Export

Are you ready to go global?

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STEP 1Am I ready to export? STEP 2Identifying my target market STEP 3Creating my market entry plan STEP 4Financing my exports STEP 5Managing online sales and exports

In today's global marketplace, exporting and other international trade opportunities are important success factors for a growing number of companies. But entrepreneurs are often intimidated by the prospect of doing international business. After all, exporting brings a whole new set of challenges.

What challenges are you facing?

Ensuring that you carefully go through each step is the best way for your business to succeed on its journey to international expansion.

Am I ready to export?

There are plenty of opportunities for your business to grow beyond the borders of Canada; the rewards can be great, but exporting is not without risks.

Identifying my target market

Identifying and selecting the right market may be the most important decision you’ll have to make as part of your export strategy.

Creating my market entry plan

By this stage, you have arrived at your final decision. Now it’s time to develop your plan of attack—your market entry strategy.

Financing my exports

Lenders prefer sound facts and pictures, so back up your information with a strong financial plan, particularly in areas such as export financing.

Managing online sales and exports

High-speed connectivity, user-friendly software and easy transportation have reduced the barriers to finding and selling to foreign customers via the Internet.