17/08/2016
Top 5 things you need to know to export your product to Brazil
As one of the BRICS nations and the economic leader of Latin America, Brazil is an important market to consider. Is your business ready to export to Brazil?
Pamela Hyatt
I am the Content Marketing Specialist for the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT). You can find some of my work on TradeReady.ca. My background is in copywriting, journalism and social media. My passion lies in connecting people to the stories that are most important to them.
15/08/2016
Create a winning international marketing plan by nailing your market research
Entering a new market requires a deep dive into the minds, lifestyles, habits and communication style of your new clients. Gathering accurate information to give you a full picture of this market will be the key to success in expanding your business into this new region.
12/08/2016
4 of the biggest challenges export managers face today
Technological, economic and political changes have created a new, increasingly integrated, rapidly changing and highly competitive international environment. Such conditions require diverse and adaptable skills from those who manage exports and imports at today’s firms.
08/08/2016
Certificate VS Certification – what’s the difference and why does it matter for your career?
There is a plethora of great training available for international business practitioners. However, there are very few targeted professional designations in this field of practice. Credentials come in many forms and, like the myriad of training programs available for international trade practitioners, there are also an abundance of international trade credentials to choose from.
04/08/2016
The 4 biggest risks you face when outsourcing
When it comes to doing business in international markets, there are so many variables to plan for. In some circumstances, it might make sense for a company to manufacture a product from sourced raw materials or components. In others, companies might find it more profitable to pay another company to perform the manufacturing process and then sell the finished product.
03/08/2016
Alejandro Ruiz, CITP|FIBP – Trade Commissioner for Agri-food
Alejandro’s interest in global trade began very early in life, choosing to studying it in school and then channeling that enthusiasm into a successful career.
29/07/2016
How to protect your company and customers in e-commerce transactions
As customers increasingly turn to the internet to do their shopping, the e-commerce world continues to evolve. While this can be great for both businesses and consumers alike, there are many challenges to face when safely and satisfactorily completing purchases online.
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.
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?
06/07/2016
Willy Fogang, CITP|FIBP – Regional Account Manager for Small and Medium Enterprises
Willy Fogang, CITP|FIBP, is a Regional Account Manager for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Manitoba at Export Development Canada.