12/01/2018
Learn from Piaggio why it’s so important to double-check your trade documents
Here’s how missing small details in trade documents caused major problems for one company, and what you can do to avoid similar problems.
FITTskills Refresher
There’s a lot to know when it comes to international trade. So every now and then we like to pull out snippets of wisdom from our FITTskills series of international trade textbooks and pass them on. Whether it’s brand new for you or its information you’ve already learned but may have forgotten, you can rest assured that FITTskills Refreshers are practical and industry-validated.
11/01/2018
With the right marketing metrics, you can improve your strategy and meet customer needs
How should you use marketing metrics to decide what data to gather, analyze the available information and make decisions regarding your business future?
13/12/2017
Direct or indirect exporting: which is the best fit for your business?
Two of the most popular strategies to enter new markets are direct and indirect exporting. Which one, if either, makes the most sense for your business?
01/12/2017
20 trade finance terms you need to know
Can’t remember or don’t know what specific trade finance terms mean? Here are 20 helpful definitions you need to know in international business.
10/11/2017
21 interview questions you should ask potential sales agents before hiring them
This list is not exhaustive but provides an example of the information that exporters should gather and use to screen potential sales agents.
03/11/2017
The 9 steps you need to solve your inventory problems
The following systematic process can help companies assess the size of their inventory problems and find ways to limit their impact.
27/10/2017
Learn to adapt your products from these 4 success stories
Here’s 4 of the many examples of how product development and adaptation has paid off in spectacular fashion for companies worldwide.
20/10/2017
What are export credit agencies and what role do they play in international trade?
Export credit agencies help companies grow their international sales volumes while making sure to manage the risks they take in international markets.
13/10/2017
Master the fundamentals of business contracts with these tips
In contrast to a promise or agreement, which are not binding, a contract is a legally enforceable arrangement with certain requirements to be binding.
06/10/2017
Take your supplier relationship management to the next level for better global performance
Supplier relationship management involves assessment, evaluation and subsequent action planning to optimize long-term strategic supplier relationships.