What to compare beyond unit price when negotiating MOQ, tooling, packaging and lead time.
Start with a clear sourcing brief
Define the product, expected quantity, target market, dimensions, materials, packaging, compliance requirements and delivery destination. Clear information makes supplier comparison faster and more accurate.
Compare more than the unit price
MOQ, tooling, sampling, lead time, payment terms, quality controls and shipping terms can materially change the total sourcing cost.
Verify before scaling
For new suppliers, verification, samples and appropriate quality checks can reduce avoidable risk before larger production orders.
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