What are the consequences to your business and that of your customers if you receive goods that have been poorly manufactured or do not function correctly? How much would it cost to set in action a corrective action plan and what would the effect be on the credibility of your business? These are a few questions that should be asked when considering whether or not you should be conducting an inspection programme.
STR has been working with manufacturers, suppliers and retailers for many years providing them with tailored inspection programmes designed to lesson the risk of poor or missed shipments.
Our team of experienced Inspectors are trained to conduct:
Pre-Shipment Inspections (PSI)
Pre-shipment inspections are carried out on a container-by-container basis before products leave the factory; they not only serve as a vital check on product quality but also include other checks including packaging, volume of product per container and carton markings.
During Production Inspections (DUPRO)
Dupro inspections are performed during the early stages of production; they act as a means of evaluating the finished product quality as it comes off the production line.
Loading Inspections
Loading inspections ensure that the correct container is loaded at the factory or at the port and provides up-to-the-minute information on shipping schedules.
In-Process Quality Checks (IPQC)
The In-process quality check provides a snapshot of the situation at a factory once production is underway. It will typically consider and report on stocks of raw materials and components, any current production problems, daily production rate and the quality of the finished product.
Our comprehensive range of inspection services gives you the confidence to source offshore, with the knowledge that you have chosen to work with one of the world's largest and dynamic Quality Assurance and Inspection Companies.