18/09/2015
5 methods to build a more efficient procurement strategy
Besides following a standard sourcing procedure, there are several actions companies must take to ensure that they have an efficient procurement strategy.
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18/08/2015
3 unexpected cultural differences that required adapting my business tactics
Learning about other cultures before attempting a business relationship can make all the difference between success and failure in that venture, and help you avoid unexpected cultural differences.
12/08/2015
Abid Samdani, CITP|FIBP – Trade Commissioner Assistant
Abid Samdani, CITP|FIBP, is a Trade Commissioner Assistant with DFATD in Karachi, Pakistan. With a passion for international trade and over ten years of practical experience, he is setting himself apart as an elite member of the global trade community.
24/07/2015
How I used storytelling to liven up a daunting international trade project
I have to admit it turns out that being told “You will have to do it!” was a blessing in disguise. It led me down the road to what turned out to be a truly great opportunity to tell stories about my global trade experiences in a recent international trade project.
22/07/2015
Discovering new global business experiences while exploring the world
Although a degree in commerce was definitely a good pick for me, I was mostly interested in the lesser-known international opportunities that were provided to gain new global business experiences.
17/07/2015
Improve your business efficiency by selecting the right external supplier
If you decide to outsource, you need to know how to determine what aspect of your business you need to turn over to external suppliers, and which external supplier will make the best partner for your business.
16/07/2015
13 ways Canadian SME’s can improve on their dismal export rates
For all the talk about Canada being a trading nation, we aren’t when it comes to small and medium sized enterprises. While SME’s account for roughly 95 percent of all companies in Canada, and create 65 percent of all jobs, Canadian SME export rates are at less than 2 percent.
14/07/2015
Are Canadian exporters playing with a stacked deck?
Canadian exporters begin international negotiations with a negotiating deck already stacked in their favour, but this is an asset that many are not aware of.
24/06/2015
Kiran Sharma, CITP|FIBP – Job Cost Administrator
With over a decade of experience working with international clients and managing business finances, Kiran is committed to excellence in her work and continuing to develop her career as a Job Cost Administrator.
17/06/2015
Ann Archer, CITP|FIBP – International Logistics Specialist
Ann Archer, CITP|FIBP, is an International Logistics Specialist for General Dynamics Land Systems – Canada (GLDS-C), a company based out of London, ON which manufactures light armoured vehicles (LAVs) and provides full fleet life cycle support including upgrades, repair services and training.