Podcast appearances and mentions of peter zapf

Today I have Manuel Becvar on the show. Now Manuel and I had exchanged several emails in the past few years but it wasn’t until Will Tjernlund and Peter Zapf of Global Sources and I started chatting did I get to know Manuel. If you’ve never heard of Manuel, he runs ImportDojo.com which is a site that helps others source goods from Asia. In fact, Manuel runs a sourcing service as well and he has been helping me source a few things from China. Anyway, Manuel has a ton of experience sourcing products from Asia and he’s got a ton […] The post 130: Tips And Tricks On How To Find Suppliers And Source Product In Asia With Manuel Becvar appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com.

GFA138. On today's blog, we have Pete to give us some insights about switching factories and price negotiating! This will especially be a helpful show for those already dealing with factories looking for some more middle to advanced ideas. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode138. The post Bargaining Price and Switching Factories in China with Peter Zapf appeared first on Global From Asia.

Peter Zapf from Global Services - Freight Forwarding 101 - Alibaba alternative, negotiating with suppliers, Setting up Quality Control criteria, defending against fraud, shipping rates, when to use Air vs. Sea, palletizing, certifications, Insurances, Pre-Shipment expenses, How much deposit you should pay, Trade shows in China you should attend.

Welcome back to The Amazing Seller Podcast and thanks for checking out the show notes page for this great episode about product sourcing. In this great conversation I’m talking with Peter Zapf, an employee of Global Sources, a company that works directly with Chinese and other Asian manufacturing companies to make their products available to retailers, ebayers, and Amazon sellers. We’re going to take a deep dive into the process that Global Sources has put in place to enable to you to skip the middle man (agents) and talk directly to the supplier of the products you want to sell.   How is Global Sources different than Alibaba?   Global Sources is a company that’s been around for many, many years and today’s guest, Peter Zapf has been working with the company for over 15 years. He tells us on this episode that the primary difference between Global Sources and other suppliers for the Asian manufacturing market is that GS works directly with the manufacturer - no agents involved at all. So if you were to search for a supplier for your product, you’d be dealing with the actual company that makes it. You can see how that could cut down on the possibility of confusion when ordering customized aspects of your products. Listen in to this episode to find out how Peter suggest you best utilize the platform.   How does Global Sources work with test orders?   Today's guest, Peter Zapf says that his company, Global Sources, is a great platform for working with manufacturers in Asia to find products that you can trust. Very much like Alibaba, Global Sources manufacturers enables you to order smaller quantities as a test order so that you can get to know the product quality and understand the process of each manufacturer that you contact. Peter suggests that you contact more than one manufacturer as you research your product ideas to make sure that you are getting the best deal and the best quality on the product. Hear about this new supplier that you may not of heard of before, on this episode of The Amazing Seller.   What are the benefits of working directly with a product supplier?   Global Sources is a China based company that works directly with Asian manufacturers to provide products for retailers and independent sellers. Their connections are with the manufacturers, not independent agents or agencies. That means that when you work with a supplier through Global Sources, you are able to work directly with the people who are creating the product you want. That makes modifications and customization much easier, and the communication process more smooth. Find out more benefits of working with a company like Global Sources on this episode of The Amazing Seller.   Scams to watch out for when working with product suppliers.   For even experienced private label sellers, sending a large chunk of money to accompany across the ocean that you have never visited seems like a pretty sketchy deal. How can you be sure that you're not getting scammed? How can you be confident that you're going to receive the products that you are asking for? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Peter Zapf, of Global Sources, tells some of the most common scams that he sees when it comes to ordering products from overseas vendors. You will be helped by the things he has to share, so be sure to listen. OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER   [0:05] Scott’s introduction to this episode of the podcast! [2:01] Who Peter is and how he got started with Global Suppliers. [3:12] The history of Global Sources. [3:25] The differences between Global Sources and Alibaba. [4:57] The process you’d go through on Global Sources to find a supplier. [6:05] How does the communication process work, and can test orders be done? [7:58] Can products be customized via Global Sources? [9:58] How do test orders typically work? [11:40] Minimum orders from Global Sources - the typical scenario. [12:16] Payment options with Global Sources manufacturers. [14:04] Wire transfer payment tips. [15:40] Future credit card options with Global Sources. [16:32] Walking through the process on the Global Sources site. [17:00] How to find the top suppliers who are most trustworthy. [20:16] How shipping is typically handled with Global Sources suppliers. [22:25] Manufacturing shows that Global Sources is part of and how it benefits buyers to attend a show. [23:40] Mistakes commonly seen using the Global Sources site. [26:59] How to make your process more rigorous as you scale up your orders. [27:50] Why paying for 3rd party inspections is like insurance. [31:41] How inspection companies charge. [35:52] Scams that happen with supplier’s email addresses and financial risks. [42:20] Why you want to move toward purchase orders as you scale larger. [47:00] The power of good communication with Chinese suppliers. [49:25] Scott’s summary of the episode. www.GlobalSources.com - a “new” product supplier website. www.SmartChinaSourcing.com www.GlobalSources.com/summit Asian Inspection Asia Quality Focus Pro Q C V Trust Flexport - Ocean shipping and logistics

GFA111. When I was doing e-commerce ten years ago (wow, that long…) it was all about your own website, and using eBay a 2nd channel. Then Amazon came and was another secondary channel - but now seems like people don’t even have shopping carts anymore or even websites! For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode111 The post Evolution of Amazon and Sourcing from China with Peter Zapf appeared first on Global From Asia.

Today I’m happy to have Peter Zapf, the CIO of Global Sources, which is one of the leading B2B marketplaces for connecting buyers and suppliers in Asia. They’ve been around for 40 years, make around 200 million in revenues, have over 150000 suppliers in their database and work with 95% of the top global retailers. Today, Peter was gracious enough to come on my podcast to give us an overview of the private labeling landscape and all of the recent trends in importing! Enjoy the episode. What You’ll Learn How Global Sources compares with other B2B marketplaces like Alibaba How […] The post 099: How To Find Legit Chinese Vendors Online With Peter Zapf Of GlobalSources.com appeared first on MyWifeQuitHerJob.com.

GFA079. Need some tips and tricks for the trade show season, then let’s get rocking - Global From Asia episode 79. The post Tips and Tricks for China Sourcing Trade Shows with Peter Zapf appeared first on Global From Asia.