07/04/2017
These should be the first steps in planning any supply chain
Planning any supply chain should start with knowledge of the company’s business plan and objectives.
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06/04/2017
Zishan Shah, CITP|FIBP – Manager, Economic Development
Fourteen years in, Zishan has already had an impressive career in global trade, specializing in economic development, project management, trade policy, business attraction and retention, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
05/04/2017
China to be self-sufficient by 2025 – What about the rest of us?
China has announced a plan to become nearly self-sufficient by 2025 in a range of 10 important industries – from planes to computer chips to electric cars. This has left other countries wondering how it will impact not only companies who are invested in China today, but also China’s overall position in the global marketplace.
04/04/2017
How can Canadian SMEs benefit from free trade agreements anyway?
For all the talk on free trade agreements, it can be hard to find SME-friendly information on how companies can benefit from them.
03/04/2017
My favourite international business travel stories, and what I learned from them
I learned many valuable lessons from my favourite international business travel stories, and wanted pass them on to others.
31/03/2017
What are the biggest challenges of managing global supply chains?
Co-ordinating each component in global supply chains involves many challenges, both predictable and unpredictable – how can you manage them all?
30/03/2017
Will there really be a China-U.S. trade war?
Trump’s attacks on China’s economic policies, and his threats against Chinese imports, have led to widespread speculation of a China US trade war.
29/03/2017
Not just a vacation destination – don’t overlook lucrative export opportunities in Costa Rica
Costa Rica may be small in size and population, but it should not be overlooked as business destination. For exporters, there is a wealth of opportunities in Costa Rica.
28/03/2017
7 things to look for when choosing external suppliers
When selecting external suppliers, develop a short list of potential candidates and evaluate their services according to established performance criteria.
27/03/2017
New trade taxes may be coming – here’s how you could be affected
President Trump is considering, among other trade taxes, a new Border Adjustment Tax (BAT) – here’s what we know, and how you can curtail its impact.