In this episode...Our CEO Renaud is back with Adrian and talks about a serious problem for buyers: unauthorized subcontracting.This is where the supplier you think is manufacturing your products, outsources the work to someone else that you have no knowledge of and haven't given permission to work on your products. This, obviously, is not a good situation...let's explore it in more detail. Show SectionsWhat problems does unauthorized subcontracting cause?How to reduce the risks of unauthorized subcontracting happening? Related content...How To Create A Valid Manufacturing Contract In China To Protect Your IPRead a whole series of blog posts about vetting Chinese suppliers to help you find a lower-risk supplierRenaud was interviewed about social audits in this news article - unauthorized subcontracting has a serious effect on theseGet help from Sofeast to source great suppliersAudit your supplier's processes with one of our process management audits in order to reduce the risks of them not coping and subcontractingSofeast project managers check on and manage your supplier to assure that the project is on track Get in touch with usConnect with us on LinkedInSend us a tweet @sofeastPrefer Facebook? Check us out on FBContact us via Sofeast's contact pageSubscribe to our YouTube channel Subscribe to the podcast There are more episodes to come, so remember to subscribe! You can do so in your favorite podcast apps here and don't forget to give us a 5-star rating, please:Apple PodcastsSpotifyStitcherGoogle PodcastsTuneInAmazon PodcastsDeezeriHeartRADIOPlayerFMListen NotesPodcast AddictPodchaser