Category: Sourcing & Business Tips
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How Tariffs Hurt Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Tariffs have long been used as a tool to regulate trade and protect domestic industries, but their impact on businesses is far from uniform. While large corporations often have the financial resources and infrastructure to absorb tariff-related costs, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) face much greater challenges. SMEs are the backbone of many economies, including…
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Why Tariffs Are Not the Answer to Global Trade Challenges
Global trade is an intricate web of interconnected economies, supply chains, and manufacturing processes. In this complex system, tariffs are often touted as a solution to protect domestic industries and address trade imbalances. However, the reality is far more nuanced. Tariffs often fail to achieve their intended outcomes, instead creating a cascade of adverse effects…
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What is PFAS and What Does It Mean for Exporters and Importers?
The global trade landscape is constantly evolving, shaped by new regulations, environmental concerns, and consumer awareness. One of the pressing issues facing exporters and importers today is the growing scrutiny surrounding PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances). Known as “forever chemicals,” PFAS have garnered attention due to their environmental persistence, potential health risks, and widespread use…
Chemical Safety Standards, Environmental Regulations, Export Regulations, Exporter Guidelines, Global Trade, Import Compliance, Importer Requirements, International Trade Laws, PFAS, PFAS Chemicals, PFAS In Manufacturing, PFAS Restrictions, Supply Chain Compliance, Sustainable Trade, Trade Compliance -
My Favorite AI Tools and Why I Recommend Them
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a buzzword—it’s a transformative force that’s reshaping our world in ways we could only dream of a few years ago. From automating mundane tasks to sparking creativity, AI has become an essential part of modern life. It’s not just about convenience; it’s about opening up new possibilities, solving…
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Book Review: Apple in China: The Capture of the World’s Greatest Company by Patrick McGee
Patrick McGee’s Apple in China: The Capture of the World’s Greatest Company, published by Simon & Schuster and available on Amazon and Kindle, is a fascinating deep dive into the complex relationship between Apple and China—a relationship that has reshaped global production, trade, and technology. For anyone who has lived and worked in China, especially…
Apple business strategy, Apple case study, Apple in China, Apple Inc, Apple supply chain, Book report, business book review, China and Apple, China Manufacturing, Corporate globalization, Global tech companies, Multinational corporations, Patrick McGee, tech industry in China, US-China tech relations -
What Is Ethical Home Decor Manufacturing?
In a world where consumer values are shifting toward transparency, accountability, and sustainability, one question continues to surface across the home decor industry: What does ethical manufacturing mean? For Mondoro, ethical manufacturing is not just a concept—it’s a practice embedded in every step of our development, production, and delivery of home decor products. From factory…