A recent Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) survey of the Australian exporter community shows that over 86 percent of Australian exporters are either small or medium sized enterprises (SMEs). In fact, research by Austrade and Sensis found that around 13 percent of SMEs export, using international expansion as a high-growth strategy.
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China is opening its doors to foreign companies, and those that understand Chinese culture and the scope of the Chinese market will have an edge over competitors. Here are some cultural conventions to give foreigners an advantage when exporting to China:
Researching export destinations can be demanding, whether you’re a new exporter looking for your first export destination, or an old hand traversing the globe. Here’s how to find your ideal export location.
Some businesses think joint ventures are an official cooperation, others see them as a marriage. Either way, joint ventures are designed to boost businessesgrowth in areas such as IP, market share, and the bottom line. Find out why joint ventures are considered commercialisation courtships.
Whether you’re an existing exporter or new to the business, Australian trade services can bring new levels of export success. Here’s an introduction to the new State Focus series, starting with a snapshot of some of the trade services available Australia-wide.
Australia’s education exports have created a first class name. With an innovative business approach and some creativity, you too can capitalise on this name and still stand out from the pack when exporting education.
Cutting red tape is an important step towards facilitating Australian trade, writes Ian Murray, executive director of the Australian Institute of Export.
More than a gateway to the USA, the Canadian market is great in itself. Discover how easily Australian exporters can translate products and services into exports to Canada.
Security is a major issue for exporters these days. Ian Murray, executive director of the Australian Institute of Export, lists necessary security precautions for exporters to remain safe while trading overseas.
Labor should take responsibility for inflation says Deputy Opposition leader Julie Bishop, who believes the Federal Government has blamed the former Howard government long enough. June quarter results showed inflation rise to 4.5 percent.
A freight forwarder can make an exporter’s life much easier. So here’s a guide to finding the right freight forwarder to refine your logistics process.
