Taming The "Dragon"
For Australian entrepreneurs looking to take their businesses to Asia, expectations are running high. By understanding and having an awareness of a variety of differences you can make the most of the opportunities available.
Expanding Internationally: 8 Points To Consider Before Going Global
Expanding internationally can be an attractive and lucrative business proposition. When carefully and strategically planned and executed, an international business unit will add to the value of your business overall.
Success In India Requires Long-Term Thinking
India's rapid growth and large middle class is creating opportunities for Australian exporters. But you need to regard the Indian market as being a marathon, not a sprint.
Foreign Affairs
When choosing a distributor in an export market, prepare for a close relationship.
Export - A Beginners Guide
With only 20 million potential customers, Australia is a limited market. Many companies look to the international marketplace for growth opportunities after they have established themselves in the domestic market.
The World At Your Feet
Developing an international expansion strategy against the backdrop of your domestic franchise operation can be a challenge. This article provides insight into how to measure your readiness for expansion into overseas markets.
Homo Economicus, Hear Me Roar
The message for foreign businesses in China is clear: raise wages and improve conditions for rural workers flocking to the big cities, or those workers will go to another factory that will.
Overcoming Trade Difficulties In China
Australian companies have experienced mixed results dealing with China, as they come to terms with the language, cultural, business and political hurdles that exist. This article explains why, and how to improve your own chances of a successful trading relationship with this country.
China: To Market To Market
The key to cracking China lies in understanding the demographic, geographic and economic peculiarities across its provinces and prefectures.
Taking The Risk Out Of Exporting
To minimise the risks associated with exporting - or any form of business activity - you first need to identify them.
Doing Business In China
There are various issues to be considered when looking at doing business
or investing in China.
Does A Growing Worker Shortage Threaten China's Low-cost Advantage?
A 2005 survey conducted in Guangdong province shows that although a third of the manufacturers there have tried to solve the country's labor shortage by raising wages and benefits, overall demand still exceeds supply by more than one million positions.
Summary Of New Laws And Regulations In China
This article puts the spotlight on some important recent developments in Chinese law.
Major Amendments To China Securities Law: Providing A Safer Market
The Securities Law of China was amended on 27 October 2005 and took effect on 1 January 2006. This is the first major amendment since the Securities Law was enacted in 1998.
Extensive Revisions To China's Company Law
A revised version of the People's Republic of China (PRC) Company Law (the "Revised Law") was adopted in late October 2005, and took effect from 1 January 2006, replacing the existing PRC Company Law (the "Old Law").
Is Your Trade Mark Protected In China?
If the ability to manufacture in China is key to your business or China is or is likely to become an important market for your products, it is critical that you register your trade marks as soon as possible. Failing to do so could block you from entering this emerging market force.
Think Outside Australia
Simple sales and marketing strategies are the keys to developing and maintaining an export market. With the world markets in perpetual change and expansion mode, opportunities for quality Australian made products are enormous, yet we remain amongst the worst in the world for exporting.
The Impact Of Cultural Difference When Entering The Chinese Market
The Chinese market has been a highly preferred market for many organisations worldwide in the past twenty years. However, it is not an easy market to penetrate.
Marketing China - And Getting It Right
China has become a synonym for future business growth. It is the business nirvana of the 21st century. It is the place to be. Companies are scrambling to get a share of the action. Not a day passes without some company making an announcement of an investment in their future which involves China.
Brands In China
Consumer marketing in China takes place in a unique and complex environment.
China - The Return Of The Middle Kingdom
China, the world's fastest growing economy, is currently one of the most talked about markets worldwide.
Public Speaking Training Tips For Better Business Presentations To Culturally Diverse Audiences
Audiences around the world are all different. Cultural, social and religious differences impact on how people learn, take in information and interact with presenters.
Extending Franchised Operations Into Other Countries
Successful transplants of franchised businesses take time, money and an overwhelming entrepreneurial missionary zeal. A total belief in your product, your system and yourself is essential, as is the almost suicidal dedication to invest time and effort in foreign countries.
Exporting - A How-To-Guide For SMEs
If you are preparing to export, follow these tips to avoid mistakes that could cost you growth opportunities and success.
Trade With China - The Future Looks Bright
This comprehensive article provides a background to the People's Republic of China; an overview of the economic, exporting and business environment; a risk assessment of the business opportunities; cultural and etiquette differences and useful travel tips. For Australian businesses looking for growth potential, opportunities for finding a trading partner in China are currently promising.
How To Develop An Exporting Plan
Before you rush into an export market, spend some time searching for one that represents the best opportunity for your company. You want a market that represents the least risk and the greatest long-term reward. This article outlines criteria to use when determining an export plan.
Opportunity And Peril: Global Trade For The Family Business
The world is wide with opportunity for family businesses. But at the same time, endeavours into the global market can be perilous, particularly as company management defines its global business strategy and assesses the role of family members in executing this strategy. Several fundamental guidelines can be followed to mitigate the risks inherent in international trade and global business ventures in general.
Negotiating In Other Countries
...plus tips for effective cross-cultural negotiation