Conventional wisdom tells us that shipping across shorter distances will cost less, and therefore, it’s better to outsource manufacturing to a country that’s closer to our market. We might also suspect that supply line disruptions are less likely to occur when our supplier is closer to our market. For these reasons and a few others, many outsourcing companies have started to look away from China… Source ..read more

In business, one of the hottest topics in recent years has been the potential of artificial intelligence to facilitate different areas of operations. There is a wide range of opinions about AI, from the enthusiasts who believe it will simplify absolutely every aspect of global commerce to the naysayers who fear the machines will rise and enslave humanity. We won’t attempt to predict the future of AI and humanity, however at Genimex, since we’re always looking for ways to improve our performance for our clients, we’re studying how AI might help us develop and manufacture amazing products. One k ..read more

As the days grow shorter and the darkness comes earlier, it’s common to reflect on the preceding, brighter months, recall our labors, and appreciate the harvest. Throughout the United States, people pause and give thanks for good food, warm company, and sundry blessings. At Genimex, this holiday season has special meaning because we have reached an important milestone: 50 years of helping clients connect with success in Asian manufacturing. Genimex was founded as a family business in 1973 to be a global turnkey manufacturer, shepherding our clients’ projects from design to delivery, and helpin ..read more

Each year Genimex reminds Westerners doing business in China and other Eastern Asian countries that they must plan for the Lunar New Year or suffer supply chain consequences. This warning seems especially important this year because The Dragon is coming! Yes, that mythical beast with the fiery breath—the bane of St. George and countless knights errant—approaches to claim the New Year. However, in Chinese mythology, the Dragon is not a ruthless villain, but a transformative force that could bring luck, abundance, and achievement. Thus, Asian cultures welcome the Dragon in ways medieval European ..read more

If you’ve designed a new product, how do you know if it’s ready for production? You can probably find a contract manufacturer who is willing to run with your design, promising excellent results at a low cost. However, you don’t want to sacrifice quality for short-term savings, which is the risk you run when a supplier cuts corners on crucial steps in product development, such as prototyping. In this article, we’ll talk about the important purpose that prototyping plays in product development and how you can get the most out of that investment of time and resources. Why do I need a prototype? Y ..read more

The manufacturing process is designed to quickly mass-produce exact replicas of a product. Each unit must meet clearly defined quality standards, meaning it should match the prescribed aesthetics and function properly for its intended use. Additionally, each unit must meet specified safety standards, which include being able to withstand a reasonable level of misuse. The manufacturer must achieve these goals at a reasonable price point for the client company. Unfortunately, not every facility can meet these expectations. Sometimes, due to inconsistencies in processes and materials, manufacturi ..read more

China’s reputation for skillfully manufacturing quality goods at low costs has nations around the world anxious to test the waters. Yet, many of these companies hesitate because they are worried about  Intellectual Property theft. What’s the point of introducing a new product if the knockoffs are going to reach the market almost as soon as yours? Fortunately, China has heard the complaints about its formerly lax IP protections, leading to reforms of its adjudication processes and more aggressive enforcement of infringements. Meanwhile, contract manufacturers in China, such as Genimex, hav ..read more

You’ve designed an exciting new product and you’re eager to get into production. You’ve got great hopes that you have built the proverbial “better mousetrap,” and it’s going to take the market by storm. But the manufacturer you’ve contracted with says your design needs further work. It has to be “designed for manufacture.” Well, hold on. You’ve already paid a designer, and you’re happy with the result. “It’s perfect as is,” you say. “Flawless. Nobody’s going to touch a hair on my sweet baby’s head!” You’re convinced that the manufacturer just wants to futz around and make a few unnecessary twe ..read more

For the last two decades, China has been an economic powerhouse, rising to the second-largest economy in the world. That success has raised the standard of living for Chinese workers, who’ve proven to be skilled, efficient, and reliable. So, naturally, the cost of Chinese labor has started to increase and has reached the point where some analysts no longer consider China a “low labor cost” country. Companies who have been outsourcing to China with good results are starting to wonder if labor costs, along with other considerations, now outweigh the benefit. At Genimex, we believe that China rem ..read more

Raw materials, energy, facilities, and labor: these are the elements necessary for a successful manufacturing base. The total package often comes with a high price tag, requiring many companies to cut corners on quality to produce their goods at a price point they can afford. This is especially true for durable goods made of metal. Lately, companies all over the globe are discovering Vietnam as an outsourcing destination for products made with metal. The reasons are clear. Vietnam has new industrial facilities, cheap skilled labor, and ample supplies of the metals commonly used in construction ..read more