13/02/2017
What’s next for NAFTA?
We talked to experts about what we can expect for the future of NAFTA and how it could potentially be improved to benefit businesses in all three countries.
Import Export Trade Management
07/02/2017
Today’s shifting global business environment – a view from Atlantic Canada
In today’s global business environment there are new government policies to grapple with; and as if that’s not enough to navigate, there are the near constant changes in government that also affect trade agreements.
30/01/2017
Imports do not kill jobs – protectionism does
Protectionism defeats everyone and the resulting animosity leads to unemployment, followed by social unrest and even wars.
27/01/2017
Developing a vision for the future of your international business
A vision statement is usually accompanied by a mission statement, which addresses the nature of the company’s business. The fundamental prerequisite for any corporate vision is a definition of its business.
19/01/2017
Want to export or import these products? You’re going to need a license
Countless products traverse the globe every day, moving from one country to the other as trade is carried out. Many of the array of items…
17/01/2017
Know your service exports: 4 ways services are traded globally
According to the World Trade Organization, over the past 20 years trade in services has become the most dynamic segment of world trade, growing more quickly than trade in goods.
16/01/2017
Debunking the top 10 myths about international distribution agreements
Here are the top ten misconceptions floating around out there, and the solutions to protect your bottom line in distribution agreements.
12/01/2017
This tool could be your company’s answer to reducing bribery risk in international business
Those who engage in international trade need to understand the different political and social environments in which they operate—including the varying likelihood of being confronted with corrupt demands by public officials.
10/01/2017
4 ways your business can benefit from the WTO’s Trade Facilitation Agreement
Despite all the doom and gloom rhetoric, 2017 could be the year that trade becomes easier, faster and cheaper for businesses large and small. The WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA) is expected to be ratified and go into effect by the end of January.
03/01/2017
10 global trade trends we’ll be watching in 2017
What global trade trends should you look out for in 2017? Let’s take a look and see what could be dominating the headlines you read over the next twelve months.