Not all factories are created equal!
And if you’re contacting 20 different manufacturers hoping one will say yes — you’re doing it the hard way.
In this episode of MANUFACTURING SOS, I’m talking about one of the most common mistakes I see when people start looking for a UK manufacturer: assuming every factory can make every kind of product.
You’ll learn why factory specialisms matter, how MOQs and capacity make a difference, and what you actually need to look for when shortlisting a manufacturer.
I’ll also share why I took down my free directory of UK manufacturers and the surprising truth about what manufacturers really said about being in it.
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Listen now to find out:
🏭 Why not every factory with a sewing machine is right for your product
🧵 What kind of research you really need to do before reaching out
🛑 The red flag that means a manufacturer isn’t a good fit
🍷 What looking for a factory partner and choosing a wine having in common!
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