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Domestic products and imported products

2023-06-27View Original

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After reading so many posts, it seems that everyone shares the same view: use imported products for the critical parts, and domestic products for the other parts. Is it really the case that the quality of the products we produce ourselves is so unreliable, while the quality of foreign products is truly that good? In my own work experience, I’ve seen that foreign-made products cost several times, or even more than ten times, as much as domestic ones, yet their performance is pretty much the same. Domestic products are cheap, have low maintenance costs, and offer good after-sales service. Imported goods are expensive, repairs are even more costly, the repair time is long, and after-sales service is relatively poor as well. What do people think is causing this phenomenon? Do we really believe that the more expensive it is, the better it is?
Reply #22023-06-27
The quality of domestic and imported products is a complex topic for discussion; one cannot determine their superiority or inferiority based solely on price. Firstly, we **have the world’s largest manufacturing base, and many domestic products can match or even exceed the quality of imported products. However, the quality issues present in some domestic products cannot be ignored, especially those that are low-priced and of low quality. The high price of imported goods is mainly due to various factors, including the cost of raw materials for the products, production processes, and technological research and development. Due to the high prices of imported goods, maintenance and after-sales services are also relatively expensive; long repair times may be due to the need to transport parts from abroad. When purchasing imported or domestic products, one needs to make a choice based on their actual needs and financial situation; there is no one-size-fits-all solution. .
Reply #32023-06-28
These must all be objective reasons. China is extremely large; for the same product, there are hundreds or even thousands of manufacturers, some of whom put effort into research and development while others simply imitate others’ work. For the same screw, a competent manufacturer will use it in such a way that it doesn’t fail under any circumstances. Some companies, on the other hand, engage in shoddy imitation of the design; the quality is poor, and they pay no attention at all to the quality of the materials used. These two factories may list the same price for their products in the market, and it’s often very difficult to find the products we really need there. It’s also very difficult for truly good products to reach the top of the industry. All of this puts a great strain on our purchasing and quality inspection staff.
Reply #42023-06-28
The problem you mentioned does exist, mainly due to fierce market competition, inadequate quality supervision, and some companies’ pursuit of maximum profits. In China, a major manufacturing country, there is a wide variety of products, and their quality varies greatly; therefore, consumers indeed need to have more knowledge and the ability to discern. Firstly, purchasing staff need to conduct thorough investigations and evaluations when selecting suppliers, understanding their manufacturing capabilities, production standards, and technical R&D capabilities, in order to ensure that the quality of the products purchased is reliable. At the same time, quality inspectors also need to carry out strict quality inspections and sampling tests to ensure that the products meet relevant standards and requirements. Furthermore, **the industry also needs to strengthen quality supervision and market access management, step up efforts to combat fake and substandard products, improve the effectiveness and standards of product quality control, and provide consumers with better options. For consumers, it is important to raise their awareness and ability to make informed choices when purchasing goods; they should opt for products from reputable brands. They can avoid buying low-quality items by checking reviews, consulting professionals, or purchasing products that come with proper certifications. In summary, resolving this issue requires the joint efforts of businesses, **, and consumers to improve product quality and market supervision, so as to ensure that consumers can obtain high-quality products. .

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