One partner for factory selection, quality control, and delivery.
Whether you're moving production to Asia for the first time or scaling an existing product, Sourcing Allies manages the entire process end to end. Full accountability, one point of contact.
Whether you have a full set of CAD drawings or are already in production, we can help.
We’ve got you covered.
Whether you're building a complex multi-component product or moving an existing product line to Asia, we manage the entire process — from factory selection and tooling to assembly, quality control, and delivery. If you can spec it, we can build it.
Jeff Crawshaw splits his time between the UK and Sourcing Allies' manufacturing hub in Ningbo, China. With direct oversight at both ends of the supply chain, Jeff and his team manage your project from the first factory conversation to final delivery — so nothing gets lost in translation.
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UK companies selling into Europe and the US face strict product safety and compliance standards. We build quality checks into every stage of production — pre-production sampling, in-process inspections, and final audits before goods ship. You get a product that meets your specifications and your customers' expectations, every time.
Finding a reliable manufacturer in China is harder than it looks. The difference between a factory that delivers and one that doesn't isn't visible on Alibaba. Sourcing Allies has spent 25+ years building and vetting a network of manufacturers across China, Vietnam, and India. Our team — British, American, and Chinese delivery managers fluent in Mandarin — is on the ground at your factories, making sure your quality specifications and timelines are understood and met from day one.
We have helped companies in the UK, EU, and US manufacture in China and Vietnam since 2006.
A China sourcing agent manages the manufacturing process on your behalf in Asia. That includes identifying and vetting factories, negotiating pricing, reviewing drawings and specifications, conducting factory audits and quality inspections, and handling documentation for shipping and customs. The goal is a single point of accountability — so you're not coordinating directly with factories, freight forwarders, and inspectors yourself.
Sourcing agent fees vary by model and scope. Some agents charge a percentage of the order value; others charge a flat project fee or retainer. At Sourcing Allies, fees are scoped to your project. For a full breakdown of how sourcing agent fees typically work, see our guide to China sourcing agent fees.
A trading company buys products from factories and resells them to you — they own the inventory and mark up the price. A sourcing agent works on your behalf, connecting you directly to manufacturers, negotiating prices in your interest, and managing quality control without taking ownership of the goods. Sourcing Allies operates as a sourcing and manufacturing partner: we manage the process, you own the relationship with the final product.
Alibaba gives you a list of factories. It doesn't tell you which ones to trust, which ones have consistent quality, or which ones will meet your lead times. Sourcing Allies brings 25+ years of on-the-ground experience across China, Vietnam, and India — a vetted network of manufacturers we know, with a local team that audits factories and manages production directly. We also contract through legal entities in Sweden, the US, and China, which gives you financial protection and legal recourse that a direct Alibaba relationship doesn't.
Yes. A significant part of our work is helping UK founders and product companies manufacture in Asia for the first time. If you have a product ready to build — CAD drawings, a prototype, or an existing product you want to move to Asia — we can take it from there. We're experienced with crowdfunding timelines, investor-driven deadlines, and the challenges of scaling from prototype to full production.
Yes. Our manufacturing network covers China, Vietnam, and India. Depending on your product category, cost targets, and delivery requirements, we'll recommend the best production location — or split production across multiple regions where it makes sense.
