25/10/2022
Build a resilient supply chain with these innovative approaches from the experts
By now, we are all probably well aware of the economic turmoil caused by the COVID 19 pandemic and the knock-on effects it has had,…
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05/10/2022
Getting paid: 4 trade finance instruments you can use to reduce your risk
While there are many risks inherent in international trade finance, there are also numerous methods of settlement in international trade available to exporters and importers to manage and mitigate risks. Here are the 4 most common trade finance instruments you can use.
23/09/2022
How much will your freight charge be? Here’s how rating shipments works
In order to be able to tell your customers how much they will pay for shipping, or when to expect delivery, you need a way to calculate the costs and know the options for all shipments sizes.
Here’s how you can calculate the freight charge by rating shipments.
21/09/2022
5 Canadian Trade Commissioners talk about their career success
For many years now, trade commissioners have been relying on FITTskills training to help them build a strong understanding of the full spectrum of international trade. Earning the prestigious CITP designation – a validation of their expertise and commitment to international trade, marks a special milestone in their professional journey.
09/09/2022
How Digital Badges Can Help Businesses Hire the Right Professionals to Fill Their Teams
Digital badges are an innovative way to display achievements and qualifications to potential employers that can be published on online profiles, resumes and social media platforms – here’s how digital badges can help companies hire the right people for the job.
07/09/2022
If You Haven’t Prepped Your Supply Chain for Holiday 2022 You’re Already Behind – Here’s What You Should Do
If you don’t prep your supply chain for the upcoming 2022 holiday season months in advance, you will be stuck in reaction mode rather if anything inevitably goes astray. Here’s how to prepare.
26/08/2022
Regulatory compliance for your products and services – a complete guide Part 2
This article is part 2 of our series on regulatory compliance, and we will be looking at shipping and health and safety. In part 1 we…
23/08/2022
FITT partners with OWIT-Toronto to enhance women’s global business skills
The Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) is partnering with OWIT-Toronto to build and enhance women’s global business skills, expertise and knowledge.
19/08/2022
Managing the 4 Stages of the Product Life Cycle
Product life cycle is a business management technique that defines stages in the lifespan of commercial or consumer products. Product life cycles are used for…
17/08/2022
Canadian Brewers are Missing Out on the World’s Most Lucrative Market
As more craft brewers come online in Canada, and Canadians continue to reduce their beer consumption, many local beer markets are becoming increasingly saturated. Interprovincial…