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7 Quick Tips for Establishing a Logistics Sourcing Strategy

It is often challenging to integrate the infrastructure and systems for supporting the transfer of goods from one place to another. In the process, the companies also need to innovate in the logistics department while not failing to provide the desired and standard quality of services to their consumers. The more you pay attention to the logistic space of your business, the more value and success your brand will receive as an outcome.

On the other hand, working with the wrong commodities supplier can have detrimental impacts on the growth and development of your company. Especially when you consider the effect it has on your logistics, the consequences can become fatal.

Suppliers often fail to serve all the stores of your business chain in time. Even though such an event might not affect your business finances, it would undoubtedly negatively affect your brand's reputation.

And recovering from reputational damages is pretty challenging for any business. Therefore, you need to be on the lookout to identify and implement successful logistics sourcing strategies to spark profits and interest rates in your company. In such cases, you can outsource to a skilled logistics partner who can help kindle innovation while keeping your time and budget constraints in mind.

So, if you are looking for beneficial and effective ways to establish logistics sourcing strategies in your business or company, this article will answer your question. Here we will talk about logistics and sourcing in detail to help you get an idea of how to establish a logistics sourcing strategy for your enterprise is simple and practical steps.

But before we move on to the MVP of our article, let us get a few things straight to diminish your doubts:

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Sourcing Products from China : All you need to know

When sourcing from China, there are many things that new importers need to know and that's why in this article we present everything you need to know, acronyms used in the business, how to find a good supplier, transportation methods and many more. Things to be a good importer and improve your business.

In the world of e-commerce, there are several types of suppliers with different characteristics. Beginning importers often face scams, very high prices and delivery problems, especially with the slow recovery of international trade, there are many delivery delays and very high prices.

To counter this, DocShipper offers its services to ensure a quality supply, a very personalized follow-up according to the importers' requests. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, the Chinese market is very complex. We therefore advise you to use our services, in order to guarantee on-time delivery and reasonable prices since we are in direct contact with Chinese suppliers. We have a network of certified suppliers. Thanks to our services, you can buy in China without any problem, so don't hesitate and go for it!

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Sourcing Services

Time is money.
We save you both!

One doesn't become an international buyer overnight... So call on DocShipper, your import/export assistant in Asia: supplier search, quality control, compliance, international logistics, distribution... Stop wasting time on something you don't really understand to focus on promoting your business, we take care of the rest!

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About DocShipper Sourcing

DocShipper was founded with one main goal: the digital and operational revolution in the sector of international logistics and strategic sourcing.

The founders, visionaries, quickly understood that traditional offers won't be enough to satisfy our market expectation... We must go beyond!

From then on, DocShipper will structure itself as an integrated company in order to manage the entire product cycle for SME and Key Account customers:

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One mission, Your satisfaction!

DocShipper was initially known as an "international freight forwarder". Throughout the activities and experience, the group has distinguished itself from traditional companies with the proposal of a real tailor-made solution including transport, but also ancillary services such as finding a supplier, setting up compliance, customs clearance, packaging, storage, and above all proactive support from our experts throughout the supply chain!

And when you think about it, as a freight forwarder, we also had access during all these years to a massive supplier database! The following question was quickly answered: why not let our customers benefit from this expertise? DocShipper thus integrated the sourcing department into its core business.

DocShipper is providing a turnkey solution delivering an international procurement and logistic process for key accounts and SMEs worldwide that is personalized and trusty for every transactions and in which all parties are beneficiaries.

Pierre Rahme, Head of sourcing

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Unique support throughout the product cycle!

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Our sourcing services


Procurement step by step

  • Technical specifications

    • Pictures and/or reference links (AliExpress, Amazon…)
    • Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ) by reference
    • Target price by reference
  • Supplier research

    Shortlisting of several suppliers matching the requirements of the specifications (quality, conformity, price, MOQ…)

    Further details on our dedicated page: Sourcing Supplier

  • Legal & Compliance
    Our experts will ensure the conformity of the goods, the suppliers and check the regulations in force in the country concerned by the import.

  • Negotiation

    We undertake strict but cordial (sometimes even friendly) negotiations with our selected suppliers.

  • Quality Control (Optional)

    This is an important step that we highly recommend depending of the nature of the goods and the total value of the cargo.

    Further details on our dedicated page: Quality Control

  • Supplier Payment

    We are handling the negotiation to obtain the best terms of payment with the suppliers. The market practice comprises a 30% deposit before production and the remaining balance before delivery.

  • International Logistics

    Our shipping department will take care of all your logistic needs from departure to arrival, with our Door-to-Door offer made by DocShipper.

    Further details on our dedicated page: International Logistics

  • Supply chain & treasury

    What could be more frustrating than a stock that is piling up? We will help you draw up a schedule to manage your inventory optimally.

  • 3PL Services (Optional)

    Thanks to our warehouse in Italy, we can manage your stocks and the distribution of your products! Take advantage of 20 years of experience in the E-Commerce industry and super-competitive shipping prices throughout Europe. You will also have access to your inventory and stock in real-time. With this option, all you have to do is focus on marketing & sales of your products, we do the rest!

    Further details on our dedicated page: 3PL services

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Solutions that adapt to your project

Legal & Compliance

Legal Compliance

From 550€

  • Compliance verification and advice
  • Private label creation assistance
  • Control and audit of legal documentation
  • Application and compliance with legal standards
  • Laboratory test
  • Compliance with regulations in the targeted country: CE, RoHS, ISO ...
  • Labeling, packaging, product identification, compliance, etc...

Supplier search

Supplier search

From 4.5%

  • Specifications analyze
  • Suppliers search
  • Sample management
  • Negotiation (price, quantities, annual supply contract, exclusivity contract, payment terms, etc.)
  • Supplier payments
  • Supply chain managment -
  • Private label solution
  • Products & packaging customization
  • International logistics
  • Representation in Asia

Entry fees = 350€

Quality control & Audit

Quality control Audit

From 350€

  • Flexible and responsive factory inspection
  • Production and post production quality control
  • Factory and warehouse audit
  • Office audit
  • Technical, functional and appearance inspection
  • Complete Quality Control Report within 48 hours
  • Custom-made photos and videos
  • Inventory Check

International Logistics

International Logistics

Quote on a case-by-case basis

  • Documentary bundle
  • Consolidation / Warehousing
  • Packing services / palletization
  • Sea, air or rail freight
  • Customs clearance
  • Door to door services

3PL Services

3PL Services

Pricing in our brochure

  • Storage of your products
  • Inventory management
  • Order fulfillment
  • Parcels customization
  • Last Mile Delivery within Europe
  • Return management

FAQ about our solutions

What is a compliance service?

Compliance is a key service of our sourcing department. Indeed, if your products are not in line with the regulation of the destination market, customs officials will not allow the products to enter the market. It is therefore a step that allows you to certify the conformity of your products via certificate(s) and/or license(s), a highly recommended step, especially if this is your first transaction with a supplier.

What is a quality control service?

The quality control service allows, as its name suggests, to verify that the production is in line with your expectations. It is an inspection that is coordinated on 2 very specific factors: width and depth. The width means, how many units you want to control. For example on a production of 10,000 units, you only want to check 1,000 pieces in order to save money. Finally, the depth will be the precision of the control: is it only a visual control or do we also have to check the functionality of the products?

Is it possible to combine several services?

Yes of course, it is also highly recommended in some cases. The higher the value of your products is, the more we advise you to control your goods, the same goes for compliance. Note that our logistics department will take over the rest of the operations in order to ship the goods to the desired destination, for example our distribution center in Italy so that you can focus only on your core business: the search for customer.

What are the advantages of DocShipper?

DocShipper combines multiple advantages for your business. Besides the communication that we make as easy as possible, we are - the one and only - company able to manage the entire product cycle. From supply to distribution, our teams assist you to optimize your business: lower costs, more responsiveness and therefore more profit. Your satisfaction is our success, hence our slogan: "Time is money, we save you both! ".

Do you have a brochure of your services?

Haven't downloaded our brochure yet? You can find it on the following link: Brochure DocShipper sourcing. There you will find a description of all of our services as well as our method of operation and prices. Of course, if you still have questions, do not hesitate to contact our customer service directly, we will be happy to assist you with your project, whatever it is.

How to contact DocShipper?

At DocShipper, we put the customer at the heart of our attention, and therefore communication is a central point of our strategy. It's not complicated, we've made our relationship with you as easy as possible! You have multiple options for contacting us: WhatsApp, Email, Live Chat, Phone, Messenger ... You have finally found a partner with whom to interact in a professional and cordial manner.

Why choose DocShipper?

Tailored service

Our experts assist you in all operations: sample, production, quality control, compliance and international logistics.

Turnkey service

Don't improvise yourself as an international buyer and trust our sourcing and logistics team. Focus on your sales!

Guarantee your procurement

Avoid scams, false suppliers, defective products, licensing problems and other common disputes ... Your purchases, our responsibility!

Made in France team

Information gathering, organization, negotiation, 1st order... It is time to enjoy the French quality!

No hidden costs

No surprises from purchase to delivery. Fully control your budget to finally maximize your margin during the sale!

An Asian network

Access a supplier network (verified) in all Asian countries: China, India, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia ...

What product are you looking for?

supply games

electronic supply

supply video games

kitchen supply

supply kids tools

office automation supply

home supply

medical supply

textile supply

industrial supply

sport supply

car supply

They trust us

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International freight | Sea - Air - Rail - Road | Customs clearance

Enjoy tailor-made support

You have several options when shipping goods internationally. Your priority is the price? Then you will opt for a sea freight solution. Urgent delivery? Opt for air freight. Are you looking for a happy medium? Rail freight is for you. A small parcel to send? Choose an express solution.

If the logistical process does not seem like a very complex task at first, you will quickly understand (perhaps at your expense) that the slightest mistake can turn your operations into a disaster (and therefore into a financial hole!). Did you forget a document? Are your supplier's certificates not up to date? The customs officials will unfortunately not give a gift.

But all is not lost, go for DocShipper! Unlike traditional freight forwarders, we offer tailor-made support from the start to the end of operations. One of our consultants will follow you through the entire process and will be your representative to the various stakeholders (supplier, shipping line, customs, etc.). One way for us to guarantee the quality of services and the fluidity of operations.

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Your Frequently Asked Questions

🆚 Why DocShipper and not another sourcing agent?

Besides the fact that we have both a presence in Asia and in Europe, we are quite simply the only company capable of managing the entire cycle of your product: Purchase, quality control, compliance, international transport, and 3PL services ( B2C distribution). Try to find a competitor, we don't have one!

🚀 What are the DocShipper at departments?

DocShipper is made up of several departments which are all closely related. The SOURCING department solves procurement issues, the TRANSPORT one will deal with international logistics operations and finally, our 3PL department is specialized in inventory management and B2C shipments (with a warehouse in Camporosso in northern Italy).

🗺️ Where is DocShipper located?

Our headquarter is based in Hong Kong and we also have offices in Thailand, France, Italy, Lebanon, Tunisia, and Vietnam. We generally operate between Asia and Western countries (Europe, United States / Canada, and Australia). Our experts benefit from the DocShipper Group © network and are dispatched across the world in order to provide a tailor-made, quality, and responsive service.

🧾 How to get a quote from DocShipper?

It's very simple! Just go to our contact form or send us an email directly to info@docshipper.com. An Expert will answer you within 24 hours to analyze your project and build a tailor-made solution that will be in line with your needs (and especially your budget). Note that the more detailed your request, the faster our experts will get back to you.

💰 What are the prices of DocShipper?

It is impossible to answer this question since the majority of our offers are tailor-made. This is the case, for example, for sourcing solutions (product research, quality control, certification, and standards) and international transport solutions (international freight, packaging, customs clearance, etc.). However, our 3PL service rates are public, you will find them directly in our brochure.

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Communication is important, which is why we strive to discuss in the most suitable way for you!