Raise your hand if finding reliable suppliers has been more challenging than a scavenger hunt.
By: A Staff Writer
Updated on: Oct 21, 2024
Raise your hand if sourcing suppliers has you feeling like you’re on a never-ending quest for a mythical unicorn 🙋♀️🙋♂️ Finding the right partners is crucial, but boy, can it be a headache.
Reliable, quality suppliers are like gold dust in the business world.
The stakes are high: Bad suppliers can mess with your production, costs, and reputation.
Do This, Instead:
- Prioritize your must-haves: What are non-negotiables (quality, communication, price point, etc.)?
- Get referrals: Network within your industry, good suppliers are often recommended by word-of-mouth.
- Thorough vetting: Request samples, check reviews, ask plenty of questions upfront.
- Start small: Test with smaller orders before committing to a large-scale partnership.
Where do you find your best suppliers? Share your secret sources!
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