What is Amazon Global Logistics, and should I try it?
What is Amazon Global Logistics, and how does it work? Amazon Global Logistics (AGL) is Amazon’s freight service. It allows you to import items directly from your supplier in China to different Amazon marketplaces, and basically replace any freight forwarder you have used so far for shipping your items to Amazon. Sellers can sign up […]
How to RFQ on Alibaba?
Not because they are not serious, but because most of the time it doesn’t pay of to make the effort trying to be the cheapest or chase after them our advantages and the benefits of working with us. There is a system for ranking each customer. Those who send a copy paste RFQs are not […]
How to prevent moisture and bad odor while you manufacturing your Amazon Private Label products?
Is it possible to avoid this? If so, then how? And why is it so important? Let’s start with the first question. What can make my product arrive at the customer with a strange or unpleasant odor? Here are some reasons that can cause unpleasant odors in your product: • Odors arising from the materials […]
How to order and inspect product sample from suppliers?
Why is it important to order a sample from the supplier before starting production? Ordering samples from the factory/supplier helps us to understand the factory’s quality of production, how our product can look like, examine the product characteristics and its resistance to different conditions, to test what is working well and what we would like […]
How to finance your ecommerce business?
What is ecommerce funding? In their early trading days, most new online retailers don’t have enough capital to cover necessary expenses such as marketing costs, inventory and costs associated with shipping and storage. Ecommerce financing is a cash flow solution that provides financial support for online traders to gain the equity they need to cover […]
How to Create the Perfect Amazon Product Packaging
The difference between product that seats on the shelf in a retail store and receiving a package from an ecommerce site, is the first interaction with the customer. Opening a package that was received in the mail has a strong psychological effect on the customer. The purpose of the package in the RETAIL store, is […]
Glossary of International Shipping Terms for Amazon Sellers, Importers, Exporters, and Ecommerce Traders
INCOTERMS – International Commercial Terms INCOTERMS (International Commercial Terms) are a set of trade term definitions developed by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and recognized internationally. They’re the language you will need when you’re trading abroad. EXW (Ex Works) The seller \ supplier makes the goods available at his or her premises. The seller […]
Do I Need to Trademark in China?
Let’s start from the beginning… What is a Trademark? A trademark is a type of intellectual property consisting of a recognizable sign, design, or expression which identifies products or services of a particular source from those of others.Th trademark owner can be an individual, business organization, or any legal entity.Common examples are the company’s name, […]
Amazon FBA Product Inspection and Quality Control for Ecommerce in China
This ensures your product meets your design and quality expectations. One batch of poor-quality products can ruin your products and brand. Delivering consistent high quality is the key to positive reviews and customer experience. As e-commerce traders and entrepreneurs, I’m sure you already know all that and understand the importance of product inspection, but did […]
5 Effective Ways to Reduce Manufacturing Costs
The common mistake most PRIVATE LABEL manufacturers who trade in e-commerce make is to think that a cheaper price from the factory equals a larger profit. So, they choose their supplier based on the cost price alone. Most times, when we choose a factory by price, we get a product whose quality is not equivalent […]