How to Find a Manufacturer to Make Your Product
You have a new product idea that you think would be a profitable addition to your existing or new business. Now what?…
What Is a Sourcing Agent? A 2025 Asia Manufacturing Guide for Brands
If you are exploring overseas manufacturing for a consumer product, you will quickly encounter the term sourcing agent. It is also commonly…
Pros and Cons of Manufacturing in China
Manufacturing in China has long been a strategic choice for businesses looking to optimize production costs and scale operations efficiently. The…
Safeguarding Intellectual Property: Navigating New Global Partnerships
In the competitive world of custom consumer product manufacturing, safeguarding your intellectual property (IP) is paramount. The product development and design process…
Pitfalls of Alibaba for Sourcing Product
Buyer Beware! In an increasingly globalized marketplace, businesses often turn to online platforms like Alibaba to connect with manufacturers and import…
How to Find and Vet a Manufacturer in Asia
Part of the IPS series on turning a product idea into a manufactured reality. Start with the complete manufacturing roadmap. Finding a…
How to Manage Quality Control When Manufacturing Overseas
and Part of the IPS series on turning a product idea into a manufactured reality. Start with the complete manufacturing roadmap. When…
How to Source a Factory : Complete Guide for Consumer Product Brands
Introduction Sourcing a reliable factory is one of the most critical steps in bringing a new product to market. Whether you’re an…
The 10 Most Common Problems with New Product Manufacturing at a BAD FACTORY
Your product idea is fantastic. Your design and engineering development is complete. You have placed your first purchase order with a factory…
Rethink Your Supply Chain: How IPS Helps CPG Brands Diversify Manufacturing Beyond China
In today's volatile global trade environment, consumer product brands can no longer afford to rely solely on China for their manufacturing needs.…