Follow our three-phased journey to exporting.
From business planning and negotiating sales contracts, to export financing options and shipping documents, these progressive steps ensure you have the knowledge and skillsets to be a successful exporter.
- Learn why exporting is a good business decision.
- Watch our video overviewing the export process.
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Phase One: Prepare
First prepare your business to export and learn about local assistance and available financing.
Growing your sales in international markets requires your company to first determine its commitment, create a business plan, and tap into local exporting assistance and business development loans and guarantees.
Phase Two: Begin
Before your first export sale, research markets, learn how to negotiate, prepare your product, and comply with regulations.
Use our market research reports and tools to find promising markets, while honing your skills at negotiating profitable transactions. At this stage, you also need to ensure your product can meet foreign product standards and complies with U.S. regulations.
Phase Three: Execute
After completing these steps, you are ready for your first export sale and to work with the U.S. Commercial Service.
Success depends on finding a trusted business partner to ensure that you get paid and are avoiding financial risks. Be ready to comply with foreign regulations and settle on shipping terms. You can also benefit from the customized solutions of the U.S. Commercial Service.