13 Steps to Manufacturing in China: The Definitive Guide to Opening a Plant, From Site Location to Plant Start-Up
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| Rating | : | 4.67 (862 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0230120784 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 384 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-05-24 |
| Language | : | English |
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13 Steps a complete guide to China manufacturing Mark E Ivie This book is an extremely good review of how to start a manufacturing operation in China. I've setup software operations in China, and this brought back many memories, although I readily admit that the manufacturing operations described herein are much more complex than I'd dreamed.Mitchell writes the book like a trip report, relaying tons of useful details about interactions with companies, officials, and individuals. He includes regular, frank discussions of pros and cons of doing business in China, so expect to be thinking about whether you real. "I've never seen a comprehensive reference on setting up a Chinese factory until now!" according to David Levy. For everyone whose been responsible for negotiating and managing a greenfield manufacturing project in China there are about 100 war stories: the confusing forms, the promises reneged upon, the excessive drinking requirements, corrupt and inept government officials, contradictory and ever-shifting legal and regulatory requirements, pricing fluctuations, etc. These projects would have gone more smoothly had an experienced guide walked them through the process.For future managers in charge of such projects in China, there is a guide. It is Bruce Mitc. Mitchell also touches upon the value of and strategies for maintaining good relations with Chinese partners and other key stakeh Dan Bruce Mitchell's "13 Steps to Manufacturing in China" is a must-read for anyone interested in learning about or planning to start manufacturing in China.In 15 chapters, Mr. Mitchell comprehensively explains, from his own experience, how to set up manufacturing operations in China. Not just a step-by-step practical guide for starting manufacturing in China, Mr. Mitchell also touches upon the value of and strategies for maintaining good relations with Chinese partners and other key stakeholders.Chapters devoted to design institutes, incentives, and u
Bruce Mitchell's 13 Steps to Manufacturing in China is a great book that addresses the social, cultural, political, and complex technical issues generally not known to the outsiders. If you are contemplating moving all or a portion of your manufacturing operations to China, this is simply a must read. I have personally learned a lot from this book and will not hesitate to recommend it to anyone who wants to establish a manufacturing unit in China." - Suresh Bhatt, PE, Independent Consulting Engineer"13 Steps to Manufacturing in China is very informative and a necessary reference for those interested in setting up a manufacturing facility in China, or elsewhere for that matter. It should be required reading by every corporate 'high potential' leader who is destined for an executive role in China." - Michael K. His writing style is simple, clear, humorous, highly informative, and truly engaging. Even an engineer or developer not directly involved in such a venture can
Bruce Mitchell, the senior engineering executive for his company, oversees all capital projects associated with strategic business growth, production capacity maximization, plant expansions, engineering and environmental initiatives in the United States and Asia. In 2004 he was assigned project manager for his company's Asian manufacturing expansion. His responsibilities included all aspects of the project - identifying and selection the location, company formation, equipment sourcing, buildin
The book is jam packed with details including sourcing Chinese equipment, importing used or new equipment, building construction, and permit requirements.. A comprehensive reference book providing the tactics, strategies, and methodology for establishing a manufacturing plant in China