Thirteen Steps to Manufacturing in China defines the methodology for establishing a manufacturing operation in China. A comprehensive guide book, it includes the advantages and disadvantages of manufacturing in China, the specific steps to follow and prepares the reader for spending time in China.  It identifies the prerequisites – where to locate, other companies’ experiences, environmental requirements, utility costs, procedures for establishing a foreign investment company and much more.  It then provides the “how to” for sourcing Chinese equipment, importing used or new equipment and building construction from Design Institutes to  building permit through construction and the Grand Opening.