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    Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 07/30/2010 - 19:21

    Home Business Takes the Product from Inception through the Marketing and Sales Process

    Randy Martineau started his home-based business, One Source Global, Inc. (http://www.one-sourceglobal.com) out of necessity. Randy had been working with a partner that was more involved with the day to day operation of the business. His partner had a lot of experience in importing and contract manufacturing. Unfortunately, Randy’s partner died suddenly, leaving him to pick up the pieces and continue operation of the business. There were so many challenges that Randy faced, operating the business himself.

    Randy had a ton to learn about manufacturing, importing, shipping, customs, Quickbooks, etc. Everything was a learning process.

        One Source Global, Inc. specializes in outsourcing manufacturing to China and Asia. It offers expertise in all phases of product design & development, manufacturing, procurement, logistics, and shipping. “We normally get products produced and delivered for our customers,” says Randy. “However, we have entered a new phase by developing the Play It Safe board game (http://www.playitsafegame.com/Contact_Us_a/1.htm). This creates a whole new challenge as Randy’s company will actually take the product from inception through the marketing and sales process.

         Randy runs his business out of his home and his new “Play It Safe Board Game” piles high in his garage to distribute: www.playitsafe.com.
    Randy’s business primarily markets its manufacturing services through Google and by attending various trade shows. He is using Orca Communications to help with the marketing of the Play It Safe game since they have a lot of experience in launching new products.
        Working from home offer many advantages for Randy, including: Time, money, and aggravation saved from commute; Office space cost savings; No need for an extensive wardrobe; and Lower costing and better eating at home.
        Randy’s customers are usually small/medium businesses developing new products or looking to move production overseas. He also gets some business from new product inventors.
        In the next few year, Randy would like to develop and launch more new products. “We like having the overall control of the destiny of our endeavors,” says Randy. “We believe we will have some creative and highly successful products in the coming years.” HBM
     
    Previously published in the June 2010 issue of HOME BUSINESS® Magazine, an international publication for the growing and dynamic home-based market. Available on newsstands, in bookstores and chain stores, and via subscriptions ($19.00 for 1 year, six issues). Visit http://www.homebusinessmag.com
     

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