INTERNATIONAL TRADE & EXPORT DEVELOPMENT

Pan Atlantic SMS Group has provided a suite of pragmatic, results-focused International Trade and Export development services to clients in the U.S., Canada and Europe since we were founded in 1985.

Clients and Sectors of Expertise

Our clients include a large number of European, Canadian and U.S. based exporters and also Trade Development Agencies.

We have provided trade development services to Trade Boards and Economic Development Agencies in:

• The United States
  (U.S. Department of Commerce and State Economic Development Agencies)
• Ireland
• The U.K.
• Canada
• Austria
• Germany
• Thailand
• European Union

We have strong export development experience in the following sectors:

• Information Technology
• Electronics and Telecommunications
• Life Sciences (Biotech, Medical, etc.)
• Precision Manufacturing
• Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals
• Rubber & Plastics
• Food Processing
• Globally Traded Services

Our approach to trade and export development begins with secondary market research to understand the strategic differences in sales, marketing and distribution methods that our client must consider. We research the overarching industry trends that are expected to influence the development of an effective international trade strategy.

This market overview is complemented by primary strategic market research with prospective customers, distribution channels, competitors, industry experts, relevant government regulatory authorities, etc. The stronger the initial research, the more effectively our client can adapt to the new environment and anticipate market change and opportunity.

Finally, utilizing the results of in-depth research, we develop export market development plans and strategies and assist our clients in the location and development of business and distribution partners.

Services

• Strategic Market Research (Primary and Secondary)
• Competitive Analysis
• Product Marketing Localization
• Market Entry Strategies
• Packaging and Pricing Analysis
• Promotional Methods and Options
• Distribution Analysis & Development
• Identification of Distribution Channels
• Strategic Alliances
• Technology Transfer Development
• Licensing Opportunities
• Economic, Social and Political Data
• Government Regulatory Issues and Standards
• Due Diligence
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Export Marketing Plan Development

Export Development Case Study