Factory Services
AASA OVERSEAS STAFF
AASA will assign an overseas staffer to work with you. This person will be your main contact. Although you can chose to deal directly with the factory at any time, this project manager is here to make the day-to-day communication and entire sourcing and manufacturing process goes smoothly.
FACTORY SELECTION
Our overseas team will identify factories compatible to your product and individual needs. We will select the best two factories and perform a factory audit on them. Only after we approve the factory, we will allow them to quote your products. AASA will negotiate the best possible prices for you product, based on several factories competing for your projects.
Conclusion… Final factory selection based on:
A. Price.
B. Factory audit results showing factories capabilities.
C. Capacity. (Ability to take on new projects).
D. Communication.
FACTORY AUDITS
Before we allow factories to quote, AASA will inspect the factory and create a full factory audit. Only 1 out of 4 factories in Asia will qualify under our strong criteria and be approved to work on your behalf. You will receive a full analytic documents on the factory (Factory Audit Review) calling out the following:
A. Year factory opened.
B. Management style.
C. Quality control.
D. Products they already make.
E. Lots of photos on factory.
F. Equipment and technology.
G. Open current capacity.
SOCIAL COMPLIANCE & STANDARDS
During our initial factory audit, AASA will review the entire facility – production area, warehouse, dormitories, canteen, etc – and we will give your auditors insight into the physical conditions the employees work in every day.
Local Chinese, Vietnam and other Asian countries require by law that basic amenities be upheld at all factories: Workers must have enough space to move around and work in, adequate ventilation, clearly marked and unobstructed emergency exits, sanitary cafeterias and restrooms, and easy access to potable water. AASA has no wiggle room here. If a factory is chosen by us, the workers will have safe and stable working conditions.
SUPPLIERS COMPLIANCE ISSUE
The majority of a supplier’s compliance issues are usually discovered during this walkthrough. Common issues include machines lacking proper safety equipment, exposed or unmarked electrical wiring, chemicals that lack warning and information labels, and a lack of adequate personal protective equipment (PPE).
We will also make sure there is no child labor, so you can rest assured the factory will have good and fair working conditions for all its staff. If a factory does not meet our strict social compliance standards they will not be given the opportunity to price out product.
CUSTOMS CLEARING HOUSE
The paperwork for exporting out of Asia is long and complicated and comes with challenges. AASA can handle all the necessary paperwork for shipments leaving Asia and entering the Americas.
We will handle all duty preparation and make sure you stay on good terms with all governing bodies (Asia and USA).
3RD PARTY FULL DAY INSPECTION
Even the best factories can run into quality issues. Here at AASA we run multiple inspections for your mass production, which will seriously reduce the risk of quality issues.
AASA will inspect your product through all phases of production. That said, once your production is fully completed, AASA will hire a 3rd party inspection company which will provide you with a full inspection report:
A. Making sure the specs are correct.
B. Make sure the assembly is correct.
C. Make sure product functions as it should be.
D. Make sure packaging is correct and retail ready.
E. The count is correct and there are no shortages.
F. Strong and consistency in the workmanship.
INSPECTION SERVICES
Product Development
* First Article Inspection * Product Testing
Production
* In-Process QC Inspection * Sample Collection * Corrective Action reports (CAR) if additional samples are needed
Supplier Management
* Process Audit (Root Cause) IF ISSUES OCCUR * General QMS Audit (ISO 9001) * Sustainability Audit (ISO 14001) * Social Accountability (SA8000, ISO 26000, etc.)
* Security Audit (C-TPAT) * Industry Specific Audits * Combination / Custom Audits
Shipping (Logistics)
* Container Loading Supervision * Pre-Shipment QC Inspection
FREIGHT Forwarding
AASA is responsible for getting your freight from Asia to your doorstep. We ensure your cargo is picked up from the factory and then delivered directly to your doorstep in a timely manner.
Under the AASA umbrella, you will get fabulous service and very competitive pricing from freight forwarding services.
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About AASA
About USAASA Partners is a trusted Asian manufacturing and sourcing specialist, boasting the largest network of experts across Asia.
Whether you’re seeking a Vietnam wood factory or an Indian automotive factory, AASA Partners is your ticket to success.
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Overseas Manufacturing F.A.Q.
F.A.Q.Read our F.A.Q for the most frequently asked questions by our potential clients.
Or Contact Us today for a Free consultation on your product development, sourcing or manufacturing needs.
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How We Work with YOU
Our ProcessHow AASA's sourcing service (agent or trading partner) will help minimize risks, increase efficiency and get maximum returns on your investment. We are confident that after you had a chance to evaluate us, you will choose to collaborate with us.
