M Trade’s sourcing service offerings include product and shipment inspections, audit services and critical risk assessment which may be tailored to our client’s specific needs.
Our services are as follows:
a) First article inspection
This is a crucial step. We examine the first batch of articles produced during any production cycle to ensure that the products have the correct specifications and are made of materials of desired quality. This is particularly important in automated production methods where the quality of the first units determines the quality of the future units.
b) In-process inspection
We also conduct in-process inspections during the production stage so that quality is assured throughout the production cycle.
c) Final shipment inspection
We conduct a final quantity and quality control inspection before your supplies are shipped.
d) Container loading check
We ensure that only the correct quantity of quality assured articles are loaded into the container.
Our audit services include the following:
a) Complete factory audit
To mitigate risks we conduct a complete factory audit. We check the important details such as the ownership, size, production capabilities, and the legal operating status of the factory. We also review and analyse the materials used in the production. All departments including the testing and packing departments come within the purview of our inspection.
b) Third party audit
The third party audit is performed where products or components are supplied to the factory by a third party. We check the important details such as the ownership, size, production capabilities, and the legal operating status of the factory. We also review and analyze the materials used in the production. All departments including the testing and packing departments come within the purview of our inspection.
c) Business license check
Our business license check is undertaken to confirm that the supplier or trading partner is a legally licensed business establishment operating with all necessary permissions. During a business license check, we examine the supplier's current operating status, license registration number, and company registration address.
d) Social audit
We offer this service to ensure that your suppliers adhere to internationally recognized social compliance norms such as safe working conditions, reasonable working hours, and adequate compensation. Audits are conducted according to our client’s policy guidelines.
Our critical risk assessment includes strategic and strict assessment of the following key areas:
