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Don’t Give me the Recipe – Just ‘Bake the Cake’!

Don’t Give me the Recipe – Just ‘Bake the Cake’!

When a plastic product is to be made, there are many different types of molding techniques and materials that can ...
November 2024 Freight Update – EOY & CNY – FYI!

November 2024 Freight Update – EOY & CNY – FYI!

The end of the year quickly approaches, and Chinese New Year is fast on its heels. Now is the time to plan your ...
Tips for a Successful Crowdfunding Campaign

Tips for a Successful Crowdfunding Campaign

Launching a board game through crowdfunding can be a thrilling experience, but it’s also a complex process that involves more than just getting backers. You’ll need a solid plan for everything from maximizing visibility to managing manufacturing. Here are some tips to help make your campaign successful from start to finish.
October 2024 Freight Update – East Coast Strikes Back!

October 2024 Freight Update – East Coast Strikes Back!

The end of the year is fast approaching, but that doesn’t mean it’s smooth sailing from here on out. In fact, it’s ...
Product Sourcing & Custom Packaging: A Winning Combination for Expanding Your Product Line

Product Sourcing & Custom Packaging: A Winning Combination for Expanding Your Product Line

“Packaging can be theater, it can tell a story”. Steve Jobs An excellent strategy to expand upon your ...
The Revolutionary Impact of RFID Tags on Modern Technology

The Revolutionary Impact of RFID Tags on Modern Technology

In an era where technology evolves at a breathtaking pace, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags stand out as ...
Should You Be Attending PAX Unplugged?

Should You Be Attending PAX Unplugged?

Did you know that Nokia was a paper manufacturer, Avon sold books door-to-door, and PAX started as an esoteric ...
Toy Fair 1978:  A Look Back with Mike

Toy Fair 1978: A Look Back with Mike

Image attributed to Toy Tales. It was 45 years ago, and yes- I was there. Good Lord, I’m turning into an ...
May 2023 Freight Update

May 2023 Freight Update

It may not be “normal”, but it’s certainly close.  The supply chain appears to have recovered from the slew of ...
China Update: Open for Business!

China Update: Open for Business!

I am just recently back from 10 days on the ground throughout Hong Kong and Mainland China, and it was great to be ...
February 2023 State of Freight

February 2023 State of Freight

Welcome to the post-CNY freight update for 2023. Just when you didn’t think freight could get any more exciting, ...