Michigan State University Extension
Extenstion International Trade Res. - 02189601
03/31/96
USA's I-TRADE(SM) services provide a comprehensive solution to the needs of companies engaged in international trade as well as trade service providers. To address these information and support requirements, I-TRADE resources are organized into component services, as described below. Services which are free or where a limited service is available at no cost.
I-TRADE(SM) Exhibition Directories of trade service providers and companies involved in import/export activities and multi-media Company Catalogues and Company Listings developed for Trade Point USA clients.
I-TRADE(SM) Information and Services Trade information from public and private sources as well as referrals to qualified trade service providers.
I-TRADE(SM) Opportunities - Trade leads and government procurement opportunities from around the world, all fully searchable.
Briefings - Timely trade and business briefings from around the world
NAFTA Resource Center Information on NAFTA and the resulting business opportunities.
I-TRADE(SM) Forum - A series of topical forums moderated by trade specialists, where users can get responses to specific questions concerning their trade activities. I-TRADE(SM) Calendar searchable database of upcoming trade seminars, exhibitions and other events which is updated on a regular basis by Trade Points and I-TRADE(SM) users.
I-TRADE(SM) Export Guide- An on-line primer which covers the key elements of the international trade process and provides guidelines for the development of an export strategy - with links to relevant I-TRADE(SM) and WWW resources.
I-TRADE(SM) Research - Trade Point USA can research specific issues or develop an in-depth market analysis tailored to a client's specific requirements.
I-TRADE(SM) Consulting - Trade Point USA specialists can assist in developing and implementing a trade and electronic commerce strategy.
Trade Point USA's Information Partners Trade Point USA and its information and service partners bring a wealth of trade resources to I-TRADE(SM) users.
Economist Intelligence Unit providing its Trade Wire information service, which includes detailed country analyses, assessments of economic and trade prospects, country risk evaluations, summaries of relevant trade regulations and periodic trade briefings covering 25 major US trading partners.
Dun & Bradstreet, providing country-specific "how to" information on marketing, trade regulations, transportation and documentation requirements, drawn from their Exporters' Encyclopedia publication, which has long been a key resource for trade professionals. Data is available for more than 180 countries--users also get free access to country profiles, key contacts information and D & B export marketing guides.
Price Waterhouse, providing their acclaimed series of Doing Business Guides, which are country-specific reference publications covering over 70 countries. Each country guide includes an evaluation of the trade and investment climate; key considerations in doing business (e.g. exchange controls, establishment of local presence, etc); accounting and auditing requirements; and a detailed analysis of tax regime.
STAT-USA, an agency of the US Department of Commerce, providing the National Trade Data Bank, which is an extensive compendium of trade information from numerous US Government sources.
The Journal of Commerce providing an extensive directory of US-based trade service providers (e.g. transport, customs broking) as well as detailed profiles of US exporters and importers.
Datamatix, providing trade leads from other UN Trade Points and foreign trade organizations as well as US federal and state government procurement opportunities. Graydon America, providing detailed credit assessments and operational information on overseas companies around the world, with steep discounts available to I-TRADE(SM) subscribers.
Getting Through Customs, providing detailed information on business practices, cognitive styles as well as business and social etiquette for over 60 countries.
Bankers' Association for Foreign Trade, providing Access to Export Capital, an on-line referral service for firms seeking trade-related financial services.
American Counter trade Association, providing information on Counter trade techniques as well as a free on-line referral service for firms seeking qualified Counter trade specialists.
Harris Infosource International, providing the Harris Manufacturers Database, which profiles the key contact information, product lines and import/export activity for over 35,000 industrial companies. In addition, Trade Point USA provides links to other trade-related resources on the Web, including other Trade Points, US Government and UN servers.