Sourcing blog
Practical guidance on sourcing from overseas factories — writing RFQs, choosing Incoterms, structuring payment, and running quality control.
30 August 2026
How to write an RFQ that gets you comparable quotes
A vague RFQ produces guesses, not quotes. The fix is to remove every ambiguity a supplier would otherwise have to assume away.
Read30 August 2026FOB vs EXW vs CIF: which Incoterm should an importer use?
The Incoterm on a quote decides who pays for what and who carries the risk if a container is lost. Most first-time importers should quote FOB.
Read30 August 2026Pre-shipment inspection: what it checks and when to book it
A pre-shipment inspection turns "the factory says it is fine" into a documented check against your spec — while you still control the balance payment.
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