The Chinese New Year is a busy season that requires preparation. In the lead-up to Chinese New Year, factory space gets booked up fast & the closer you get inland shipping rates to go up because of limited capacity, and transit times can increase due to congestion. To avoid unnecessary costs and delays, make your stock orders and book your shipment in advance to secure space!
What is Chinese New Year?
Chinese New Year is the beginning of the New Year according to the lunar calendar.
It begins on the second moon after the winter solstice and ends on the full moon fifteen days later. Unlike the western new year, it doesn’t always take place on the same date, but it always takes place between January 21st and February 21st.
Chinese New Year 2022: How will it affect my business?
Because of the holidays, most factories and manufacturers will suspend all operations during this time. As a result, this has an impact on product manufacturing, which may also result in a longer time required to process quotation requests. Furthermore, employees may request a longer period of leave in order to spend more time with their families. With factories and manufacturers on vacation, the amount of time required for goods transportation could be delayed.
What Does JOG International Recommend?
Since you are aware that the Chinese New Year shutdown is coming, you can act now to reduce the possibility of unplanned delays and keep your business running smoothly. Here are a few ideas to help you stay ahead:
Plan Ahead
It's never too early to start thinking about China's most important holiday. The sooner you start, the more efficient your supply chain will be. Take a look at your past sales, and use them to determine your inventory needs ahead of time.
Your company will be able to make more informed decisions if proper plans are in place. Furthermore, there would be no need to be concerned about receiving goods on time.
2. Order Early
It is critical to order your products early in order to ensure that they arrive on time. Many businesses will undoubtedly release Chinese New Year 2022 promotional products, and others may have ongoing projects that necessitate production as well. Furthermore, ordering early ensures that your company is near the front of the production line. This is due to the fact that later orders are placed at the back of the queue. Due to the high volume of orders, factories may be unable to complete your orders on time. Other factors to consider include how long it takes to manufacture the products and delays in promotional gift delivery due to COVID 19 restrictions and other external forces. As a result, it is critical to place an order as soon as possible.
3. Communicate with your Supplier
When the Chinese New Year festivities begin, communication will inevitably come to a halt. Get as much information as you can from your Chinese suppliers or manufacturers in the months leading up to the annual shutdowns. Make certain you understand when they will accept orders until, when they will close, and when they will reopen.
If you're unsure about your supplier's trustworthiness (or if communicating gives you a headache), JOG International is here to assist you with your supply products and better communication.
4. Pay Attention to Quality Management
It is common for quality to suffer in the weeks leading up to and following Chinese New Year. If you order your products ahead of time, this may not affect you as much at first. However, if you do receive any orders in the aftermath of Chinese New Year, double-check the quality. Sending out products that do not meet your standards can seriously harm your brand's reputation, not to mention the additional stress that extra returns and customer service inquiries can cause for your business. To ensure that your customers receive the quality they expect, make sure you have a manufacturing inspection plan in place and that it is strictly followed during that time period.
5. Expand your Supply Chain
Consider working with a manufacturer who has operations in countries other than China. Not only will this help diversify your supply chain, but it’s possible your manufacturer could find a backup supplier if needed during the Chinese holiday. Aside from potentially saving you money during Chinese New Year, this is also a wise business decision; it is best not to put all of your eggs (or your entire supply chain) in one basket. One way to diversify and strengthen your supply chain network is to contact JOG International.
Chinese New Year Shutdown 2022 Timeline
Our manufacturers will shut down from early January 2022, to observe the Chinese New Year. The holiday not only marks the beginning of a new year—this period also represents a complete shutdown of China’s manufacturing infrastructure, impacting about 2 months of production and shipping.
JOG International works closely with our clients and our factories to best strategize their orders throughout this period. Contact our team to plan ahead!
Conclusion
Remove the hassle and uncertainty of finding and communicating suppliers in China. With almost 20 years of doing business in China, JOG International has an enviable network of quality manufacturing partners. We supply our customers with products from the best factories in China, made to their requirements. Our diverse factory direct relationships, allow us to provide quality products for your business. JOG sourcing services confidently save your business time & money. We look forward to assisting you, see below a snapshot of our key industry areas & products. Please reach out to your dedicated expert analyst if you have any questions about planning for CNY 2022.
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