How to Find the Perfect E-Commerce Manufacturing Partner
Perhaps you already know all about choosing the right manufacturer. You've seen the pitfalls of getting into bed with a poorly-run operation and have probably heard plenty of horror stories from friends or colleagues. But maybe you're just getting started in e-commerce, and you don't quite know what to look for in an ideal manufacturing partner.
Or maybe, like many online business owners today, you already have an up-and-running e-commerce store and are ready to take things to the next level by switching manufacturers or finding one for the first time. Regardless of who you are or where you're at in your Wifi money journey as an entrepreneur – I'm here to help you get it right when it comes to picking your manufacturer.
Define the scope of your project
Decide what you want and your overall budget.
Map out a timeline for the project and determine how long it will take to achieve each goal, both in terms of budgeting for product development and delivery time frames (i.e., if you need to order materials or products from suppliers when would be the best time?).
Ensure everyone is on board with all steps—from idea generation through manufacturing, logistics, marketing, and more—and is clear on what needs to happen when so there's no room for miscommunication later down this road.
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