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It already helps if you have a structured approach for your procurement and to keep your options open. Working with a local consultant or agency may help to identify more potential suppliers and to get the products that you just bought accross the border to their destination.
Our local consultant help you find relevant suppliers, approach them on your behalf and ensure you get the right proposals and deliveries.
Germany, located in Central Europe, is renowned for exporting a diverse range of high-quality products that showcase its advanced manufacturing capabilities and engineering expertise. The country is known for exporting automobiles and automotive parts, including brands like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Volkswagen, which are globally recognized for their innovation and reliability. Germany also exports machinery and equipment, such as industrial machinery, medical technology, and precision instruments, which are essential for various industries worldwide.
Wages in Germany vary by sector and region. Generally, wages are higher compared to many other countries, reflecting its strong economy and skilled workforce. The cost of living in cities like Berlin, Munich, and Frankfurt can be moderate to high, influencing disposable income levels.
Germany is also known for its strong chemical and pharmaceutical industries, exporting products like pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and plastics. The country has a robust renewable energy sector, particularly in wind and solar power technologies, and exports related equipment and expertise. Additionally, Germany is famous for its food and beverage exports, including beer, sausages, and dairy products, known for their quality and traditional craftsmanship.
The best preparation for doing business in any country is visiting it. This way you can experience the culture, check the shops and build your network.
Where it comes to hotels, research shows that if you check these platforms, in 80% of the cases you have the lowest room rates.
If you take your sourcing step by step, then it can’t go wrong.
Step 1
Try to identify in total 6 to 10 possible suppliers and check their websites. Approach them with a general request to see whether they have the products or services you need.
Step 2
Submit your requirements to a group of three to five selected suppliers and ensure you get the right comparable quotations to make a choice. Negotiate with one or two of them to get the best result.
Step 3
Now start collaborating, making sure you have an efficient ordering process and limited risks where it comes to quality control and shipping the products.
First of all you may have to pay import duties or settle VAT. There are certain thresholds for both of these charges, e.g. while importing in the EU you don’t have to pay import duties on any shipment worth less than € 150.
There may also be non-financial bariers, like certifications or approvals to be obtained. Especially for food, cosmetics or medicine this may be the case. Check this in advance, even before you invest in your marketing.
In developing or more developed countries also labour costs are getting higher, so there is no real bargain any more. On the other hand, the more developed a country is, the better the certainty for deliveries and the more focus there is on quality.
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