3 Ways HQ Source Products

A good dropshipping agent is good at product sourcing. It needs to consider about the cost, quality, delivery time, way of package and etc.

This is what HQ do for Source Product.

Knowing where to source your products requires balancing several variables, including consumer demand, cost constraints, delivery timetables, and warehouse space. 

Now let me take to some examples of sourcing ways HQ use.

1. Wholesalers

Working with wholesalers is a good option if you sell an established product, such as electronics or home goods. Wholesalers sell products sourced from elsewhere at sizable discounts — but it needs to buy in bulk to unlock those discounts, so when there is large amounts of orders, it's the cheapest way to source. In this way, we also offer discount to customers who need bulf purchase, just make sure your consumer demand is high enough to justify such a large order.

Caution:

✲Ordering too much inventory can tie up your cash for months and drive up carrying costs since you must pay to store the extra stock.

✲Plus, if the goods you order become obsolete or unpopular, you could have thousands of dollars worth of merchandise that’s hard to sell.

2. Manufacturers(Factories)

In China, there are most source factories and with best quality. From clothing, toys, electronics, home appliances, to cosmetics, daily suppliers, we have almost any category processing plant in China. Working with manufacturers cuts out intermediaries like wholesalers or distributors, decreasing the per-unit cost of an order. You aren’t paying the markup they charge for sourcing the product and purchasing large quantities of stock. But manufacturers require large or bulk orders, so your initial investment can be quite high.

If you’ve developed a custom product and can no longer meet demand via DIY production, sourcing directly from a manufacturer is likely the only option. That’s because wholesalers and distributors won’t have an incentive to purchase something specific to your brand because they can’t sell it to anyone else without the rights to your design. However, working with manufacturers makes it easier to scale your unique product and grow your company, which pays off in the long run.

3. Online Sellers (1688, Alibaba, Taobao)

Besides sourcing bulks of product, sometimes there is specific needs for customized product. In this case, turning to online sellers is the way we will use.

Sometimes, in addition to regular products, customers may want to purchase customized products with special requirements. These items may not be directly available from factories but can often be sourced from small online sellers. China boasts a wide variety of online platforms and numerous talented artisans with unique skills and aesthetics. We can locate these sellers and procure from them. This includes customized handicrafts, innovative and practical household electronics, multifunctional and durable fitness equipment, creative and adorable pet supplies, and more. Trust in 'Made in China'—their quality and cost-effectiveness will undoubtedly meet your needs.

We compare factors such as seller reputation, pricing, and store reviews to identify and select the most suitable vendors. These factors help us ensure the procurement of high-quality products. Since there can be discrepancies between online listings and the actual products, our team conducts quality inspections on received goods to find the items that best meet quality standards.

Seamlessly manage your inventory from procurement to sale with HQ

Enjoy simplify product sourcing, premium quality inspection, and intelligent inventory tracking.  

Get a handle on your supply chain and inventory with HQ. 

Inquire an advisor today to learn more.

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