“I’m coming to China to meet some factories, what should I bring and what should I know before coming?”
Here are a few recommendations for first timers :
Plenty of Business cards
At a single factory you could easily meet over 20 people from different departments so make sure you bring plenty, running out is embarrassing. The business card exchange is a sign of respect and there is somewhat of a formality to it. Stand up, give your business card with two hands and receive with two hands. After receiving their business cards, look at it, and place neatly on the table or in your bag, don’t just shove them into your wallet.
Traveling Tips
If you are visiting a few factories you’re going to be spending a lot of time traveling by car and train. Almost all factories will offer to arrange car transportation for you.
My recommendation, if you are traveling around South China, is to ask the factory if you can travel there by high speed train and they pick you up from the train station. Train is safer and faster. The new high speed rail means you can get to…
