ConvergentSourcing

Expert Sourcing Know-How
For Optimal Sourcing Success

I’m Rob Bailey, the managing director of Convergent Sourcing. Over my years of experience in international trade, I’ve read numerous “how to” books on sourcing and trade, but they all seemed to lack a depth of practical know-how and application that is so needed in today’s multinational trading scene.

After conducting significant amount of market research, I’ve come to the conclusion that a practical, comprehensive course focusing on nitty-gritty of working with overseas suppliers would provide a great resource for many importers who want increase their effectiveness and minimize the risk that comes from sourcing overseas. Consequently, I am compiling a comprehensive training course from scores of MBA-level books and analyst reports, along with nearly a decade international business experience to compile a  course that contains trade secrets that will not only save you at least tens of

thousands of dollars by helping you avoid common sourcing blunders, but will likely grow your profit far beyond your expectations by helping you leverage your operations strategically and efficiently. Consider the following questions:
    Do you sense you’re spending more time than necessary on sourcing
      related tasks?
  Do you feel like you’re spinning your wheels in product development?
  Have you had the feeling that your current methodology could be
      described as “mediocre practices” or “worst practices” as opposed to
       “best practices”?
  Do you wish you had a better understanding on whether or not your
      supplier really understood your requirements and quality issues?
  Do you know the most common tactics factories use to hide product
      defects during an inspection?
  Do you know the most common negotiation strategies of Asian
      suppliers?
  Do you wish your contracts actually had teeth to them?
  Are you so locked in to one supplier that your business would crumble if
      they bailed on you?
  When you have a hard delivery deadline for your product, do you know
      your logistics options and their relative risks?
  Do you know the real time status of your current production process?
  Do you know when it is most beneficial to work with a local supplier vs
      an overseas supplier?
  Do you know for sure your next shipment meets your safety and material
      requirements?
  Do you know whether your supplier is providing their workers with basic
      human rights conditions in the workplace?
  Are your current procedures and methodologies set to learn and grow
      strategically as you encounter problems?
  Are you aware of the latest technologies that can streamline your
      communications and sourcing processes?
  Are you aware of global economic trends that could directly impact your
      business?
  Do you know the difference between cost-based sourcing and value-
      based sourcing, and do you know how set up strategies for long-term
      success for you and your suppliers?
  Do you know tricks and tips for overseas travel that could streamline your
      journey, keep you sharp for critical meetings, and save you thousands
      on your next trip overseas?

If you’re left with sweaty palms and a dry throat after this list of questions, then this course is exactly what you need to gain critical information to optimize your sourcing operations. If you are an entrepreneur or are new to overseas sourcing, then it will give you a significant competitive advantage over firms that have been sourcing overseas for years. If you’ve been around the block for years, this course will provide you with the latest on best practices to leverage IT and optimize your systems so you can stay sharp in an increasingly competitive industry.

This course will include:
 
A 200+ Page text book that walks through all the major issues and important details to be well versed in while sourcing overseas

A 90+ minute DVD in lecture format, which includes Excel templates, NDAs, Commercial invoices, and other forms that will streamline and safeguard your sourcing activities.

A 50-100 Page workbook to help you properly evaluate the value of a project and manage the whole process from preliminary product development to final delivery of the actual commercial product.

While we are currently conducting market research to determine the suggested retail price of this course, I would like to invite you to leave your contact information so we can update you with our upcoming quarterly newsletter and a forthcoming course overview. If you are interested in a 20% discount on the suggested retail price, please be sure to check the box below, and we will send you a special discount code for ordering online.

Warmest regards,
Rob Bailey
Managing Director
Convergent Sourcing

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