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Authors: James M. Ashley, James Ashley
ISBN-13: 9780132514309, ISBN-10: 0132514303
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Adult Publishing Group
Date Published: January 1997
Edition: (Non-applicable)

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Author Biography: James M. Ashley

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Table of Contents

How This Book Will Help You
Ch. 1Preparing for Global Sourcing1
Ch. 2Using a Broker23
Ch. 3Importing on Your Own35
Ch. 4Developing an International Sourcing Plan49
Ch. 5Cultural Issues: Barriers, Caveats, and Expectations65
Ch. 6Negotiation Strategies103
Ch. 7Contracting for the Goods123
Ch. 8Laws in International Business141
Ch. 9International Agreements and Associations155
Ch. 10Ensuring Quality179
Ch. 11ISO 9000 and Quality Standards201
Ch. 12International Shipping209
Ch. 13Understanding Customs and Tariffs217
Ch. 14Managing Repair and Warranty233
Ch. 15Managing Accounts Payable241
Glossary of International Trade Terms249
App. AInternational Trade Contacts325
App. BImporter's Resources (includes Internet Web Sites)333
App. CU.S. Foreign Trade Zones343
App. DGlossary of Antidumping Terms and Phrases361
Index379

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