http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ Fitt Forum: Last 35 Posts en Thu, 29 Jul 2010 15:15:33 +0000 http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=50#post-118 Mon, 05 Jul 2010 04:56:28 +0000 jldang 118@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Dear klougas,</p> <p>Thank you for posting. I can still try, right? </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=38#post-117 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 14:43:43 +0000 270453 117@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Thank you for reply, 230313. I'll follow the recommendations and I do appreciate your input.</p> <p>Is seems that only EDC is asking for the designation and I sent them my resume couple of times with no replies. That's a bit of funny for me because I am not a young person without experience looking for my first job. I've been doing Trade finance for more than 10 years for a European bank and have 16 years of banking experience.</p> <p>Goinglobal.com is a good resource for people who are willing to work abroad. I personally don't want because I have my family here and Canada is an exporting country so I think here supposed to be positions for CITPs. Canadian jobs are the same as at another job search resources.<br /> But the problem is that employers in Canada do not know they would benefit of hiring CITPs for their Int'l Trade needs so that's why I consider the designation is a bit of useless right now. </p> <p>I'll keep trying to find anything :) </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=38#post-116 Tue, 22 Jun 2010 20:40:10 +0000 230313 116@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Hey 270453,</p> <p>If all you are doing is using your designation to search on workopolis, you aren't using even a tenth of what the designation can offer. Have you used the Goinglobal.com career portal? It's free as part of your CITP dues just log into the FITT site to get at it. It offers way more international jobs than anything you would find on workopolis and even lists jobs in Canada plus all kinds of job search resources. Searching for a job with just CITP at this time may not turn up results, but it will definitely help when it comes to sending in your resume or interviewing. And keep in mind, the vast majority of jobs are never posted to these sites, you'll find a job by getting out there and networking. Are you also using the FITT member directory to serach where else CITPs work and talking with those people to see what advice they have to offer? CITPs are their own network so tap into it! And at the top of this form the other day there was a joh posting specifically with CITP in it. EDC now asks for CITP preferred in all of its accouont manager jobs too.</p> <p>Bottom line is this, there are good benefits. You just have to take advantage of them and work them. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=58#post-115 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 21:25:28 +0000 kapoust1 115@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Location: Brampton, Ontario</p> <p>Industry: Import/Export</p> <p>Please note: </p> <p>Ability to speak Chinese/Mandarin and/or Cantonese is mandatory for this position.<br /> Only bilingual applicants need apply.</p> <p>The Opportunity: </p> <p>Our client is a global food import/export company seeking an enthusiastic self starter to join their organization as a Logistics/Freight Coordinator within their Asian Trading division. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of post graduate experience with a degree/diploma in International Business or related field.</p> <p>Responsibilities: </p> <p>Plan, organize, coordinate, arrange, and monitor the transportation and movement of goods.<br /> Co-ordinate day to day logistics activities required for the transportation of products, via ground, international, domestic and trans-border.<br /> Research and procure transportation tenders and quotes, report findings Monitor logistic movements, strong follow up required.<br /> Continuously update the team on government regulations/policy changes<br /> Follow up on payment invoices </p> <p>Qualifications: </p> <p>University Degree/College Diploma with relevant courses in International Trade/Business or Economics<br /> Confident, motivated self-starter with 3-5 years directly related experience in Import/Export Freight<br /> Customer Service focused combined with a high attention to detail and analysis skills<br /> Strong organization skills and ability to multi task<br /> Professional phone manner and cross-cultural awareness<br /> Strong negotiation skills – negotiating with carriers for best rates and services<br /> Ability to work in fast paced environment and meet demanding deadlines<br /> Sales aptitude with high level of integrity and positive attitude<br /> Fluent in Mandarin/Chinese and/or Cantonese is required</p> <p>Please email your resume to <a href="mailto:jobs736@matchsticksearch.com.">jobs736@matchsticksearch.com.</a> </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=38#post-114 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 17:38:44 +0000 270453 114@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Hello all,</p> <p>I don't know guys if CITP really helped you, I've found it somewhat useless so far. Even more, - I do believe I made a mistake spending time to get certified. Now I am paying the fees just because I hope the situation hypothetically would become better in 5 or 10 years and when you put CITP or C.I.T.P. as a keyword at workopolis.com or monster.ca you would get a result...<br /> I am thinking of getting CMA designation now. At least it shows 1216 results at workopolis comparing to zero for CITP.</p> <p>Frustration is the word. It seems to me I was too naive when listened for FITT people describing strong advantages of getting the designation. They were just sales persons. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=57#post-113 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 20:28:10 +0000 270268 113@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Based upon my more than 10 years of practical trading experience with gulf countries , I would like to add the followings :</p> <p> 1. All new entrants should consider conducting SWOT Analysis ( strength , weakness , opportunity &#38; threat) before deciding any market entry strategy &#38; brand positioning .</p> <p>2. Dubai is a perfect example of trading hub as it serves GCC countries , Africa &#38; CIS countries and is a origion of re-export to mentioned destinations . Major chunck of export to Dubai is re-exported .</p> <p>3. Operating through local FTZ ( Free Trade zone) , like Dubai FTZ , Sharjah FTZ , Fujirah FTZ etc might be a good option for some companies . The goods stays in your(Sellers) contol &#38; not buyer , get better price realization , no credit to the buyer , deliveries off the shelf &#38; access the whole of re-export market .</p> <p>Any questions feel free to contact me at <a href="http://www.ThinkExport.com" rel="nofollow">www.ThinkExport.com</a> / <a href="mailto:jaas@shaw.ca">jaas@shaw.ca</a> </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=57#post-112 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 14:24:27 +0000 987871 112@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Thanks to everyone who attended the first part of our "Global Business Essentials" Webinar series. </p> <p>During the discussion, a question was raised on the topic of "trade hubs". Our presenter, Alexander Malaket, was kind enough to forward the information below on this particular topic. </p> <p>If anyone has any further questions or input on this, or any Webinar-related topic, we would love to read it!<br /> --------------------------------------------------------------<br /> A quick response to the question that was raised today about what I referred to as "trade hubs" such as Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai and others. Searching on "Export Hubs", one can quickly find information on hubs in China, including Guangdong and the Yangtze River Delta near Shanghai, or the Pearl River Delta (PRD) in Hong Kong, as well as numerous other markets, from the UAE to Australia, the Mercosur region and beyond.</p> <p>I did not locate a single, comprehensive reference text/article on the subject, but there is enough out there - from solid sources - to allow for analysis and a better appreciation for such markets, and for the targeting of goods in those markets. Searches by country, or by region, will yield additional insight.</p> <p>A couple of illustrative examples:</p> <p>The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC): <a href="http://www.hktdc.com/info/mi/a/hkip/en/1X006NJK/1/Hong-Kong-Industry-Profiles/Import-and-Export-Trade.htm" rel="nofollow">http://www.hktdc.com/info/mi/a/hkip/en/1X006NJK/1/Hong-Kong-Industry-Profiles/Import-and-Export-Trade.htm</a></p> <p>Middle East Technology News: <a href="http://www.itp.net/578849-uae-still-the-main-hub-for-re-export-sales" rel="nofollow">http://www.itp.net/578849-uae-still-the-main-hub-for-re-export-sales</a></p> <p>Cisco on Technology Re-Exports and US Controls: <a href="http://www.cisco.com/web/about/doing_business/legal/global_export_trade/docs/Export_Re-Export_Guidance.pdf" rel="nofollow">http://www.cisco.com/web/about/doing_business/legal/global_export_trade/docs/Export_Re-Export_Guidance.pdf</a></p> <p>US Department of Commerce on Re-Export Controls: <a href="http://www.bis.doc.gov/licensing/bis_reexport_controls.pdf" rel="nofollow">http://www.bis.doc.gov/licensing/bis_reexport_controls.pdf</a></p> <p>As a general suggestion, if someone is interested in a particular region or market as a local hub, I would advise checking with DFAIT and/or with that country's diplomatic and commercial representatives, given that efforts to position as a local/regional trade hub or access point are often advanced through public sector initiatives and explicit policy/trade strategy. That is certainly the case in Hong Kong, Singapore and Dubai. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=53#post-109 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 05:12:54 +0000 301797 109@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Dear Mr. /Ms.</p> <p>I would like to introduce myself as Leo Emmanuel, as an about to graduate International Business Management at George Brown College and a student member of FITT with a focus in Logistics, Supply-Chain Management and Freight Forwarding, I am eager to put into practice my education and training. I am seeking a sales manager position that is both challenging and enlightening. With three years of experience in the Banking &#38; Financial Services Industry and in depth knowledge of International trade, I am confident we could determine upon a mutually beneficial agreement.</p> <p>In my role as an Assistant Manager with HDFC BANK LTD (2nd largest private bank in India), I supervised a team of 12 members and dealt with Corporate, Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) and Individual customers. I have been recognized for my outstanding efforts and performance in providing quality service in this role, and comprehend what is required in order to successfully help customers understand and access their benefits. As a result, I feel I will be well prepared to provide excellent services to your organization.</p> <p>My work as an Operations &#38; Finance executive at SNFL (Micro Finance Institution) has allowed me to gain broad computer knowledge. In addition I implemented new formats and reports (to 105 branches throughout India), traveled and explored many geographical locations required to provide operations support in Head-office. Furthermore my experience as a field hockey captain at the University level and then later as a player in the national team, has instilled in me a great level of enthusiasm, patience and team-work skills that I infuse into my career.</p> <p>I am particularly excited about the opportunity to begin my career with your esteemed Organization. </p> <p>Thank you for your consideration, and I look forward to an interview with you. I can be contacted at 001 - 647-338-8604 or at <a href="mailto:leoemmanuel@gmail.com.">leoemmanuel@gmail.com.</a></p> <p>Sincerely<br /> Leo Emmanuel M J<br /> 647-338-8604 </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=53#post-107 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 18:01:57 +0000 Marc 107@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Welco Lumber Corp. is looking for a dynamic individual that can join our Floor Coverings department for the role of Administrative assistant. Welco Lumber Corp. is a multi levelled lumber wholesale and distribution company based in Vancouver; our flooring program represents the exclusive distribution of two high end flooring lines into Western North America, the program is exciting and growing in all markets. This candidate would report directly to the Flooring Manager. Key roles:Sale and service - work directly with customers, suppliers and our 9 sales agents Order entry, Customer returns, Price list creation/maintenance; Purchase orders from suppliers; Shipping – all inbound and outbound, maintaining monthly newsletters, Reporting for monthly budgets, inventory consolidation, sales commissions, Marketing, advertising and design The candidate would oversee all areas of the flooring program including inventory, inventory controls, would help design and implement systems for running the flooring program, and work with both customer and our sales reps on a daily basis. This person must be very organised, creative, detail oriented, have good computer skills, be enthusiastic and have a positive attitude. This is an established flooring program in a growth phase; we are looking for a candidate that wants to grow with our program. Salary – about $3100/mth plus benefits with growth based on abilities and contribution. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=52#post-106 Mon, 05 Apr 2010 11:31:03 +0000 benjamin15f 106@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Start making Your Dollars Here! Good site for you to sell/buy items and more</p> <p>I would like to share with you guys a new b2b/ b2c/ c2c site: <a href="http://www.topbuysell.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.topbuysell.com</a> which I came across a few days ago. You can publish your buy/sell items and advertise your products for free. Just have a try if you think it good. And people will find you. Happy earning money! </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=50#post-105 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 12:51:50 +0000 klougas 105@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>A member posted a response on our LinkedIn page:</p> <p>LinkedIn Groups<br /> Group: CITP - Certified International Trade Professional<br /> Subject: New comment (2) on "jldang on "Logistics Manager - International Applicant""<br /> The hiring company most likely would need to obtain approval from HRSDC prior to hiring an international applicant. This might be a long and sometimes complicated process. Not many companies are willing to go through it, but in some cases, if the applicant is considered an asset to the company they would. </p> <p>Posted by Ximena Davila </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=51#post-104 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 18:46:07 +0000 klougas 104@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Bad publicity for Apple - An opportunity to appreciate the challenges of managing a large supply chain? Or, evidence of corrupt corporate ethics?</p> <p>"Apple admits using child labour"<br /> <a href="http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/7330986/Apple-admits-using-child-labour.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/7330986/Apple-admits-using-child-labour.html</a></p> <p>I was working before I was 15. The issue for me is the repeated identification of poor working conditions. One of the big challenges for any global corporation is holding all points of their supply chain accountable. Personally, I hope that bad publicity like this forces Apple to tighten-up on their 3rd party manufactures/partners.</p> <p>What are your thoughts? </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=50#post-103 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:45:46 +0000 jldang 103@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>How is an international applicant for a logistics management position accepted in Canada? </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=38#post-102 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:07:50 +0000 klougas 102@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Hi jlgang, </p> <p>You can subscribe to the forum through RSS to be notified whenever there is a new post. We too would like to see the forums buzzing with activity. The FITT community has a lot to offer one another.</p> <p>-Kristine </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=38#post-101 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 06:42:53 +0000 302307 101@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>I'm really glad to hear what everyone has to say. Maybe we can break the ice in this forum: <a href="http://www.importexportbook.com/forum/introductions/" rel="nofollow">http://www.importexportbook.com/forum/introductions/</a></p> <p>Trade your Own Path with Success,</p> <p>Michael &#38; the ImportExportBook.com Team<br /> IMEX Lawyer<br /> 'Start Small &#38; Trade Big in Life'</p> <p>International Business Social Handbook (UNLIMITED Edition) - <a href="http://www.ImportExportBook.com" rel="nofollow">www.ImportExportBook.com</a> </p> <p>'A Dollar A Day' International Business Listing - <a href="http://www.ImportExportBusiness.org" rel="nofollow">www.ImportExportBusiness.org</a> </p> <p>Import-Export Business 101 Tips - <a href="http://www.importexportbook.com/free-reports/" rel="nofollow">http://www.importexportbook.com/free-reports/</a> </p> <p>Email: importexportman [at] gmail [dot] com<br /> Skype: imexbook<br /> Twitter: @imexbook </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=38#post-100 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:24:03 +0000 jldang 100@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Is there any way we can promote this forum? I mean, to use it in an informative way. For example, trade terms which I saw in one thread... How about updates and current information regarding logistics and trades (globally)? This will truly be a boost in everybody's daily tasks... </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=39#post-99 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:11:29 +0000 jldang 99@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>APICS has certifications like CSCP, CPIM, etc. They also have bookstore and magazine (both printed and digital) which is free for members. APICS is internationally recognized and hope that we can all make FITT the same or more than what APICS can do now. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=49#post-98 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 14:32:47 +0000 klougas 98@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Quick responses!</p> <p>Some of the main terms can also be found in the FITT Glossary in our resources section: <a href="https://www.fitt.ca/FITTglossary.htm" rel="nofollow">https://www.fitt.ca/FITTglossary.htm</a> </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=46#post-97 Sat, 20 Feb 2010 23:01:42 +0000 302307 97@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Hi Waqas,</p> <p>Good effort. Curious to know how did you compile your current list?</p> <p>Trade your Own Path with Success,</p> <p>Michael Henry &#38; the Import Export Team<br /> IMEX Lawyer<br /> 'Start Small &#38; Trade Big in Life'</p> <p>Import-Export Trade Education - UNLIMITED Edition - <a href="http://www.ImportExportBook.com" rel="nofollow">www.ImportExportBook.com</a></p> <p>'A Dollar A Day' International Business Listing - <a href="http://www.ImportExportBusiness.org" rel="nofollow">www.ImportExportBusiness.org</a> </p> <p>Import-Export Business 101 Tips - <a href="http://www.importexportbook.com/free-reports/" rel="nofollow">http://www.importexportbook.com/free-reports/</a></p> <p>Email: importexportman [at] gmail [dot] com<br /> Skype: imexbook<br /> Twitter: @imexbook </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=49#post-96 Sat, 20 Feb 2010 22:52:40 +0000 302307 96@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Thanks.</p> <p>I've added it to my list: <a href="http://www.importexportbook.com/international-trade-glossary/" rel="nofollow">http://www.importexportbook.com/international-trade-glossary/</a></p> <p>Trade your Own Path with Success,</p> <p>Michael Henry &#38; the Import Export Team<br /> IMEX Lawyer<br /> 'Start Small &#38; Trade Big in Life'</p> <p>Import-Export Trade Education - UNLIMITED Edition - <a href="http://www.ImportExportBook.com" rel="nofollow">www.ImportExportBook.com</a></p> <p>'A Dollar A Day' International Business Listing - <a href="http://www.ImportExportBusiness.org" rel="nofollow">www.ImportExportBusiness.org</a> </p> <p>Import-Export Business 101 Tips - <a href="http://www.importexportbook.com/free-reports/" rel="nofollow">http://www.importexportbook.com/free-reports/</a></p> <p>Email: importexportman [at] gmail [dot] com<br /> Skype: imexbook<br /> Twitter: @imexbook </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=49#post-95 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:30:54 +0000 302194 95@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>TT stands for Telegraphic Transfer or Telex Transfer. It's an electronic means of transferring funds overseas. A transfer charge is collected while sending money. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=49#post-94 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:46:04 +0000 ibrahimdaninna 94@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>WHATs TT PARTICULARITY IN INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE;....? THANKS ALOT TO ANSWER ME </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=46#post-91 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:06:27 +0000 waqasahmed 91@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Hi,</p> <p>We are providing Business Directories with full contact details, it can be utilized in exploring new markets, and making new global partners. In the first phase we are working on foodstuff Trade Directories, alongside we are working on other related materials, that can be a value added service, like Tutorial Books, Articles, Statistics and much more. Your feedback is our reward and we would be happy to emphasize a specific section of our website as per our viewer's choice. </p> <p>Trade Directories Food &#38; Beverage<br /> We have uploaded Canada, Oman, Singapore &#38; USA Foodstuff Directories, soon we will upload more directories.<br /> <a href="http://www.b4businesshelp.net/category/food-trade-directories/" rel="nofollow">http://www.b4businesshelp.net/category/food-trade-directories/</a></p> <p>Trade Fairs &#38; Exhibitions<br /> <a href="http://www.b4businesshelp.net/category/trade-fairs-exhibitions-food/" rel="nofollow">http://www.b4businesshelp.net/category/trade-fairs-exhibitions-food/</a></p> <p>Trade Associations Directory<br /> <a href="http://www.b4businesshelp.net/category/trade-association-directory/" rel="nofollow">http://www.b4businesshelp.net/category/trade-association-directory/</a></p> <p>Shipping &#38; Logistics Directory<br /> <a href="http://www.b4businesshelp.net/category/shipping-logistics/" rel="nofollow">http://www.b4businesshelp.net/category/shipping-logistics/</a></p> <p>Online E Books in PDF Format<br /> <a href="http://www.b4businesshelp.net/category/online-books/" rel="nofollow">http://www.b4businesshelp.net/category/online-books/</a></p> <p>Please visit and browse thru our website and let us have your feedback, enabling us to update our website according to your needs. </p> <p>Regards</p> <p>Waqas Ahmed<br /> <a href="http://www.b4businesshelp.net" rel="nofollow">www.b4businesshelp.net</a> </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=45#post-90 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 18:45:09 +0000 klougas 90@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Welcome to 2010! As we enter a new decade, now is the time to reflect on the best practices that successful businesses have championed in the last few years. Whether you’re just starting out or are already established, 2010 brings the opportunity to redefine professional and personal goals. Take this opportunity to assess the challenges and successes of the last ten years and define a direction that will help you reach your goals.</p> <p>Make this the year that you commit time to professional development. Many FITT memberships offer access to a range of professional development opportunities—including the Harvard ManageMentor 10 series, discounts on our National Conference, and opportunities to attend industry seminars and events across the country at a discount. Don’t miss out!</p> <p>Make this the year to connect with your professional community. FITT and our partners offer a network of industry leaders that span the globe. Covering every sector and discipline, there are connections within the FITT community that can shape your career. Take advantage of our online networks including Facebook, the FITT Discussion Forum, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Flickr; and make an effort to attend one of our many up-coming regional events. Meet professionals in your network and develop new opportunities and knowledge that will help make the next decade a success.</p> <p>What has been your biggest challenge in the last decade? Biggest success? Have you achieved your professional and personal goals? Take a moment and share your experiences, thoughts, and arguments. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=44#post-89 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:06:10 +0000 klougas 89@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Back to the Basics: The Path to International Trade Success<br /> Market Research and Marketing</p> <p>This month we’re exploring a topic that is critical for success when working in international markets—market research and marketing, although often undervalued, these two ares of practice are “the lifeblood of global competitiveness.”</p> <p>"Today’s ultra-competitive global business environment demands that the significance of marketing within the organization be heightened… High-quality and -value products and services may now come from anywhere. The marketing approach is one of the most important means of transcending these sales challenges and of taking maximum advantage of the opportunities presented by the current global economy."1</p> <p>Marketing connects your customers and clients with your products and/or services. As such, understanding and staying current on marketing and market research best practices is essential. One of the benefits of your membership with FITT is having access to a variety of business templates including international marketing resources, covering topics such as:</p> <p> * How to obtain brand loyalty<br /> * International market research topics<br /> * Sources of market intelligence<br /> * Marketing plan outline<br /> * What the customer cares about and what to highlight</p> <p>Be sure to take advantage of these resources. Even if you don’t work directly in marketing, chances are there are components of your work that are affected by marketing efforts. Understanding the larger picture helps to create a consistent direction/focus within an organization, as all departments are better able to compliment the marketing-based expectations of customers.</p> <p>How do you see marketing at work in relation to your role within your organization? Has there been a shift in focus or direction from marketing departments in the last year? In the last five years? Take a moment and share your experiences, thoughts, and arguments here. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=42#post-87 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 07:48:25 +0000 izzys 87@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>I'm thinking of open an online clothing shop on ebay, you know, to sell and express the products from my supplier to my customer, no need to get my own inventory. The first thing is to find a reliable supplier, and I find micsourcing.com is pretty awesome. all wholesale prices for those clothing, so great! </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=41#post-86 Fri, 25 Dec 2009 07:27:07 +0000 merryjingjing 86@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Hello :<br /> I am Katherine from China .I wanna to make more friends from this fourm .I am in antique furniture export business ,Anyone who is interest can also contact me .I will be glad to know you all from overseas .Best wishes ! msn:merryjingjing@live.cn </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=40#post-85 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 22:18:56 +0000 941445 85@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>I have recently become aware of the valuable services provided by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). They organize a number of trade missions throughout the year and offer a number of services ranging from listing on their trade portal to matchmaking services. Visit their site at <a href="http://www.hktdc.com" rel="nofollow">www.hktdc.com</a> or reply to this forum with your specific interest so that we can keep the discussion going. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=38#post-84 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 22:12:33 +0000 941445 84@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>I have been a CITP for the past 2 years. I use the designation on my business card, all of my promotional material, website and especially on my CV, which is really handy when I bid on international projects. I have found that it can make a difference when the "required expertise" is for credentials which I do not have - MBA for example. I was recently added to the roster of a foreign management consulting firm. I would not have had the confidence to submit my CV had it not been for the CITP next to my name, especially when their designations included PhD, MBA, MSc, etc... As the CITP designation is not as widely know, good idea to add a little descriptive paragraph and link to the right page on the FITT website. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=39#post-83 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:04:43 +0000 230313 83@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>I was not familiar with APICS until you posted it here. They seem to have a lot of similarities to FITT, but I do see they have chapters in the U.S., Mexico and Canada. What do they do as far as training and certification? </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=38#post-82 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:00:48 +0000 230313 82@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Hey jldang,</p> <p>Thanks for posting here, I too have been hoping that FITT members would use this discussion forum more often for sharing insights and personal experiences. There is a great community of CITPs and FITT members out there and we can all help each other. We just need to talk to each other more, and this discussion forum is a great place to do that for sure. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=38#post-81 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 10:48:41 +0000 jldang 81@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>I am a new FITT member and have been looking forward to be CITP designated. Although I have more than 11 years logistics management experience, I prefer to go through the ACADEMIC path knowing there is much to learn. Taking my first course after the Chinese New Year will be very beneficial to me. And, this is one of the reasons I decided to join FITT. Forums are helpful. I've been browsing the forum and have not seen any sharing of experiences or advice to daily works/problems/issues encountered at work. Information and sharing... are some of the best assets of organizations. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=39#post-80 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 10:43:20 +0000 jldang 80@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>How is APICS better than FITT? What do they have in common? How can we make FITT globally recognized? </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=38#post-79 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 16:57:45 +0000 230313 79@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Hello there,</p> <p>I'm looking for feedback on the above question and welcome any comments from all FITT members and CITPs. I know my own experience has been positive with FITT and the CITP designation but want to hear from others as to how they have leveraged their memebrship or association with FITT to help them personally or to help their company.</p> <p>Looking for some honest and direct feedback so thanks in advance. </p> http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/topic.php?id=31#post-78 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:08:53 +0000 941445 78@http://php.orbiscommunications.com/fitt/ <p>Glad to see that the topic of "Trade in Services" is in the Members Forum. I have been exporting my services for most of my international career. In fact, I meet so many people who are also exporters of services, but don't realize it. You can actually export without leaving your home country. If someone from a foreign country pays you for services in your own home country, you are technically exporting. For anyone who is interested, below is a list of the most commonly exported services. For the full list, go to: <a href="http://www.wto.org/english/tratop_e/serv_e/serv_e.htm" rel="nofollow">http://www.wto.org/english/tratop_e/serv_e/serv_e.htm</a><br /> Accountancy<br /> Advertising<br /> Architecture and Planning<br /> Audio-visual<br /> Business Process Outsourcing<br /> Construction and related<br /> Design services<br /> Education and Training<br /> Engineering<br /> Environmental services<br /> Event Management<br /> Finance and Investment<br /> Health-related<br /> Information Technology services<br /> Legal Services<br /> Marketing and Communications<br /> Management Consulting<br /> Packaging services<br /> Publishing services<br /> Translation<br /> Transportation and Logistics<br /> Travel-related …and many more</p> <p>I would be interested in hearing from others who are exporting their services. Always looking for examples and success stories to incorporate into our "services exporting" workshops. </p>