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Internationalisation

We help small and medium-sized enterprises enter international markets and seize new business opportunities.

What is internationalisation to third countries?

Internationalisation is a way for SMEs to expand their business beyond the borders of the European economy. There are many exciting opportunities for companies in global markets, but also many new challenges. That is why we focus on supporting companies with innovative potential to expand outside the European Union’s single market – i.e. outside the EU countries, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein.

The aim is to facilitate companies’ entry into so-called third countries, to help them navigate the new business, legislative and cultural environment and to support their successful operation in new markets. They can take advantage of CzechTrade’s expert advice, the know-how of Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) partners and practical assistance from foreign offices.

Why is internationalisation important?

• Entering foreign markets helps firms grow, strengthen their stability and reduce their dependence on the domestic economy.
• Internationalisation allows you to spread business risks, reach new customers and increase your competitiveness.
• It opens up access to new trends, technologies and know-how for companies.
• By being present in global markets, the company strengthens its brand and credibility and improves its bargaining position vis-à-vis partners, investors and employees.

CzechTrade supports companies in expanding on the Single Market

How can we help you internationalise?

We provide practical support in foreign markets outside the EU – from consulting to targeted assistance in finding business partners or engaging in international tenders. We focus in particular on SMEs with innovation potential.

Finding foreign partners

We provide access to the largest international largest database of partner opportunities. Are you interested in any of our offers or inquiries? Contact us and we will connect you.

Tailored expert advice

We provide comprehensive support in entering foreign markets outside the European Union. Our support is tailored to your needs – from basic consultation to targeted assistance in a specific territory.

Basic support for SMEs

Basic services are suitable for companies that are just starting out with internationalisation or want to test their capabilities.

We provide:

• sectoral and territorial seminars, conferences for exporters (market entry strategies, opportunities, barriers)
• monitoring and publication of current tenders of international organisations,
• consultation of CzechTrade Design Centre services
• Consultation on tools for internationalisation outside the EU (e.g. Access2Markets, Single Digital Gateway, Your Europe Portal).

Advanced support for SMEs

Advanced services are designed for companies that have a clear ambition to enter foreign markets or are already operating there and want to further develop their activities.

We offer:

• Export opportunities – mediated enquiries received by CzechTrade offices abroad.
• Market Entry service – an individual service tailored to your business. It can include e.g.
  • basic market research,
  • recommending the appropriate form of market entry,
  • finding business contacts,
  • logistics support,
  • recommendations of trade fairs and exhibitions,
  • translation of the address letter/email into the local language,
  • providing basic information for setting up a company or branch,
  • advice on communication and cultural practices and specifics.
• Tendry service – active support and targeted acquisition of Czech companies in tenders of international organisations. It includes advice on the process of specific tenders, their basic parameters and assistance in submitting bids.
• Individual consultations with directors of foreign offices ( e.g. CzechTrade Meeting Point, CzechTrade consultation days in regions).

Events in the Czech Republic and abroad

We also support your internationalisation through professional events and education.

We organize:

• presentations at domestic and international trade fairs,
• Sourcing Days (B2B events that connect Czech suppliers with international buyers and focus on specific sectors or countries);
• industry business missions to the Czech Republic,
• export training ( professional seminars, tailor-made corporate training).

CzechTrade Design Centre

Since 2008 we have been connecting Czech companies with professional designers. We help you increase the value of your products and gain a competitive advantage on foreign markets. You can use various types of services and programs, for example:

• Design Trend Monitoring – provides the basis for creating a product or packaging design.
• Market potential of design-innovation – the aim is to optimise the production and distribution of a product for a specific market.
• CzechTrade Design Centre workshops focused on the role of design in product development.
• Access to the CzechTrade Directory of Designers.

Tip from CzechTrade consultants

“Successful internationalisation does not start with market selection, but with a realistic assessment of your company’s readiness. We recommend starting with small steps – verifying product interest, market analysis and consultation with experts. The right approach can save a lot of time, costs and unnecessary risks.”

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