Growth | Import | Export
Communication has always been an integral part of international relationships. Here are some ways to make the communication process easier and more affordable. Lamenting the size of your business’ overseas phone bill? Tightening the business travel budget? If your business deals with overseas suppliers or clients, it’s important to maintain clear communication channels. Fortunately there […]
These may be troubled times, but that’s no reason to shy away from doing everything you can to maintain your market share, writes Ian Murray. People who know that I have a background in marketing with major international companies often ask me, “Why do you have to have to advertise that product, when everyone knows […]
Fourth in our series on ‘The True Cost of Exporting’ is the cost of export documentation, a necessary expense that can be eased by knowing what’s required. Here are some ways to tighten up on export documentation. Organising the right documentation and paperwork makes the export process simpler, smoother and cheaper. When it comes to […]
There’s more to South Australia than vines and mines. Find out how its frequent dry spells have led to a leading edge technology industry.
Gold is the colour of opportunity, and for exporters there is no better market than Ghana. If you are looking for a low-competition market with the growth potential of Asia, West Africa and its business beacon Ghana is the way forward. Ask the average Australian to locate Ghana on a map of Africa and most […]
Protecting your intellectual property is one thing, but being able to earn royalties through international commercialisation requires some knowledge of licensing. What do you need to know about licensing and how can you get the most from your licensing deal? The global marketplace creates a myriad of opportunities for innovative firms to expand their operations. […]
With everyone thinking green these days, businesses are looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint. Supply chains have the potential for the most green gains and exporters are in a good position to lead. Here are some considerations for a more eco-conscious supply chain. Environmental issues have dominated the media headlines recently, with government […]
Creativity and innovation is the key to export prosperity, as these Australian Export Awards finalists and winners demonstrate. Dynamic Export asks about their export experience to date. Global EARS Limited Think pneumatic drills and you think pounding noise; Global EARS flagship product, the Exhausted Air Recycling System (where the ‘EARS’ came from), takes the volume […]
Third in our series on ‘The True Cost of Exporting’ is the cost of foreign exchange and suggestions on ways in which you can minimise these costs, while earning a little along the way. There are a number of actions you can take to minimise the cost of foreign currency transactions for your business: negotiate […]
Australian software companies are punching above their weight when it comes to exporting the programs used to run a digital world. Here’s how you can join in. Exports from the software industry are as broad as the sea of binary behind the programs being sold. Advances in technology and globalisation go hand-in-hand, making software one […]
Anyone targeting overseas markets knows how important correct translation of their marketing collateral and company profile is. However, using the services of a translator or interpreter can be tricky. There is nothing worse than using a translator for your overseas campaign and getting your message mixed up. We have all seen examples like these before: […]
AC Events have announced the launch of the China Australia Business Congress 2009 to be held on the 19/20 May in Sydney, to highlight opportunities for Australian businesses considering trading, importing, exporting, manufacturing/outsourcing and investing in the greater China region. With China being the largest trading partner to Australia, it is important for SME business […]
It may be a case of money’s too tight to mention when it comes to export finance at the moment but, as Ian Murray explains, now is the best time to talk. Recent research conducted by the Australian Institute of Export clearly highlights the fact that it’s getting harder to financing exports, and exporters reckon […]
Second in our series on ‘The True Cost of Exporting’ is the cost of finance, from working capital to performance bonds and money for growth. Watching interest rates jump and dive in the last 12 months has been an uncomfortable ride for many borrowers, but particularly for exporters who must simultaneously contend with fluctuating exchange […]
Being isolated from the heavily populated eastern states has made WA export ready from the start. With the mining boom taking hold of the state, Western Australia has become hot property for overseas markets. The area of Western Australia is roughly a third of Australia, so it’s fitting that the state also accounts for roughly […]
Exporters who have done well in Australia will often believe that their domestic campaign will work just as well overseas. But international markets are markedly different and exporters need to be aware of certain purchasing triggers and cultural factors before beginning their international assault. “Many SMEs think if they are successful domestically, they will be […]
Thousands of trade shows happen around the world every year; here’s how to find the right one for your business and make it worth your while. Trade shows remain a popular way to reach international markets, offering qualified foot traffic in a three-dimensional space. Businesses can also provide experiences for all five senses and interact […]
Ever since Prime Minister Kevin Rudd signed the Kyoto Protocol and appointed a Minister for Climate Change, the issue of climate change has been a hot topic for business. So, what is climate change and how will it affect exporters? Imagine Australia’s oldest wine growing regions too hot to produce grapes, dwindling agricultural exports and […]
Chile is a relatively new export destination for Australia but an important one with the Chilean market growing and the economy strong. So what does this Latin American country have to offer for Australian exporters? Bordered by the Andes at its east and the Pacific Ocean to the west, Chile is a long, slim country […]
There is a lot of money to be made from promoting and exporting the successes of our Australian sports stars and according to Ian Murray, we’re getting more from our $17 million investment than an Olympic gold medal. I was watching Insiders on the ABC and the issue of how much it cost for Australia […]
