54. 3 Benefits of Third-Party Inspection for Importers

Download this episode (right click and save) In an ideal world, suppliers wouldn't need oversight and would produce your goods perfectly every single time. But that is not the case. Suppliers have a human element to them and are susceptible to mistakes just like anyone else. InTouch Client Managers John Niggl and Vicky Yu walk you through how despite some of the mistakes suppliers make, you can still get the quality you want with the assistance of an inspection. In this manufacturing podcast episode, you'll learn about the benefits of third-party inspection for importers, including:
  • Outside QC oversight before shipping;
  • Cost savings with hiring a third-party to inspect; and
  • Improving communication with suppliers
It’s hard to know if you’re getting what you paid for without seeing the goods. Some importers have been burned by a supplier that ships their goods late, damaged, defective or nonconforming to specification. But where there’s a need for quality assurance, the benefits of third-party inspection have helped importers in more ways than one. And if you’d prefer to read the article that covers this topic instead, check out 3 Benefits of Third-Party Inspection for Importers!
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