http://www.xing.com/net/esportazione/ Latest articles in XING group "Italian Chamber for Foreign Trade" en-en Copyright XING AG 16 Nov 2009 09:30:11 GMT 16 Nov 2009 09:30:11 GMT en-support@xing.com en-support@xing.com epublica http://www.xing.com/img/xing/xing_logo_small.gif http://www.xing.com/net/esportazione/ 90 45 http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25975095&articleid=25975095#25975095 A well-organized trade show in Asia offers a convenient, cost-effective channel to meet face-to-face with many suppliers in a few days. However, between travel expenses and opportunity costs, these sourcing event trips represent a significant commitment of resources. You're all set! You've got your bags packed, your tickets and hotel booked, a translator arranged, the right team assembled and you know where you're going and who you'll be meeting with. So what do you do when you get there? What ... Lucchi Marco <en-support@xing.com> http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25975095&articleid=25975095#25975095 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:28:34 GMT http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25974312&articleid=25974312#25974312 From Interview read in Internet with the Mng of Passagemaker(that I know directly) I think is short and interesting. 1)What does supplier auditing normally include? Bellamy: There are fundamentally two types of audits: Factory Audits which assess the system used by the factory to control quality and run their business. Social Audits to assess supplier compliance with safety and environmental standards. 2) How does supplier auditing help companies to reduce risks in supply chain? Bellamy: When ... Lucchi Marco <en-support@xing.com> http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25974312&articleid=25974312#25974312 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:05:21 GMT http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25970686&articleid=25970686#25970686 There are many articles written on China in various aspects; but few on how to manage the Chinese workers. Many foreign companies have implemented their home corporate human resource policies and guidelines in China but do not get the same results as in the home country. Most foreign companies pay more on wages than most local private and state owned enterprises. As such they are able to attract better caliber and competent workers. The workers also enjoy better employee benefits, welfare and ... Lucchi Marco <en-support@xing.com> http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25970686&articleid=25970686#25970686 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:29:50 GMT http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25961907&articleid=25961907#25961907 The Chinese worldview, not to mention its brandscape, is profoundly different from Western -- indeed, all -- markets. In my eleven years on the mainland, I have not encountered a single instance where significant modifications to positioning and marketing mix are not necessary. This, of course, does not preclude the feasibility -- yes, desirability -- of consistency with a global Brand Idea. Nike should breathe a “Just Do It” spirit, everywhere. Apple should celebrate “Think Different,” ... Lucchi Marco <en-support@xing.com> http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25961907&articleid=25961907#25961907 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:42:24 GMT http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25961802&articleid=25961802#25961802 China Import and Export Fair exports trade showThumbnail: Indicators from the latest China Import and Export Fair in Canton suggest that the upcoming Christmas season will be softer for China's exporters than a year ago, but that conditions are recovering, says Alaistair Chan, associate economist at Moody’s Economy.com. According to Chan, transactions volumes at the fair, a trade show held in autumn and spring every year, are a forward indicator of exports. “The initial phase of the fair, ... Lucchi Marco <en-support@xing.com> http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25961802&articleid=25961802#25961802 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:33:55 GMT http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25961440&articleid=25961440#25961440 China is a two-way street. And as much as we see this golden opportunity to and make a splash, Chinese companies see us nearly the same – how to get into the US market. Sure, Chinese brands have made their way outside of China to their Asian neighbors or even further west to pockets of Europe. But the United States – this is the major leagues for these companies. This is where they can make a real name for themselves outside of their four walls in China. Whether through an acquisition or just ... Lucchi Marco <en-support@xing.com> http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25961440&articleid=25961440#25961440 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:08:26 GMT http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25961361&articleid=25961361#25961361 Because you’re worth it “你值得拥有”– ask anybody in the streets of China and they will recognize L’Oréal’s memorable brand tagline. However, scratch the surface further, few would have known that the cosmetics beauty giant L’Oréal Group also owns 16 other brands in China since first entering in the market in 1996. China Looks Beautiful to L'Oréal If you compare L’Oréal with its competitors, L’Oréal entered the China market late. However, compare L’Oréal’s growth in China and they are simply in a ... Lucchi Marco <en-support@xing.com> http://www.xing.com/app/forum?op=showarticles&id=25961361&articleid=25961361#25961361 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 13:03:14 GMT