Global Sourcing

reetings all:

During the course of Christmas shopping at a "leading" retail
establishment I
purchased a cosmetic case for my wife that contained numerous items. I
thought
I would share the origin of the items contained in the case with the
group:

Nail Polish - U.S.A.
Eyeshadow - China
Lipstick - China
Lip Crayon - Taiwan
Blusher - China
Mascara - Mexico
Face Powder - Taiwan
Eye Liner - China
Lip Liner - Taiwan
Misc. Brushes - Korea
Pencil Sharpeners - Taiwan
Brushes - China

Designed, Packaged, & Distributed - U.S.A.

My point? This is distributed by a small company in California that
found a
market, suppliers, and distribution channels. It is probable that the
company
concentrated on development of the market (sales) and "outsourced"
everything
else.

Your thoughts John?

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Millenium!

Vernon

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