21/11/2014
Using foreign direct investment as an international market entry strategy
However, most foreign direct investment is still made by large companies investing in the construction of facilities abroad.
Market Entry Strategies
28/10/2014
Succeeding in international business by having the knowledge to overcome trade risks
After some career counselling, Alberto was urged to transfer his skills and go into sales to help companies grow their business into foreign markets. He took that advice, signed up for FITT-accredited international business courses, and made a game-changing shift in the direction of his career.
27/10/2014
Get trained for international trade with a Canada job grant that offers up to $10K per employee
After a great deal of press leading up to agreements between the Canadian federal and provincial government on how the program would work and where the funding would come from, the Canada Job Grant is now available to businesses across the nation to help you get trained for international trade.
07/10/2014
Peeking into the South American international trade divide: protectionist Atlantic vs. open Pacific
We could argue forever over which South American international trade policies are best for economic growth and long-term development.
03/10/2014
Let’s discuss the invisible discriminatory attitudes that create barriers to international trade
I could not believe that in today’s modern world, such old-fashioned regional prejudices could possibly create barriers to international trade.
19/09/2014
Why Chengdu is the perfect gateway for Canadian exporters and Canada’s tourism industry
Reliable and trustworthy business partners exist in Chengdu for Canadian exporters and tourism operators who take the time to understand that relationships come first.
05/09/2014
Five ways to identify partners for an effective market entry strategy
If something is missing in your market entry strategy, such as special expertise or market presence, partnership options must be examined more closely.
11/08/2014
Resources for exploring Asian trade and foreign direct investment opportunities
Many Asian jurisdictions understand the strategic roles that trade and foreign direct investment (FDI) play in their economic development and economic well-being.
06/08/2014
How to use new media technologies to identify trade opportunities in Asia
New media technologies have transformed the way we communicate, network, and share information. They can also play a key role in the identification and validation of trade and investment opportunities. Furthermore, these technologies can enable you to keep abreast of on-the-ground developments in your market of interest.
01/08/2014
Top three potential barriers to foreign market entry
Companies entering new markets might face problems or increased costs because of the business environment and the way in which companies operate. For example, marketing services might be prohibitively expensive. The banking system might be undeveloped, and certain payment mechanisms may be unavailable. Letters of credit might be unreliable or difficult to obtain.