Why Hiring a Third-Party Team Is the Smartest Way to Manage Manufacturing in Asia
The Task at Hand
Managing production on another continent is nearly impossible without the right support.
Doing it Yourself
It would cost a fortune to set up an office in Asia that could:
- Maintain round-the-clock oversight with staff in both China and the U.S.
- Quickly deploy inspectors to factories across Asia for audits and inspections
- Provide decades of manufacturing expertise in Asia
- Bridge language and cultural gaps between you and your suppliers
What You Need, Already Set Up
With Trans-Pacific Facilitators, that infrastructure already exists – ready to deploy the moment you need it.
1. Our Inspection Teams
We have two inspection teams based in key manufacturing regions:
- The Shanghai–Ningbo area
- The Guangdong province in Southern China
From these hubs, our teams cover factories across China and throughout Asia.
2. China & U.S. Offices
Our main office is located in the Longgang district of Shenzhen.
We also have senior leadership based in Los Angeles, California, and Denver, Colorado — making regular trips to Asia.
3. Round-the-Clock Oversight
With offices in both China and the U.S., someone from TPF is always on the clock.
We anticipate delays from holidays, shifting schedules, and approvals from certain managers — keeping production moving no matter the time zone.
4. Bridging Language & Cultural Gaps
Even small miscommunications can cause big problems.
Our team combines native English and native Chinese speakers with decades of manufacturing experience — making sure client expectations are clearly understood and met.
Getting Started with TPF
Our U.S., Shenzhen, and inspection teams are in place and ready to support you.