First off, remember that negotiation is about specifics. So when you order samples, you need to provide the manufacturer with all the right information for your product specification – length, weight, appearance, packaging, and so on. You want to be comparing apples and apples, not apples, oranges and bananas, when you get responses from the different factories.
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Sourcing from around the world
China is the biggest source of products when we look at Amazon FBA. But there’s no reason you have to source only from China. Other countries also export to the US, and you might want to think about some of the other opportunities out there.
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Let’s just be clear that in this blog post, we’re not going to talk about finding the right product – we’ve covered that elsewhere. We’re going to talk about when you’ve found the right product range, what you do next to find a supplier.
Continue reading “Sourcing – Start Small?”Looking forward to the holiday season
If you’re like most people you haven’t even begun to think about Christmas yet. You might have had a few thoughts about replacing some of your older computer kit on Black Friday, but that’s about all.
Continue reading “Looking forward to the holiday season”Lower fulfillment cost = higher profit
If you have to open your own store or create your own website and delivery service, you’ll have big costs – rental, insurance, and labor. If you’re importing as well, it can take up a lot of time and a lot of effort and cost. That’s why many businesses prefer to use FBA.
Continue reading “Lower fulfillment cost = higher profit”Keeping a watch on the competition
Competitor analysis used to be easy. There were maybe five or six major competitors and you knew who they were.
But now there are literally thousands of sellers joining the Amazon marketplace every day. (That’s right; not every month, or even every week – every single day.) It’s much less easy to keep an eye on them.
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When shipping internationally into Amazon, there are a few key areas you need to look out for. In this article we cover the top tips for shipping your products to Amazon from outside the USA.
Continue reading “Shipping to your Amazon FBA Warehouse”Choosing A Good Amazon Supplier
Choosing a great supplier can help your business grow massively. A wrong choice can lead to quality issues, delays or worse.
It’s worth taking the time upfront to find the best suppliers in your niche.
In this article we cover the top tips for understanding what is important when selecting a supplier.
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Most likely, your supplier will not be near where you work or live. Dealing with factories from a distance requires a few critical checks and steps. In this article we’re going to cover the top tips for dealing with remote suppliers.
Buyer Beware
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If there is an issue with your product after it leaves the factory, it can get very expensive. It’s better to check everything well before shipping to avoid any unexpected charges.
In this article we cover the top mistakes Amazon sellers make when shipping from factories.
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