How to Guarantee Shoe Quality: A Buyer’s Guide to Daily QC in China
As a brand owner or a buyer in the fast-paced footwear industry, you know that your reputation is your most valuable asset. And nothing can destroy that reputation faster than a batch of poor-quality shoes. A one-time factory audit is a good start, a necessary first step. But it’s not enough. I’ve spent over a […]
How to Price Your Private Label Shoes for Wholesale & Retail Success (2025 Pricing Guide)
As a brand owner or a buyer, I can tell you that pricing is the most critical lever you have for profitability. It’s a delicate balancing act. Price your shoes too high, and your inventory will gather dust. Price them too low, and you’ll be out of business in a season. I’ve spent over a […]
Beyond the Factory Audit: A Practical Guide to Daily Quality Control in Your Shoe Supply Chain
If you’re in the business of selling shoes, you know that a factory audit is a necessary first step. It’s a snapshot in time that tells you if a potential partner has the basic systems in place. But let me be direct: a one-time factory audit is not a quality control strategy. It’s just the […]