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Your Trusted Partner in Asia for Industrial Machinery Sourcing

We find, evaluate, and negotiate with manufacturers across Asia 
so you get reliable machinery, on time, at the right price.

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Three reasons why global companies trust Near Shore IT

Reliable suppliers from day one.

We conduct factory vetting & audits to ensure reliable partners, compliance, and consistent quality for your supply chain, ensuring consistent quality and avoiding costly surprises.


Compliance you can prove.

We ensure full compliance with standards and certifications, giving you confidence in quality, safety, and global market access, giving you confidence in quality and market access worldwide.



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Fair terms, clear results.

We facilitate transparent negotiations, ensuring fair terms, clear communication, and trusted long-term partnerships, trusted long-term partnerships with measurable savings.

Trusted by teams in              Food  •  Cosmetic  •  Nutraceutical  •  Pharma

Trusted by innovation-driven companies in regulated industries.

What We Do

End-to-end sourcing and supplier evaluation for industrial machinery across Asia.

Supplier Sourcing & Shortlisting

Identify qualified manufacturers aligned to your specs, capacity and budget.

Factory Audits & Due Diligence

On-site/remote checks, capability validation, certifications review, sample coordination.

Quality & Compliance

GMP, ISO, CE, FDA-related documentation support and AQL acceptance criteria.

Commercial Negotiation

Pricing, MOQs, payment terms, tooling, warranty and after-sales commitments.

Pre-shipment Inspection

FAT/SAT coordination, final QC, packing verification and photo/video evidence.

Logistics & Documentation

Incoterms guidance, contracts, export docs and coordination with your forwarder.

Industries We Serve

Core focus areas—also available to support other industrial sectors upon request.

  • Food
  • Cosmetic
  • Nutraceutical
  • Pharmaceutical

Need support for another sector? Tell us your machine or process—our sourcing team will evaluate suppliers across Asia.

Why Near Shore IT

Asia-based presence, quality first, speed and confidentiality.

Asia-Based Advantage

Ground presence in Hong Kong for swift coordination across China and Asia.

Quality First

Evidence-based factory audits and documented shortlists to de-risk decisions.

Speed & Transparency

Clear timelines, real supplier data, and concise reports you can act on.

Confidentiality

NDAs, data hygiene, and brand-safe processes from sourcing to negotiation.

300+ suppliers evaluated
25% avg. cost optimization potential
2–6 wks typical sourcing cycle
Audit-ready reports & evidence

Case Study: Food Processing Line

North American client scaling a GMP-compliant packaging line with Asian suppliers.

Challenge

The client required a high-throughput packaging line with strict documentation and GMP requirements while reducing CAPEX compared to local quotes.

Approach

  • Shortlisted 5 Asian manufacturers; conducted 3 factory audits with capability checks.
  • Coordinated samples, documentation (ISO/GMP, CE) and reviewed maintenance & warranty terms.
  • Negotiated MOQs, lead times, training and spare-parts packages; prepared comparative matrix.

Outcome

  • 22% CAPEX reduction vs. local alternatives.
  • On-time FAT and document set ready for validation.
  • Decision in 5 weeks, pilot ramp-up to full scale in 6 months.


5 suppliers shortlisted
3 audits completed
22% CAPEX reduction
≤ 6 mo scale-up timeline

What Clients Say

Short quotes from procurement and operations leaders across regions.

“They cut through the noise in Asia and brought us three high-confidence suppliers in record time.”

Head of Procurement • Food Manufacturer — Mexico

“The audit report and sample testing made our decision straightforward. Clean documentation, zero surprises.”

COO • Nutraceutical Brand — LATAM

“Transparent negotiation, warranty clarity, and on-time FAT. We scaled within six months.”

Plant Director • Pharma OEM — LATAM

Quotes adapted for confidentiality; full references available under NDA.

Free Checklist

12 Questions to Ask Before Selecting an Asian Manufacturer

Download this PDF guide to avoid the most common sourcing pitfalls and ensure supplier reliability.

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FAQ

Common questions about timelines, audits, standards, fees, and post-purchase support.

How long does a supplier evaluation take?
Typically 2–6 weeks depending on project complexity, sampling needs, and factory availability.
Do you perform on-site audits?
Yes. We conduct on-site or remote audits based on scope and location, with photo/video evidence and documented checklists.
What standards do you cover?
We review GMP, ISO 9001/13485, CE, and FDA-related documentation, among others—adjusted to your industry and market.
How do fees work?
Fixed-scope pricing by stage (Discovery, Audit, Negotiation). Transparent milestones and deliverables—no hidden costs.
Can you support after purchase?
Yes. We coordinate pre-shipment inspections, FAT/SAT support, documentation handover, and logistics coordination with your forwarder.

Tell Us What You Need

We’ll reply within 24 hours (Hong Kong time).

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