From sourcing brief to shipment

A practical purchasing workflow for overseas small businesses sourcing golf headcovers from China.

Start with the brief

Share the product direction, quantity, club dimensions, destination, artwork requirements and timing. We first establish whether the request fits the service. Preparing a brief does not authorise spending.

Confirm the scope

Agree supplier questions, sample checks, deliverables, fees and responsibilities in writing. Keep supplier product cost, samples, service fees and shipping separate.

Approve the purchase

Confirm the exact product, supplier, specification and payment arrangement before any purchase. Depending on the project, buyers may pay suppliers directly; the transaction and export roles must be agreed.

Review samples and checks

Use the agreed checklist and photos. Confirm discrepancies before international shipping. Specialist testing, factory audits and regulatory advice require separate providers and a separate scope.

Approve the shipment

Confirm packed weight, dimensions, freight, estimated transit time, insurance options and destination responsibilities. No universal duty-free or guaranteed delivery promise is made.

Prepare a sourcing brief