Most #SOPs don’t fail audits. They fail operators. Too long. Written for compliance, not reality. Ignored on the shop floor. There’s a better way to write SOPs & Work Instructions that actually reduces errors, speeds up training, and supports audits. 👉 https://t.co/0hfaWua4de

Choosing the wrong factory isn’t a cost mistake; it’s a risk mistake. Poor quality, hidden subcontracting, delays & surprise costs can kill your product launch. Don’t optimize for price before capability + systems + incentives. https://t.co/osVwz7eQMj #sourcing #quality

Skipping #factoryaudits is a costly mistake. Audits tell you: 🔍 how serious a supplier is 🏭 what’s actually done in-house vs outsourced 📄 whether ISO certificates mean anything ⚠️ where quality risks are hiding Source overseas? Audits AREN'T optional. https://t.co/V8QIiiDev3

You can’t optimize time, cost, & quality at the same time in #NPI. And the real problem? The risks in between. This article breaks down how smart teams choose their trade-offs instead of discovering them too late 👇 https://t.co/b14KTt02Yq #ProductDevelopment #Manufacturing

If your production target is near-zero defects, traditional AQL inspections may be giving you false confidence. 🔗 https://t.co/61x4oPE0Qg #Manufacturing #QualityControl #AQL #ZeroDefects #IndustrialQuality

#SocialCompliance audits are supposed to protect workers. But when “failing” has serious consequences, what behaviors do they actually encourage? If factories prepare for audits instead of fixing root issues, are we measuring reality, or performance? https://t.co/EAen31KrAh

🎄 Season’s Greetings from https://t.co/5B7xHmZ1kD As the year comes to a close, we’d like to thank our readers around the world for trusting us as a source of practical, experience-based insights on quality, manufacturing, and supply-chain risk. Best wishes - Renaud & team

🔍 5 Manufacturing Trends to Watch in 2026 Tariffs, China+1 sourcing, sustainability pressure, and more are shaping manufacturing decisions on the factory floor. If you’re planning sourcing or production for 2026, this is worth your time 👇 https://t.co/LWO5mlokGq

What does “#quality” really mean? Not just “does this batch pass inspection?” (little q), but the whole system that prevents defects in the first place (Big Q). This post breaks it down with practical frameworks you can use with suppliers.👇 https://t.co/cbksHOgWKR

If you’re sourcing in China (or wider Asia) via an agent/trader, ask this: Do you really know how the middleman makes their money? Hidden kickbacks + “double-dipping” can quietly erode your margin for years. Full breakdown + what to do next 👇 https://t.co/C5cSVch0Vw

Selling into the EU/USA from China? Supplier transparency is no longer “nice to have”; it’s becoming a legal must. Map your supply chain, avoid risky traders, and prep for new rules 👇 https://t.co/zZHYWvRLDk

Most new hardware products don’t fail on ideas; they fail on budgets. If you’re planning a new electromechanical product, don’t confuse unit price with total cost. Tooling, testing, certification, and more add up fast. Quick reality check here: https://t.co/FwkDsuap8g

Hiring a “quality manager” in China or Asia doesn’t automatically mean your quality is under control. Find out why here👉: https://t.co/zNpy93dVft

Importing textiles, electronics, leather, wood, or packaging from Asia? 😬 One humid warehouse or “sweating” container and your whole shipment can go moldy. New post on simple, low-cost controls that actually work 👇 https://t.co/et0adcchTs #seafreight #containershipping

Paying too much for injection mold tooling? The issue might be your specs, tolerances & tooling choices. Cut cost without sacrificing quality or reliability 👉 https://t.co/dE5EiWemos #PlasticInjectionMolding

#Sourcing new suppliers in China/Asia? The price quote is the easy part… It’s the hidden risks that wreck your margin. Fake “factories”, weak QC systems, payment traps – this new post breaks down 4 risks you need to eliminate 👇 https://t.co/jaiScIg0fr

After the Oct 30 Trump–Xi meeting, we didn’t get a reset, but we did get a clearer 6–12 month window. US importers learn about: • Tariff tweaks & tight-margin SKUs • Rare-earths & magnets • DDP vs FOB • When “China+1” really makes sense Read more 👉 https://t.co/iPX4wlepan

Can’t get to the factory but still need to know what’s really going on? Remote quality system audits can help you assess suppliers without flying in, but only if you use them the right way. 👉 https://t.co/kua6o377FO #factoryaudit #qualitymanagement #supplychain

🎧 New episode + deep-dive article on IK ratings is out! If you’ve ever told a supplier to “make it rugged” and still had cracked enclosures or failed drop tests, this one’s for you! https://t.co/VovjV6XEdB #IKRatings #ProductToughness

Getting ready for a #FactoryAudit? Don’t leave it to chance. Most failures aren’t about “bad factories,” they’re about poor preparation. This blog post breaks down what to do before, during, & after an audit so you get actionable findings (not surprises). https://t.co/Qb1UBd1Hpy