Business Advice

Looking for some business advice? You’ve come to the right place! On this blog, we’ll be sharing everything from tips on starting a business to advice on how to grow a successful company. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, there’s something here for everyone. So dive in and learn everything you need to know about making your business thrive with UCT (Asia)

High End Promotional Products – Raise Awareness with wealthy Prospects

Using promotional products to raise your brand awareness and attract new customers has been a popular method of advertising for many years. If you are looking to attract wealthy prospects then the very same method can apply – only with high end, luxury promotional products. In this article, we’re going to talk about the benefits […]

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Budget considerations when sourcing new suppliers – A Procurement Agency’s Tips

When sourcing new suppliers, it can be a stressful and complicated process. However, if done right and with careful consideration, it can bring about great and positive changes for your business. In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at budget considerations when you are sourcing new suppliers, for your convenience. But first, […]

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How are procurement and purchasing different

How are procurement and purchasing different?

There is always a fair amount of confusion when it comes to procurement and purchasing. As the two process are so closely linked, it’s easy to get them mixed up. In this article, we’ll aim to clear up that confusion and outline the key differences between both processes, for your convenience. Let’s get stuck right […]

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What is a request for proposal (RFP) document for procurement

What is a request for proposal (RFP) document for procurement?

If you are new to the world of sourcing, procurement, and supply chain management, then the odds are that you’ve found yourself feeling a little overwhelmed by all of the abbreviations and terminology involved. For example, what is an RFP (request for proposal)? What is the document used for and why are they important? In […]

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Why use a Procurement Consultancy? And what you should consider

There are many aspects to keeping a business or organisation functional and trying to take them all on by yourself is an impossible task. Just as you would hire an accountant to handle the books, there are practical advantages do using a procurement consultancy. But, why use a procurement consultancy? And if you do decide […]

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What’s the difference between Direct and Indirect Procurement?

In the world of sourcing, procurement, and logistics there is a multitude of different abbreviations and terminology being thrown about – so it’s no wonder why many people who are new to the industry end up feeling a little lost and overwhelmed. For example, what’s the difference between direct and indirect procurement? Is there an […]

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Why you should be sourcing internationally and in particular in Asia

As you begin to grow and expand your business, discovering new and innovative ways to cut costs and improve the quality of your organization’s processes becomes an essentiality. If you are to grow beyond a certain point and begin out-performing many of your competitors, it may be worth looking beyond sourcing domestically and venturing further […]

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Earth Day 2020 : UCT (Asia) Sustainability Approach Together with United Nations

Today, April 22 2020, we mark the celebrations of Earth Day across the globe. This year, it is the 50th anniversary of the Earth Day celebrations. While the planet is on Lock Down, our planet is healing.  On Earth Day, let’s plan to restart The Right Way. Let’s help our planet stay healthy when we get through this, […]

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UCT (Asia) Service Update Relative to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak

To our valued customers, supplier and partners. We are 100% operational during COVID-19 outbreak NO impact for our customers, we quote, design, produce and deliver as usual. China’s manufacturing capability is already back up and running. As such we do not anticipate any impact to our ability to render service to our customers. We also have products […]

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