Choise your supplier

Once you have a list of exporters, you can begin asking questions in order to narrow it down to the supplier who is right for you. Some things you will want to ask each exporter to provide you with include:

Client references.

A reputable supplier should be able to provide you with client testimonials and references.
Once they do, check them!
Business licensing information. You want to be sure that any company you do
business with is properly licensed and in compliance with all applicable trade
laws in order to avoid future legal problems which may affect your business.

Manufacturing and staffing information. Be sure you understand the exporter’s relationship to the manufacturer, i.e. do they manufacture the product themselves, and if not, do they get paid by the manufacturer as well, or do they only work for you?

The name and location of the factory producing the product. If an exporter
refuses to provide you with the name and address of the factory where the
product is manufactured, they may not be a reputable supplier.

Information regarding the experience of the factory in producing your particular
product. Cost is not the only the consideration when choosing a supplier, quality may be just as important, and the manufacturer’s experience can be a good indication of the quality of work.

Samples of the product. Unless you will be manufacturing your own new
product, the supplier should be able to provide you with samples of the product
so that you can get a better idea of the quality and know ahead of time exactly
what you are paying for.

 

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