Planning and preparation

Develop an export plan

This guide takes you through the steps you need to consider when developing an export plan.

 

Forecast future product usage

This guide describes both subjective and objective methods of forecasting, and gives you pointers on doing a forecast.

 

Find a freight forwarder

This guide points out the services provided by a freight forwarder, and shows you how to source and select the right one for your business.

 

Develop effective pricing strategies

This guide examines how your pricing decisions should be made with a full understanding of the costs associated with making and marketing your product or service.

 

Source products from overseas

This guide points out the advantages and disadvantages to importing, and shows you how to source suppliers.

Develop a market entry strategy

This guide gives an overview of the issues to consider when entering a new market.

 

Expand your business in an international market

This guide provides information for expanding your business abroad through licensing, joint ventures or setting up offshore operations.

 

Participate in a trade mission

This guide shows how your company could break into a new market or increase its sales in an existing export market by participating in a trade mission.

 

Calculate your freight costs

This guide provides you with a useful checklist of the costs associated with shipping your goods.