Containers are the most used way to transport goods. Available in several standard sizes (most common 20ft and 40ft), containers protect assets delivered on long distance (ship, cargo or train) and can contain many products in bulk or palletized way. In case of palletized items, woden pallets need to be sanitized and have the relative certification (usually with fumigation) to…
Batteries are normally used with toys, electronics and personal devices. But shipping, moving or delivery a product with batteries requires additional procedures. The commonly used Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries can be sent by sea freight if they are left in their respective devices or if they are placed in a hard and sealed case. The external box must have the proper…
Boxing is the process of putting your assets in the proper container, usually a cardboard. The box could have more then a paper layer (from 1 to 4) and has the function to protect the product inside. Some additional packing material like polystyrene are no more allowed in several European countries. Choosing the correct wrapping / container for your asset…
Shipment cost is one important voice in company costs and often they bring hidden components that can really impact on the company final economic results. So a complete understanding and the correct usage of the shipment can save a lot of money, specially if your company do a lot of shipments. Require several offers to different operators on the basis…
Business success, in general terms, is based on brand awareness. In the digital age billions of business companies in the world compete strongly to gain popularity among customers and expand their targets beyond local boundaries. Everyone fight for visibility by using marketing and advertising campaign to attract customers’ attention. To get successful actions you have to keep in mind these…
Some basic indications to proceed into the right direction. 1. Goals definition Define your starting position and the point (the objectives) you want reach. Use the SMART method to define your goals. Your goal should be described through this five elements: Specific; Measurable; Attainable; Realistic; Temporal. 2. Context Analysis It is very important to know well the operating environment. Market…
Social Media in Europe have different usage and functions compared as they are used in other Countries. This image, from SproutSocial, explains very well the tendence of the Social Media in Europe and the percentage of usage between Consumers and Marketers.
This article is extracted from The European Union Official Website here the link with the complete article. EU data protection rules guarantee the protection of your personal data whenever they are collected – for example, when you buy something online, apply for a job, or request a bank loan. These rules apply to both companies and organisations (public and private)…
Your asseta are not only your money but also your reputation in front of your customers. How to protect them? The possible enemies of your assets are the same everywhere : natural elements ( rain, humidity, extreme temperatures ) disasters ( hearthquakes, fire, flood, lighting ) human factors ( damages, thieft, accident, electrical damages ) others ( expiring of validity,…
When you consider seriously to start or expand a business in Europe, one of the most complex issue is the storage of goods. In Europe normally each country has its own rules for labour, accounting, VAT, taxation and banking procedures, and even though there is a big harmonization effort for common procedures within Europe, there still are many differences in…
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