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Speaking another language helps you communicate better with your contacts and saves you money Most companies in Europe have occasional contact with people abroad. These are often overseas manufacturers who offer raw materials and goods at competitive prices, as well as overseas suppliers and freight forwarders who help your business succeed. The majority of import and export contracts are typically conducted in English. However, due to globalization, being able to speak a language other than English is often a big advantage. If this is not possible for your company, and you set the costs by hiring employees who speak different…
Overseas trade fairs support exports Foreign trade fairs are especially suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises that want to make a name for themselves abroad. It is one of the most effective platforms for distributing information and communications across borders. Participating in trade fairs abroad allows you to establish contacts, especially with overseas customers, and has the potential to expand your export business. When it comes to expanding into new markets, the benefits of international trade fairs cannot be ignored. Statistics show that a quarter of export inquiries come directly or indirectly through participation in trade fairs abroad. The advantages…
As the date by which the UK must leave the European Union (EU) on March 29, 2019 approaches, MPs have once again rejected Prime Minister Theresa May's draft withdrawal agreement. As a result, the deadline for leaving the EU has been postponed to April 12, 2019. However, if the UK leaves the European Union without a deal (hard Brexit), the following changes for Danes living in the UK will be found in relation to residence and work permits. As a Danish citizen in the UK, you can maintain your right of residence However, those who wish to remain in the…
On January 1, 2019, Germany's previous packaging regulation “Verpackungsverordnung” will be replaced by a new packaging law, Verpackungsgesetz 2019 (VerpackG). This leaves online store owners, especially in the German market, with many important questions regarding sales packaging, outer packaging, transport packaging, and even packaging materials. Additionally, terms such as “obligation to participate in the dual system”, “obligation to register” and the newly created “Centrale Emballage register” should be clarified. The Central Packaging Registry is established to enforce the Packaging Act and assumes important tasks related to it. Among other things, it provides a platform for so-called “Integrity Declarations”. In addition,…
Germany is an exporting country. This is not news. In 2017, other states bought goods worth a total of 1.3 trillion euros to Germany. But what exactly is it that makes German companies so successful in sales? And in which channels? And to whom? Business partner Germany's most important trading partners are the United States, France and China, followed by many neighboring European countries. Overall, Germany's trade with its 10 most important trading partners accounts for almost 60% of its total exports. America 111,53 France 105.21 Depth 86,19 Netherlands 85,89 UK 84.36 Italy 65.56 Austria 62.56 Poland 59.54 Switzerland 54.01…
Audio recordings of interviews are transcribed for various purposes. These can be used to support theories in bachelor's or master's theses, document interviews on social media, or be used for subtitles. If the quality of the recording is high, it will be much easier to convert the conversation into written form, and the cost will be significantly lower. On the other hand, if the quality of the recording is poor, it will be very difficult to transcribe and inevitably take more time. And it costs even more money. The most important criteria for recording for quick and affordable transcription of…
European Melody Grand Prix 2018 in Portugal The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has been organizing an annual international song and melody competition since 1956. With the event broadcast virtually worldwide, over 200 million viewers are currently following the selection of the new winner, with Australia, Japan and Canada also able to cheer on the favorites. This year, from May 12th to May 21st (Central European Time), the event will take place at the Artis Arena in Lisbon to watch the 26 finalists compete for the title of winner. According to EBU regulations, the top 10 songs from the two semi-finals,…
Travel involves risks. However, even when epidemics, natural disasters, political instability or terrorist attacks are completely unpredictable, employers can still take precautions. Insurance is available overseas When it comes to traveling, being well prepared is of the utmost importance. Here's a checklist of things your employees can do before traveling. Free up your company phone for use abroad Be available 24 hours a day via app or phone Manage insurance for medical treatment, daily allowance in case of incapacity to work, pension and capital payments in case of death Secure insurance to cover the risks of terrorism and war during…
Do you want a perfect translation that can't get any worse? Then you can go home and sleep on even the most error-filled machine translation. Do you want your customers to run away in droves? Or do you want them to curl up and laugh instead of asking for a quote? Then take a break from the next tip. For everyone else, the following applies: The following roadmap will ensure you get your foreign language communication across the finish line, wherever you are. Even before you start looking for a suitable service provider, you can consider the following points in…
A perfectly normal day at the office: an email is received from a new business partner in Japan, an offer is ready for a big customer in Helsinki or Milan, a team partner writes a letter in English: Crossing borders, thoughts Communication is a daily phenomenon among all countries. It's okay if your English interactions sometimes sound like gibberish. Just enter your text into the machine. The text will then be output again in the desired language in very little time. That's easy. Yes, if business success didn't depend on communication… As globalization progresses, translation work is increasing more than…