Alibaba 101: How to Safely Source Products from the World's Biggest Supplier Directory
In order to start an online business , you need two things, a product idea and supply. If you already have your product idea the next step is finding the perfect supplier. In our global village, it has never been easier to find a manufacturing or wholesaling partner halfway around the world, however sourcing your products from overseas can still seem like a daunting task for new online entrepreneurs. In today’s post, we’re going to look at how to effectively and safely source a supplier for your product idea using the popular business directory Alibaba . We'll introduce you to the pros and cons of going overseas and show you how to navigate this new terrain so you can lock onto the perfect supplier for your product idea and get started selling online. Let’s jump right into it. Advantages & Disadvantages Of Sourcing Overseas The most common reason many entrepreneurs look to Asia, and in particular China for produ...