International trade is often viewed as an activity that mainly benefits large companies. However, evidence suggests that exporting may offer substantial gains to micro and small enterprises as well. Exporting allows traders and coffee producers to reach bigger markets and expand opportunities that increase their income.
- Increase your overall sales and profits by taking advantage of the international demand of coffee
- Extend and broaden your customer base
- Make your business more competitive locally: by gaining exposure to international markets you will learn new ways of doing business that you can apply to your traditional market
- Reduce the vulnerability of your business: by expanding into new markets you will no longer be dependent on the Indonesian domestic market
- Take advantage of the ongoing reduction in trade barriers thanks to trade agreements and the ongoing trade negotiations that Indonesia is involved
- Take advantage of improvements in trade finance and the internet by identifying new potential opportunities and finding business partners
- Take advantage of the recognition of Indonesian coffee internationally and position your product strategically
- Contribute to the development of your community, by increasing their income, standards of living and creating employment
- Exporting your product allows you to travel, meet different people and learn how entrepreneurs in other countries operate their business. With new experiences, you will be able to expand your horizons, think better and make a lasting impact in your local community !