24/08/2021
How to weather-proof your business: CITPs weigh-in with Startup Canada
Warren Buffet famously said: “Risk comes from not knowing what you’re doing.” For businesses who have been operating over the tumultuous past year and a…
FITT Team
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06/08/2021
10 Export costs you need to consider when projecting cash outflows
Businesses that operate internationally need to treat their cash flow planning differently than those that operate domestically. There are many additional details to consider for…
16/07/2021
Understanding the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA): Event Recap
Officially enacted in 2000, the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has shown promising results, with ITA (International Trade Administration) noting, “Since its implementation, AGOA…
06/07/2021
Post-pandemic globalization: Practical strategies for managing a risky trade environment—event recap
The word ‘globalization’ evokes strong sentiments in our current times. For some, it represents a practice that has been occurring for centuries: trade between countries, while…
11/06/2021
What’s the difference between inbound and outbound logistics?
When planning for international exporting and the distribution of goods, a strong understanding of the fundamentals of global logistics is necessary for success. In particular,…
30/04/2021
Drivers for a circular economy: Why businesses are shifting from linear models to circular economies
What are the drivers for a circular economy? Discover the main reasons below. On April 22, millions of people around the world took part in…
23/04/2021
Why mentorship is highly valuable to your business and career
In recent years, business and career mentorship has become a hot topic. Countless best-selling books have been written about it, such as Tribe of…
16/11/2020
Looking to diversify? Here’s how and why you should consider entering African markets
When looking at new markets to pursue, the African continent offers many opportunities through its various markets, regions, and growing economy. Here’s how and where to enter African markets successfully.
25/09/2020
How to use content marketing to promote your brand in export markets
Content is the cornerstone of online marketing. It involves creating and sharing relevant and engaging information with the target audience through articles, blog posts, videos, podcasts, webinars, and other formats. Here’s how you can use it to engage your export markets.
17/06/2020
Act now to minimize your political risk in foreign markets
Researching the target country and developing a strategy to monitor changes there is a good start to limit political risk, but it’s far from the final step.