Top 10 questions to ask an international supplier

Finding suppliers can be overwhelming. Here are the top 10 questions you should ask any potential international supplier.

GUIDE TO: Trade agreements and certificates of origin

Whether you import or export, knowing about and making use of trade agreements gives you the competitive edge. Learn more in this guide.

Ensuring a profit before you import

Let’s take a look at how you would determine whether there is any potential profit in selling your product.

Finding the right supplier for your import business

Many business owners struggle to find the right import supplier. Here are the key factors to consider before paying a deposit.

HOW TO: Source and Sell Products Globally

Here’s a list of the top international web trading platforms as well as various methods of international sourcing and selling that you can use to take your business global.

First things first: choosing the right product

If you would like to be a top importer and stand out head and shoulders above competitors, your first priority is choosing a good import product.

Import Basics: Arranging the logistics

Having found a product to import and negotiated a cost with the supplier, it is time to get the product delivered to you. Here are a few points to keep in mind that will help avoid any surprises along the way!

Import readiness checklist

Worried you may be underprepared for you first import? Don’t be. We’ve created this import readiness checklist to cover the basics.

GUIDE TO: Incoterms

Applying Incoterms rules to sale and purchase contracts makes global trade easier and helps partners in different countries understand one another.