On: June 10, 2007 By: Prema Nakra
China's Consumer Market: Opportunities and Challenges
Discussing the miracle of China’s economic growth and what multinational corporations have done to succeed—and fail—in the Chinese marketplace
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On: October 15, 2006 By: Prema Nakra
International Marketers Dilemma: To License or Not to License!
In this article, I will discuss how to use licensing as a mode of entry into an international market from marketer’s perspective.
On: September 10, 2006 By: Mary K. McCormick
The Advantages of Arbitration Clauses in International Contracts
There are many reasons for settling import-export contract disputes through arbitration rather than going to court.
On: August 27, 2006 By: Prema Nakra
Beware of Non-Tariff Barriers in Global Markets
Non-tariff barriers’ importance in global markets has increased, but the barriers negatively affect market access, profitability and market position.
On: June 4, 2006 By: Chris Lidberg
Dealing with Discrepancies under Letters of Credit
It is not uncommon to receive a call from your bank telling you they checked documents against your letter of credit and that discrepancies have been cited. Here's how you may want to respond.
On: May 7, 2006 By: Stan Klatka
Cross-Cultural Communications: Paralanguage and Body Language
If your words relay only part of your message, your body language and the other sounds you make convey the rest of your message.
On: January 22, 2006 By: Chris Lidberg
When Is an Amendment Not an Amendment?
Once a letter of credit (LC) is issued and the beneficiary has had a chance to review the document, the need for an amendment may become apparent.
On: December 26, 2005 By: Prema Nakra
Countertrade and International Marketing: Take a Proactive Approach!
Countertrade is being increasingly viewed by firms and nations as an excellent mechanism to gain entry into new markets. Here are some advantages and disadvantages of the practice.
On: October 30, 2005 By: John Goodrich
Importing Basics: Intellectual Property Rights
Intellectual Property Right owners can record their trademarks and copyrights with Customs, which will then screen import shipments for infringements.
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