This month′s question: Does sourcing from Asia jeopardize the integrity of the OP industry?

Bernd Zimmermann, founder, CCM

"Pressure from the Far East has a positive influence because it makes us think about new niche markets and innovations, enhanced quality, and more efficient logistics management. But the cheapest product is not always the best. We should all consider the importance of creating products that are better quality and more durable than the cheaper products from the Far East."