How Experienced Importers Limit Product Defects in 3 Stages

All importers at one point in time have had to scramble to fix product defects before defective products reached their customers.

But many importers never get past this reactive approach of addressing product defects to actually preventing product defects in the first place.

By the end of this three-part video series you’ll know how to:

• Qualify potential suppliers
• Establish a healthy relationship with your selected supplier
• Clearly set quality expectations for factory workers and QC staff
• Verify your expectations through QC inspection, and
• Address quality problems and prevent their recurrence

STAGE 1: Prevent product defects before production begins

The best time to begin preventing product defects is when negotiating with suppliers during the sourcing process.

STAGE 2: Identify product defects that appear in production with QC inspection

The next stage is choosing from a variety of quality control inspection options throughout production to identify any product defects in your order.

STAGE 3: Address product defects found and prevent their recurrence

Despite prior efforts to prevent them, some product defects might still make their way into your goods. This stage covers how you can address these product defects.

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