China + 1 = The Future

China plus one isn't leaving China. It's a system smarter brands are using to win 2025 and prepare for 2026. China is still number one in speed, scale, quality and supplier depth but relying on just one country is too risky. So what do the smartest brands do? They don't abandon China, they use China plus one strategically. Here's how. Number one keep complex high volume fast moving SKUs in China. Number two move simple or high tariff SKUs to a second country. Number three choose that country based on your product strength like Vietnam, India, Mexico. Number four test small scale what works and lastly leverage both for cost, speed and risk reduction. China remains your engine, the plus one country becomes your insurance and leverage. That's how you build a supply chain that survives tariffs, politics and disruption without losing margin. Tomorrow I'll show you exactly how to know which SKUs go where with a simple decision framework.