Ongoing tariff policy uncertainty is pushing more buyers toward flexible, multi-region sourcing conversations rather than single-country commitments.
Published February 9, 2026 · Industry Insights
More buyers now ask about country-of-origin flexibility and potential tariff exposure during their first inquiry, a shift from treating sourcing location as a fixed assumption.
Manufacturers able to speak clearly to compliance documentation and origin certification are increasingly valued for the planning flexibility they provide, beyond price and quality alone.
Brands that once relied on trading companies or sourcing agents are increasingly moving to direct factory relationships as they scale.
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