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When and How to Switch Suppliers? Detailed Advice.
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In episode 241 of China Manufacturing Decoded, Paul Adams, head of new product development, is joined by Fabien Gaussorgues, CEO of Agilian Technology, to explore the critical decision to switch suppliers (manufacturers) in Asia, especially China.
They discuss common warning signs that it's time to change, such as quality inconsistencies and communication breakdowns, while sharing actionable strategies to make transitions smoother, like setting clear expectations and gradual production shifts. Fabien brings real-world examples, illustrating how well-managed supplier changes can lead to better quality, faster turnaround, and cost savings.
Show Sections
- 00:00: Introduction and Fabien's Background and Expertise
- 01:47: Reasons for Switching Suppliers
- 12:06: Real Case Studies of Customers who Encountered Such Issues
- 19:30: Managing Supplier Transitions Effectively
- 24:30 - Risks when switching to a new manufacturer
- 31:54: Key points in the process of transferring to the new manufacturer
- 42:31: Wrapping Up
Related content...
- FREE eBook: How To Switch To A New Chinese Manufacturer And/Or Develop A Backup Supplier
- What to do if you have recurring quality problems from your factory? [Podcast]
- Switch Away from a Manufacturer at the First Signs of Trouble
- Mold Tooling Ownership: The term Chinese suppliers push for will shock you!
- My Chinese Supplier is making Switching to a New One Difficult! | Disputes With Chinese Suppliers Q&A (Volume 23)
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- Send us a tweet @sofeast
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Manage episode 447876097 series 2919180
In episode 241 of China Manufacturing Decoded, Paul Adams, head of new product development, is joined by Fabien Gaussorgues, CEO of Agilian Technology, to explore the critical decision to switch suppliers (manufacturers) in Asia, especially China.
They discuss common warning signs that it's time to change, such as quality inconsistencies and communication breakdowns, while sharing actionable strategies to make transitions smoother, like setting clear expectations and gradual production shifts. Fabien brings real-world examples, illustrating how well-managed supplier changes can lead to better quality, faster turnaround, and cost savings.
Show Sections
- 00:00: Introduction and Fabien's Background and Expertise
- 01:47: Reasons for Switching Suppliers
- 12:06: Real Case Studies of Customers who Encountered Such Issues
- 19:30: Managing Supplier Transitions Effectively
- 24:30 - Risks when switching to a new manufacturer
- 31:54: Key points in the process of transferring to the new manufacturer
- 42:31: Wrapping Up
Related content...
- FREE eBook: How To Switch To A New Chinese Manufacturer And/Or Develop A Backup Supplier
- What to do if you have recurring quality problems from your factory? [Podcast]
- Switch Away from a Manufacturer at the First Signs of Trouble
- Mold Tooling Ownership: The term Chinese suppliers push for will shock you!
- My Chinese Supplier is making Switching to a New One Difficult! | Disputes With Chinese Suppliers Q&A (Volume 23)
Get in touch with us
-
- Connect with us on LinkedIn
- Send us a tweet @sofeast
- Prefer Facebook? Check us out on FB
- Contact us via Sofeast's contact page
- Subscribe to our YouTube channel
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