products And How To Ensure Their Quality

by Polly Chen on 16 Jul 2024 | 0 Comments
Explore the top holiday decoration products, understand customer preferences, and receive expert advice on quality control for your business!

Topics: Manufacturing Tips & Advice, Sourcing

Quality Control Tips for Startups to Ensure Product Excellence from Day One

by AQF Blog on 27 Jun 2024 | 0 Comments

If you’re looking to optimize your startup's operation from day one, let’s explore effective quality control tips for product excellence! From setting clear quality benchmarks to leveraging automation, there’s a lot that can be done.

Topics: Manufacturing Tips & Advice

How To Maintain Product Quality Amidst Supply Chain Disruptions?

by AQF Blog on 22 Apr 2024 | 0 Comments

A big priority nowadays is maintaining product quality amidst supply chain disruptions. This is because the web of global supply chains makes maintaining consistency in product quality a formidable challenge when faced with problems. From delays to shortages, these disruptions can have far-reaching consequences. Still, rest assured that with the right approach to planning and proactive measures, you can absolutely weather these issues!  

Topics: Manufacturing Tips & Advice, Sourcing, Supply chain

EU Regulation Update: 5 New Chemicals Added to the SVHC Candidate List

by AQF Blog on 21 Mar 2024 | 0 Comments

Chemicals are frequently used in daily consumer products. They can be found on the coating of the cookware, in the hair products, in the modelling clay that you use, and more. In recent years, there have been rising concerns about the usage and safety of those chemicals. Hence, the regulatory authorities are implementing stricter legislation to regulate the use of chemical substances in industries.

Topics: Manufacturing Tips & Advice, Regulation Update

The Future of Manufacturing: How Industry 4.0 is Transforming the Supply Chain

by AQF Blog on 13 Mar 2024 | 0 Comments

With all the recent advancements and new tech, industry 4.0 is transforming the supply chain. Leveraging all of its advantages, it continues to revolutionize manufacturing processes! As a result, businesses are experiencing unprecedented changes in managing and optimizing their supply chains.

Topics: Manufacturing Tips & Advice

The Challenges and Opportunities of Sourcing from India

by AQF Blog on 6 Feb 2024 | 0 Comments
Discover the challenges and opportunities of sourcing from India and learn strategies to navigate sourcing in India's vibrant market.

Topics: Manufacturing Tips & Advice, Sourcing, asia sourcing

Best Practices for Supplier Quality Management During Relocation

by AQF Blog on 19 Dec 2023 | 0 Comments
Explore your options for best practices for supplier quality management during relocation and make your business thrive at all times!

Topics: Manufacturing Tips & Advice, Sourcing, supplier audit

Wood Warping and How to Prevent It

by John Niggl on 2 Dec 2023 | 48 Comments
Products made of wood can play tricks on you. While they might look fine at first, wood warping can distort what was once a perfectly fine item. But by knowing how wood warping is caused, you can take steps to make sure wood doesn't become disfigured and useless.

Topics: Manufacturing Tips & Advice

How To Prepare Your Supply Chain For Chinese New Year 2024

by Polly Chen on 20 Nov 2023 | 0 Comments

If you are a business owner who sources from China, you must have heard about the Chinese New Year (CNY), also called Spring Festival and Luanr New Year, and the factory shutdowns related to this festival. Click on our post to find out the details of Chinese New Year 2024, and tips to prepare your supply chain for it.

Topics: Manufacturing Tips & Advice

The Benefits of Outsourcing Quality Control Service to A Trusted Third Party

by AQF Blog on 26 Oct 2023 | 0 Comments

Quality control services ensure products meet predefined standards of quality – and in any industry, maintaining high-quality standards is paramount for success. Many businesses initially prefer internal quality control teams for several reasons, including proximity and availability. However, many factors, like budgeting, talent availability, and others, may soon make outsourcing appealing.

Topics: Manufacturing Tips & Advice

4 Critical Quality Controls For Cosmetics Packaging