Stars Taiwan is located In one of the most exciting regions
in the world, allowing for exploration in the possibilities of manufacturing
in China, Taiwan, Cambodia, Indonesia and Vietnam. The local staff is
very experienced and handles quality control with diligence. Donovan,
the managing partner of this particular branch, and coordinates all production
in the Taiwan office.
Asia Factories Overview
– The Strongest Manufacturing Nation in the World –
Set Up to Control Many Different Types of Products
Wovens -- Now Mainly Synthetic,
Silk, or Linen
Knitwear -- Some Cotton, Synthetics or CVS
Pants
Caps
Accessories
Asia Factories–
Pros and Cons
PROS:
Large Workforce and
Well-Trained
Good Quality Product
Best Embroideries in the World
Quick Turnaround
Small Quantities Available
Diverse Product Manufacturing Ability
CONS:
Regimented Philosophy Concerning Manufacturing, Not Extremely Entrepreneurial
Expensive Air Freight Rates
Chinese New Year Closes Production for a Month
Quotas can be Expensive and Difficult to Secure at Certain Times of the
Year
Vietnam Factories
Overview
Wovens Tops & Bottoms
Knits – Tops; Some Outerwear
Well-Trained Work Force with Years of Experience with European Production
Manufacturing
Vietnam
– Pros & Cons
PROS:
Until Recently No Quotas for Apparel Allowing for Year-Round Shipments
with No Additional Quota Costs
Recently Issued Quotas from U.S. but Quite Large
large Factories
Good Needle
Open Ports for Importation of Fabric from Other Areas
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