{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Modern Supply Chain","title":"The rise of Vietnam as a manufacturing hub for e-commerce","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/2f23350f\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1451,"description":"Vietnam is quickly emerging as a top sourcing destination for DTC brands — and for good reason. Jim Kennemer, founder of Cosmo Sourcing, explains why DTC brands should consider Vietnam, how it compares to China, and the competitive advantages it offers. With years of hands-on experience, Jim shares success stories from brands that have thrived in Vietnam and offers practical advice on how to get started in the country.In this episode, you’ll learn:The key differences between sourcing in Vietnam and ChinaThe importance of tech packs in speeding up production timelinesHow to overcome the challenges of sourcing in VietnamHighlights:(00:00) Meet Jim Kennemer(03:07) China vs. Vietnam, the core differences(08:48) The best product categories for Vietnam sourcing(10:35) How Vietnamese factories have evolved(14:14) Common sourcing mistakes (18:21) AI and tech packs pitfallsResources:Izzy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/izzy-rosenzweig-13653846/Jim’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jckennemer/ Jim’s Email: jim@cosmosourcing.com Cosmo Sourcing’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cosmosourcing/","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/pGa31m1Qi8jvJpQC4it25QVVIlAx_X6Sjzrermi0mLo/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xNDUx/ZWQ5ZWU1MDQ2ZGY5/YzVjMmY2MmQ2YWFk/MDRkNi5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}