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The Sourcing Agent Journal
Practical guides on prototyping, sampling, factory vetting, and everything else in between.
Factories
Top 10 Chinese Factory Directories for B2B Importers
A practical guide to the ten most widely used Chinese manufacturer directories, with descriptions of what each platform offers, who it's best suited for, and direct links to get started.
July 28, 2026 · 4 min read · Pierre Thys
Factories
Supply Chain Diversification for Home Decor Buyers: A Practical Guide
Relying on a single country for your home decor imports is a real business risk. Here's how to diversify your supplier base across multiple countries — and how Nicole Craft Brands managed $5M in import volume across four countries with one operations resource.
July 29, 2026 · 5 min read
Factories
How China Sourcing Agents Make Money: A Buyer's Guide to Fee Structures
China sourcing agents use several different compensation models — some transparent, some not. Understanding how your agent gets paid tells you a lot about where their loyalty actually sits.
July 30, 2026 · 4 min read