07/10/2014
Peeking into the South American international trade divide: protectionist Atlantic vs. open Pacific
We could argue forever over which South American international trade policies are best for economic growth and long-term development.
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03/10/2014
Let’s discuss the invisible discriminatory attitudes that create barriers to international trade
I could not believe that in today’s modern world, such old-fashioned regional prejudices could possibly create barriers to international trade.
30/09/2014
Training for a successful international trade career in Canada’s aerospace industry
As Canadian aerospace companies work to meet growing demand, there will be a continual need for global business professionals like Natalia Goncharova, CITP®|FIBP® and Import/Export Manager, Export Compliance Specialist for Boeing.
22/09/2014
Pauline Bessada, CITP|FIBP — Vice President of Operations
Pauline Bessada, CITP®|FIBP®, is the Vice President of Operations for Bissma Agrogroup Inc. in Pickering, Ontario. However, she didn’t always hold this position with the company. She worked her way up from the bottom!
09/09/2014
How to update your supply chain strategy for maximum efficiency
Without an efficient supply chain strategy in place, customers cannot be serviced properly and maximum profits cannot be achieved.
05/09/2014
Five ways to identify partners for an effective market entry strategy
If something is missing in your market entry strategy, such as special expertise or market presence, partnership options must be examined more closely.
03/09/2014
What skills are needed to succeed in global trade?
International business professionals in our Twitter community came together last month for a #TradeElite chat on the topic of skills in global trade. Speaking from a variety of backgrounds, levels of experience and geographic locations, they discussed the skills, knowledge and abilities that are needed to succeed in the industry.
12/08/2014
A lawyer’s perspective on why the risks are worth the rewards of doing international business
Every day, lawyers warn clients about all the risks of doing business, especially international business. That is okay — business lawyers want to prevent their clients from getting sued by regulators or customers, among other possible plaintiffs.
25/07/2014
Is Mongolia the next emerging market for your international business strategy?
Mongolia is looking to capitalize on its unique culture and attractive scenery in a bid to open the world’s eyes to many of its strengths as a place to visit and do business.
18/07/2014
The basics of global trade transactions for your imports and exports
A company that has decided to export its products to a new market or to buy from a new supplier in a different country cannot take for granted that the potential transaction(s) will be viable, profitable or provide goods at a price and quality that are competitive. From a financial point of view, a transaction may prove unrealistic if the cost of entering a market is too high, the competition is gruelling, or the price the company needs to charge in the new market is not competitive.