Meeting A Supplier, When Where and Why?

[BlakeIC]

This thread is for people who have met with a supplier, plan to or what to learn some more about the process like me.

Why do/did you meet with your supplier?

What came of it? (Lower MOQ's, decreased unit cost, better relationship)

When did you decide it was appropriate to meet your supplier in person?

Scratch the "where" please
( I am assuming at the manufacturing facility, if not please correct me)

I would appreciate hearing any opinions, experiences and any relevant information

I thank those in advance who contribute

 

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[exclusives88]

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