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Product order

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Supplier and delivery type

If you don't have a supplier yet, you should take your time to find the right one. It is vital that you find a reliable and experienced supplier to ensure that your products are delivered on time and in perfect condition.

There are different transportation methods that can be used for international trade, such as air freight, sea freight and rail transport. Each method has advantages and disadvantages that you should consider in order to choose the right delivery method for your needs. In the following sections, we will explain the advantages and disadvantages of each transportation method in detail.

Pros and cons of the delivery methods

Air freight

  • Fast (transport time approx. 10 days)
  • Reliable (flights usually take place at fixed times)
  • Global transportation
  • Costs (higher than for sea freight and rail)
  • Capacity (limited)

Sea freight

  • Costs (cheaper than air freight)
  • Capacity (high capacity)
  • Duration (approx. 60 days)
  • Limited global reach

Rail transportation

  • Environmental friendliness
  • Costs (favorable alternative)
  • Speed (approx. 45 days)
  • Limited global reach

Specification

The specifications of your products are crucial for a successful product order. They ensure that your suppliers and producers understand exactly what your requirements are and what technical details your products must have. Before you place your order, you should make sure that you have all the necessary specifications.

Technical data are usually the most important specifications you need. These include details such as size, weight, power, capacity and other technical details that depend on your products. For example, if you are ordering electronic products, you should specify the technical data such as the power supply, operating temperature, storage capacity and other important details.

Material details are also important specifications as they can affect the quality and durability of your products. For example, when ordering garments or textiles, you should specify the material composition to ensure that the material meets your requirements.

Dimensions are also important specifications that you should provide. These are particularly important if you are ordering customized products, as they ensure that the products fit perfectly and function optimally. For example, if you are ordering furniture, you should specify the exact dimensions to ensure that it will fit in the space provided.

Colors and other details are also important specifications, especially when it comes to the design of your products. For example, if you are ordering t-shirts, you should specify the color you want to make sure the design meets your requirements.

Overall, it is important that you have all the necessary specifications before you place your order. This ensures that your suppliers and producers know exactly what your requirements are and what technical details your products need to have. A clear and precise order minimizes the risk of errors and ensures a smooth collaboration between you and your suppliers and producers.

Quantity

Whether you are ordering products or materials for your company, it is important to find the right order quantity. Ordering too little can cause delays in production and ordering too much can cause unnecessary costs.

It is important to consider the demand for your product or materials to determine the correct order quantity. Review your order history and forecasts for future demand to get a realistic estimate. Also consider storage costs and storage capacity to find the optimal order quantity.

If you're not sure how much to order, you can also ask your supplier for advice. They often have experience with similar orders and can help you determine the optimal order quantity.

Good planning is the key to success when ordering products or materials. Invest the time and resources to determine demand and the optimal order quantity to avoid delays and unnecessary costs.

Price

A successful order not only involves choosing the right supplier and the right delivery method, but also negotiating the price. Before you place your order, you should try to negotiate the price. Many suppliers offer discounts if you order a larger quantity or want to build long-term business relationships. Take advantage of these opportunities to lower the price and save costs. However, be careful not only to pay attention to the price, but also to the quality of the products and the reliability of the supplier. A long-term and successful business relationship is based on fair pricing, but also on trustful cooperation.

Our complete package

Importing goods can be a challenge for many companies, especially when it comes to finding the right supplier, selecting the appropriate delivery method, defining the specifications of the products and negotiating the best price. All of these tasks can be very time consuming and often require specialist knowledge.

But don't worry, because we at Kaiserberg-Trading can help you! We offer a complete package that supports you in all steps of the import process. We can help you find the right supplier by using our extensive network of contacts and years of experience. We can also advise you on the most suitable delivery method and help you understand the pros and cons of the different transportation methods.

We are also the right contact when it comes to the specifications of your products. We make sure that all the important details and technical data of your goods are defined correctly and completely so that there are no unexpected problems or delays later on.

And of course, we are also experts in price negotiation. We can help you get the best price for your goods by using our negotiating skills and knowledge of the market. We even offer discounts for larger purchase quantities or long-term business relationships.

And of course, we are also experts in price negotiation. We can help you get the best price for your goods by using our negotiating skills and knowledge of the market. We even offer discounts for larger purchase quantities or long-term business relationships.

Successful product ordering requires careful planning and smooth collaboration with your suppliers and producers. In this blog post, we give you tips and tricks on how you can optimize the ordering process and save time and money.

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