17/08/2023
E-Commerce in the Indo-Pacific is the untapped market Canadian businesses should look to next – Here’s how
Discover the value of an export strategy urging Canadian businesses to look EAST – namely, the Indo-Pacific Region.
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10/08/2023
Advancing business goals through supplier diversity programs: A practical guide
A supplier diversity program aims to source supplies from diverse businesses to promote inclusivity, foster economic growth across various communities, and contribute to the company’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) metrics. There are also many advantages to businesses who build these programs.
03/08/2023
Supply chain affected by recent labour disruption? Here are 7 steps to mitigate shipping risks
Labour disruptions have far-reaching implications for U.S. imports and exports, affecting businesses’ supply chains across the continent. Here are 7 ways businesses can plan ahead to mitigate future disruptions.
04/07/2023
8 common global procurement mistakes made by small and medium sized businesses (SMEs)
Procurement specialists at SMEs usually learn the main skills of the job by trial and error, which often leads to unnecessary costs to organizations. Knowing about and avoiding these mistakes will help small enterprises save money and increase profit. Here are eight of the most common global procurement mistakes made by SMEs.
23/05/2023
Top 10 things we learned at the WPO 2023 Entrepreneurial Excellence Forum
FITT was thrilled to support and participate in WPO 2023 Entrepreneurial Excellence Forum which took place last week in Las Vegas. This event gathered women…
18/01/2023
10 global trade trends we’ll be watching in 2023
While there is a lot to be hopeful and excited about in the year ahead, there are also some persistent global challenges that will carry over from 2022. Read on for our 10 2023 global trade trends.
11/01/2023
7 emerging cleantech suppliers that can help you create a more sustainable supply chain
Today there are more options for every company to take action and effectively reduce their supply chain footprint. These innovative, growing companies are industry experts with actionable solutions to share.
20/12/2022
Best of 2022: Top 10 most-read international trade articles from the past year
As every year comes to a close we like to take a moment to look back at the key trade issues people were talking about…
09/11/2022
6 factors that can significantly affect your business costs
Organizations doing business internationally must understand the different factors that can affect their business costs if they want to remain profitable.
26/10/2022
2021’s FITT Education Awards celebrate teamwork, overcoming obstacles, and community spirit
Each year the FITT Education Awards are given to students who have gone above and beyond in their academic studies. These students have exhibited unmatched dedication and drive to pursue a career in international trade. This year we have six bright and ambitious students to recognize with the 2021 FITT Education Awards.