Manufacturing & Operations in China

China factory audit compared with a factory visit, showing executives touring a Chinese manufacturing facility while an auditor reviews supplier quality records and process controls.

China Factory Audit vs. Factory Visit: Why They Are Not the Same Thing

July 28, 2026

“We audited the factory.” I have heard executives use some version of that statement many times after returning from China. […]

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Manufacturing & Operations in China

Western executive touring a modern manufacturing facility during China factory visits while evaluating management systems with Chinese factory leadership.

The Biggest Mistake Western Managers Make During Factory Visits in China

July 21, 2026

Most Western executives approach China factory visits with a clear objective: to evaluate a supplier’s capabilities, assess manufacturing quality, and

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Manufacturing & Operations in China