Sourcing Sofas in Foshan: Fix the Brief First
Name who handles specification, sampling, inspection, packing and export before comparing prices.
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Begin with a written product brief and a small, comparable model selection. Confirm who is responsible for specification, sampling, inspection, packing and export coordination before comparing quotations. A lower unit price is not useful when two suppliers are pricing different constructions, upholstery scopes or packing methods.
Who this is for
- Furniture dealers building a repeatable sofa assortment
- Showrooms preparing a new collection
- Design and procurement teams buying for residential or hospitality projects
- Trading companies coordinating mixed upholstered-furniture orders
Decision points
| Factor | What to resolve |
|---|---|
| Product starting point | Choose existing models when speed and cost control matter. Use development only where the current library does not cover the required silhouette or configuration. |
| Specification control | Issue one written sheet for dimensions, orientation, upholstery, comfort direction, visible details and packing. Do not rely on reference images alone. |
| Sample approval | Agree which physical or visual checks constitute approval and record every revision before batch production. |
| Quality checkpoints | Define checks at material confirmation, frame and upholstery stages, finished product inspection and packing. |
| Export handover | Confirm carton or protective packing, marks, loading information and the party responsible for export documents. |
Checklist
- Target market and customer type
- Model numbers and required quantities
- Required dimensions and left/right orientation
- Upholstery reference and colour standard
- Comfort and appearance priorities
- Packing and marking requirements
- Destination and requested trade terms
- Reference drawings, room plans or images
Where JANEPU can support
- Shortlist from the current JANEPU model library
- Assess missing models before committing to development
- Confirm dimensions, upholstery and configuration for the order
- Coordinate sampling, production checks, packing and export handover
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