Sourcing with Confidence: 7 Tips for Buyers to Verify Supplies’ Supply Chain Compliance
In today's global economy, supply chains can be complex and far-reaching, making it increasingly challenging for buyers to verify the compliance of their suppliers. With increasing concerns about ethical sourcing, sustainable production, and regulatory compliance, it's crucial for buyers to source with confidence. In this article, we'll discuss 7 tips for buyers to verify their supplies' supply chain compliance, allowing them to make informed decisions and maintain ethical and sustainable business practices.
1 Supply system
(1)Perfect supplier management system
** Perfect supplier audit standards
**Scientific supplier evaluation system
**A complete filing system for incoming materials,
(2 ) High-quality raw material supply
**Choose the material from China's top supplier.
(3 ) Reliable supply of core components
**Casting: Self-built foundry to ensure sufficient annual production capacity.
**Gear: choose the best quality gear manufacturer in China
**Hydraulic valve: select two high-quality hydraulic valve manufacturers in China
2. Key parameter guarantee system
Please refer to: https://www.wtrotaryactuator.com/news/does-the-hydraulic-rotary-actuator-qualified-ask-the-manufacturers-these-8-questions/
3. Storage system
(1 ) Modern warehouse management system
** Register the serial number of the qualified rotary cylinder and transfer it to the finished product warehouse.
** All rotary cylinders have a unique serial number, which can be traced throughout the process.
**Inventory data is updated dynamically, with a daily inventory.
(2 ) Strict storage on-site management
**Products of different specifications and models are placed in categories for easy extraction.
**Keep the site clean, dry, and ventilated.
**All goods entering and leaving the warehouse need to register the serial
4. Packaging system
(1) standard packaging
**Packed in a wooden box, filled with pearl cotton and wrapped with film.
( 2 ) OEM packaging
**Design the packaging box and label according to the specific requirements of customers.
5. Quality management control system
(1 ) Raw material inspection
**Standard ISO incoming inspection system
**Strict manufacturing incoming inspection system
**All inspection items are registered for reference
(2 ) Production process inspection
**The automatic production line controls the precision of the production process
**Inspection of the first piece and the last piece to ensure that all processed pieces meet the tolerance requirements
**Inter-process verification inspection: each process conducts a verification inspection on the previous process
**Sampling inspection system: quality inspectors randomly inspect the workpieces in the production process at any time.
**Warehousing inspection: All parts and components are subject to qualified inspection when they are put into the warehouse.
(3 ) Finished product inspection
**Rotary cylinder performance test: parameter test, performance test, operation test.
**Pressure test Torque test: internal leakage, external leakage, rotation angle, torque test
(4 ) Inspection data recording system
**Inspection report
**Ex-Factory record
6. Pre-shipment inspection system
(1 ) Inspection method
**Sampling inspection, randomly select pieces inspection, at least one of each model.
(2 ) Inspection items
**Appearance, size, mounting holes, packaging, shipping marks
7 After-sales service system
(1 ) Quality assurance policy
**One-year warranty: from the date of delivery, quality problems that occur within one year.
(2 ) After-sales response process
**Receive customer feedback and respond within 24 hours.
**Collect problem information: order delivery date, motor serial number, and problem description.
**The technical department analyzes the reasons and provides rectification plans.
**Sales staff communicate with customers to reach a solution.
(3 ) After-sales treatment plan
**Products within the warranty period
-Problems with the product itself: provide customers with free parts or replacements
-The reason for the customer's operation: provide the correct guidance for the customer, and communicate with the customers to solve the problem.
**Exceeded the warranty period
-Communicate with customers to determine the repair or replacement plan. Determine whether to provide solutions free of charge in some special situations.
In conclusion, sourcing with confidence requires a commitment to due diligence and an understanding of the risks involved. By implementing the tips outlined in this article, buyers can take proactive steps to verify their suppliers' supply chain compliance and minimize the potential for negative consequences such as reputational damage, legal liability, and supply disruptions. Ultimately, responsible sourcing practices benefit not only individual businesses but also the broader community and the environment.
In WEITAI GROUP, we are aiming to work together with you to create a more transparent and sustainable supply chain, we can ensure that our products are not only of high quality but also ethically produced.