The foremost step in business development in Europe is to study the economical structure of the countries in Europe that you wish to expand or start a business in. Developing business opportunities in European Countries require thorough knowledge and research of that particular market, in which you plan to employ sales development channels. For example, business opportunites in Italy are good since its economy very robust from natural resources,...more
No matter how great your products are, you cannot sell them if consumers are unable to find them. Sales agents are those who sell your goods or products on your behalf, whereas distributors buy your products and get your products into stores, restaurants, and more. Sales agents and sales distributors are one of the most effective channels for selling your products to your ultimate customers. An established sales agent or distributor can give an...more
Did you know that....* The Netherlands and Holland are the same place?* One-quarter of Holland is below sea level?* The Dutch are traders by nature - The Netherlands has a variety of experienced importers, sales agents, and distributors well versed in international trade.* Most Dutch people speak a foreign language as well as Dutch?Profile of the NetherlandsForm of government Constitutional monarchy, parliamentary democracyHead of state 12 provinces; Drenthe, Flevoland, Friesland, Gelderland,Groningen, Limburg, Noord-Brabant, Noord-Holland, Overijssel, Utrecht, Zeeland, Zuid-Holland.Currency EuroLocation Western Europe, bordering the North Sea, between Belgium and GermanyCapital AmsterdamLargest cities Amsterdam: 747,093 inhabitantsRotterdam: 582,951 inhabitantsThe Hague: 475,681 inhabitantsUtrecht: 294,737 inhabitantsArea Total: 41,526 square kilometresLand: 33,883 square kilometresWater: 7,643 square kilometresLand boundaries Total: 1,027 kilometresBelgium: 450 kilometres, Germany: 577 kilometresCoastline 451 kilometresPopulation 16,527,595 (August 2009)Age structure 0 - 20 years: 2420 45 years:3445 65 years: 2765 80 years: 1180-years and older: 4Ethnic groups Dutch: 80%,...more
What is a Sales Agent?A Sales Agent is a self employed salesperson who works, usually alone, for perhaps several non competing companies. The Sales Agent obtains orders for those companies and is paid commission on those orders.The Sales Agent usually works in a specific area of industry and within geographical limits. It is usual for the Sales...more
In todays highly competitive business environment it has become imperative to have a proper developed sales channel. In Sales Channel development, the European trading services can provide new business opportunities and channels to maximize profitability and growth for your business.Important aspect, which are related to your marketing and sales...more
The Netherlands strategic location, the relative ease of doing business, the high level of proficiency in English, and its world-class and user-friendly transportation and distribution infrastructure make the Netherlands an ideal country for European operations location for foreign companies. The Netherlands is a geographically small, Europes highest densely populated country (over 16 million people) occupying a highly strategic commercial location that makes it the Gateway to Europe.Accountancy firms KPMG and Ernst&Young reported the Netherlandsto have the best tax climate in Europe in 2006, after Switzerland and Ireland. Its core distribution points include Rotterdam,the 3th largest seaport in the world and Schiphol Airport (Amsterdam), the fourth largest passenger and third largest cargo airport in Europe. Over 160 million consumers (roughly one thirdof the European Unionpopulation of 27 Member States) reside within a 300-mile radius of Rotterdam.The Dutch are traders by nature - the Netherlands has a variety of experienced importers, sales agents, and distributors well versed in international trade. The population is highly educated, internationally oriented and largely...more
If you plan on expanding your business or starting a business in Europe, then it is vital to understand the financial aspect before setting a business in Europe. New Entrepreneurs as well as the ones who have already entered the European business...more
When you are running a small concern or working for yourself it is essential that you get the best people to work with you. We are usually speaking about the areas of (1) distribution, (2) marketing or (3) people with specific skills or...more
Promotional products are an amazing way to advertise and one that is usually overlooked by smaller companies. A lot of times new business owners will look to mailers and cold calling to help boost their business, but these techniques are a lot less...more
Community General Hospital (a fictitious institution) is a 250-bed hospital located at the periphery of a major metropolitan area. Community General's revenues were flat for the three years ending 2001, and with rising expenses, the hospital's...more
Psychological testing is more common now for companies that are hiring new people. This means you may come across this testing at some point when you apply for a job. This article can help you improve your results and also know what they...more
Think of South India and silk sarees invariably come to mind. The South Indian bride still prefers to wear the traditional silk saree on the occasion of her wedding. With changing times, trends in sarees are also changing. Wholesalers and retailers...more