Practical notes from twelve years of electronics sourcing.
Plain-English articles on how sourcing actually works, written for buyers who don't source electronics full-time. No jargon, no AI-generated filler — just what we've learned.
How electronics sourcing actually works: a plain-English walkthrough
The six stages of a sourcing engagement, what happens at each, and where buyers typically get stuck.
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Why the cheapest quote usually costs the most
Seven hidden costs buyers forget when comparing quotes — and a worked example showing how rankings flip on total landed cost.
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Samples, prototypes, and pre-production runs: what to order before you commit
Three different testing stages, what each one proves, and how much to spend at each.
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Communicating with Asian suppliers: what gets lost in translation
Five message types that consistently misfire between buyers and suppliers — and how to head them off.
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The paperwork you'll need when importing electronics: a first-timer's checklist
Eleven documents from three sources, what each one does, and a printable checklist to use before shipment.
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