Each month, Insider turns the spotlight on a different international market and a leading exporter from the Yorkshire and Humber region. This month the spotlight falls on Eastern Europe – a region known for its burgeoning spending power.
Our in-depth analysis of will look at how companies can make the most of dealing with suppliers and customers in countries such as Poland and the former Yugoslavian and Soviet states. Our report will highlight the key regions, trends and opportunities.
We will also look at the biggest barriers to opening up new ventures in Eastern Europe – such as language and local business customs. Get any part of the supply chain wrong and the consequences can be horrific. What are the pitfalls companies need to be aware of? We talk to the experts to find out.
Exporter of the Month: As the economy makes tentative steps towards recovery, many companies will be looking to achieve growth by developing their export business. Each month we will turn the spotlight on a business from Yorkshire and the Humber that has achieved success in international trade, asking how they did it, what they learned and how they plan to develop their export trade.
Editorial deadline: 21st October 2011
Editorial contact: Andrea Wren
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