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Intelligence Hub
Expert frameworks for controlling risk in China sourcing, quality control, and Amazon FBA operations.
Start Here
New to China sourcing? Follow this 3-step journey to build a secure foundation.
Core Guides
Deep-dive frameworks for payment safety, quality control, and scam prevention.
Alibaba Safe Payment Methods
Risk-ranked payment methods with recovery options. Trade Assurance, TT transfers, card payments.
Quality Inspection Checklist
6-layer framework with 40+ checkpoints. AQL sampling, defect definitions, shipment control.
Avoid Sourcing Scams
5-layer verification framework. Real scam patterns, payment red flags, entity verification.
Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI)
PSI execution guide. 5 check areas, defect classifications, 5-step smart process.
Safety Center
Emergency response guides and red flag identifiers for scam prevention.
I Am Being Scammed
Something doesn't add up with your supplier. Time is critical. Deploy our agents in China for immediate on-ground verification.
Deploy Agent NowBank account or beneficiary changed after order confirmation
Often the last moment before a payment diversion scam.
Pressure to pay outside Alibaba or protected platforms
"Our system is down today" or "wire to this Hong Kong account"
Sample quality differs drastically from production specs
Bait-and-switch or intentional capability mismatch.
Beneficiary company name doesn't match supplier profile
Suggests unauthorized subcontracting or fraudulent takeover.
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