Sourcing & Business Insights

China sourcing for SMEs: 7 expensive mistakes (and how to avoid them)

European SMEs lose margin and time on China imports through these recurring gaps. WEMADE method: framing, supplier validation, quality, and landed cost.

April 11, 2026 8 min

2026 checklist: choose a China sourcing agent (France / Europe)

Questions to ask, documents to require, red flags, and decision criteria. Use this checklist before signing with a China sourcing agent.

April 11, 2026 14 min

China sourcing agent fees: models, hidden commissions, and risks

Retainer, percentage, “free” paid by the factory: how to read each model. Protect margin and neutrality when choosing an agent.

April 11, 2026 12 min

How to find a reliable factory in China? (2026 Guide)

Factory selection is the most critical step of sourcing in China. Discover WEMADE's methods to avoid phantom intermediaries and validate real manufacturers.

October 14, 2025 4 min

Premium Sourcing vs. Classic Agents: What European Importers Ignore

What is the real difference between a classic sourcing agent and a premium sourcing office structured between Europe and China? The answer lies in control and quality.

October 28, 2025 5 min

Quality Control in China: 4 Key Steps Before Export

Sourcing is useless without rigorous quality control. Discover the WEMADE inspection method that secures your shipments from China.

November 05, 2025 3 min

How to Find Factories in China (2026 Playbook for European SMEs)

Actionable framework to find reliable Chinese factories: filtering, on-site audits, quality validation, and total landed cost negotiation.

April 10, 2026 6 min

WEMADE France / China sourcing model: secure margin and quality

How WEMADE structures sourcing between France and China for brands and importers: qualification, negotiation, quality control, and execution.

April 11, 2026 5 min