Newsletter – Page 6 – bdp Mechanical Components

1. June 2023

Purchasing in China: Caution with Contracts

As a European company in the automotive or machinery industry, there are many elements to keep in mind when you are sourcing in China: price, quality, the delivery time of the products etc. After the project is launched, there is also a series of contract documents that need to be signed with the supplier. The contract documents are the most critical part of the entire project. Once the contract is in effect, it is legally valid and binding, so the purchasing contract should be carefully reviewed before it is signed. In this article, we will share with you some considerations when signing contracts with a supplier in China.

1. July 2023

Purchasing in China – Supplier relationship management

Suppliers are the source of products in the procurement of goods for foreign enterprises in China. The quality, stability, delivery, scheduling, coordination, and product investment are all closely related to the suppliers. Thus, managing and maintaining good relationships with suppliers is particularly important.

1. August 2023

How to effectively control supplier quality

When procuring goods, it is of utmost importance that the delivered products meet the required quality standards demanded by the customer. Effective supplier quality control is of great significance in minimizing the risk of receiving defective deliveries.

4. September 2023

Outsourcing Processes

It is important to know that there is no definitive answer to this question, but in general, outsourcing of mechanical components refers to the practice of procuring components or sub-assemblies from external suppliers rather than producing them in-house. This can be done for various reasons, including cost savings, access to specialized expertise, or to free up internal resources for core competencies. Companies often outsource non-critical components to focus on core operations and reduce operational costs. Outsourcing components can be done through various methods, such as direct purchase, contract manufacturing, or original design manufacturing.