China Quality Control Services: Some Considerations

Posted by China 2 West on July 4th, 2017

Hiring a third-party for quality control services is always prudent especially if you are having your products made overseas, such as in China. You need a team that can stay on top of the manufacturing process on your behalf and spot any issues before they become bigger. If mistakes are defects are overlooked during the production process, then you could lose millions of dollars. China quality control services can save you a lot of money and prevent costly tragedies. 

One of the top benefits of investing in China quality control services is that your product quality remains consistent and can continually be improved. This is one of the main reasons why people hire the services of quality control firms—to make sure that the end-product is perfect for purchasing customers. The best quality control service will not only point out defects in the product but will also assist in streamlining the process to improve production in terms of quality, speed and efficiency. 

For you to reap all the benefits of China quality control services, first you will have to hire a reliable company. Make sure that the team is experienced in quality inspections and consultations. How many years or decades of experience do they have and what are their areas of expertise? Check their background to assess if they meet your standards. Are they affiliated with international associations and institutions such as the China-Britain Business Council or the European or American Chamber of Commerce in China? Affiliations can tell a lot about the quality of a company and how credible they are in the industry. 

After hiring a company that offers China quality control services, sit down for a consultation with them to discuss what exactly can they offer. Can they take care of the entire cycle? In the pre-production process, their auditors must check on the capabilities of the factory and determine if it can handle the amount of orders you have, and if it has the necessary equipment and skills to produce high-quality products. Raw materials should also be inspected for quality. During production, the process should be overseen for efficiency and any adjustments needed to be made. The final product must be checked for consistency so that design flaws can be pinpointed and improvements can be made. Finally, shipment must also be overlooked for packaging and loading faults. 

About the Author 

China 2 West is a western owned and managed Manufacturing & Vendor Management, Quality Control and Product Development Company based in mainland China. Established in 2005 as a manufacturing consultancy, we now have businesses in several countries and provide design, production, inspection, and testing and logistics service to companies that need a reliable supply of goods from China. Our dedicated and passionate team work tirelessly across our business sectors as we continue to grow and to seek out new investment opportunities.