25/07/2016
Identify and overcome international trade barriers early in your market entry plan
International trade barriers make market entry more difficult, but the greater the barriers to entry, the greater the reward for those who overcome them.
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22/07/2016
Keep safe from risk by learning more about international cargo insurance
International cargo insurance is essential because it can be an exporter’s only legal means of recovering the full cost of lost, damaged or stolen cargo.
21/07/2016
Is reshoring still an important trend in manufacturing?
Reshoring, or moving manufacturing back to the same country as a company’s headquarters, has become increasingly common. Do the pros outweigh the cons?
20/07/2016
Are you on a mission? A trade mission? Get the most from your matchmaker!
A trade mission now usually offers a tailored matchmaking service to delegates. I believe that your matchmaker should be your new best friend!
19/07/2016
5 tips for a better Indian market entry strategy
Here’s some advice based on my own experience that will give you an advantage over your competitors as you build your own Indian market entry strategy.
18/07/2016
9 benefits of managing distributors via foreign affiliates
Exporters have long defaulted to outsourcing distribution of their goods through various types of partners. We argue that while distributors provide critical value added services,…
15/07/2016
How competitive is your company? Follow these 8 steps to find out
Benchmarking is a tool that enables managers to answer may key performance questions. It can show exactly how a company compares to its competition.
14/07/2016
5 things you need to remember for your next business trip to Europe
Going on a business trip from Canada to Europe can be a fun and productive experience. On the flip side, you could also experience some…
13/07/2016
5 Tips for New Grads Starting a Career in Global Trade
So, you’re a recent graduate from an international business program and you are about to embark on the exciting journey of your global trade career. Where do you start? Who can you ask for help? And ultimately, how do you land that dream job?
13/07/2016
Liesl Harewood, CITP|FIBP – Independent Consultant
Liesl Harewood, CITP|FIBP is an independent consultant based in Halifax, Nova Scotia who specializes in international trade development and entrepreneurship. With over ten years of…