The beginning of a new year is always a great time to catch up on some reading. Why not take the time to get up to speed on the latest industry trends and tips? Or take a deeper dive into a subject of interest? To help you on your journey, here are the 10 articles that TradeReady readers found most interesting in 2019. Happy reading!

10. Identify, analyze and mitigate the social risks to your business

Social risks arise from negative local perceptions of a business’ impact. Learn to identify and reduce these risks with corporate social responsibility.

9. Andreina Figuera, CITP|FIBP – International Sales Executive

Andreina Figuera, CITP|FIBP has built a wide global network, helped her company grow its sales around the world and is now teaching the next generation.

8. Read this Incoterms® overview to start preparing for the new Incoterms® 2020 updates

Learn more about what Incoterms® are and how they’re used in advance of the new Incoterms® 2020 rules that will come into effect on January 1, 2020.

7. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce and the Forum for International Trade Training establish partnership to train Canadian businesses on Incoterms® 2020

Read about how FITT and the Canadian Chamber of Commerce are partnering to deliver Incoterms® 2020 in-person training to Canadian businesses.

6. CanExport Grants: Expanded Eligibility Criteria for Businesses

Find out how your business can take advantage of new funding for international market development under the CanExport program.

5. Need a global market entry strategy? Ask these 12 questions

Ask these 12 key questions and devise a strong international market entry strategy for your business to ensure success in new markets.

4. 3 key issues affecting global trade right now

Rising tariffs, counterfeiting and intellectual property theft, and government seizures of vessels are all creating problems in the world of global trade.

3. 6 global supply chain trends to watch in 2020 and beyond

Current supply chain trends are being shaped by efforts to operate smarter, faster, more sustainably and in a more customer-centric manner.

2. Overcome 9 of the most common market entry barriers with these strategies

Without a full understanding of the different types of market entry barriers, organizations may choose an ineffective market entry strategy.

1. 10 global trade trends we’ll be watching in 2019

Here’s a preview of the 2019 global trade trends that could be dominating the headlines and your work conversations throughout the year.

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