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Tuesday, 17 Jul 2012


"Four years ago this was a business operating out of a garden shed. Now we are an international business. The support we have had from many sources and specifically the Review, were critical in making that happen"

Simon Bourne, Managing Director, Elevated Photos Ltd.


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Export Communications Review

The Export Communications Review (ECR) provides companies with impartial and objective advice on language and cultural issues to help them improve their competitiveness in existing and future export markets.

How Can Export Communications Review Help Me?

The UKTI’s Export Communications Review will enable your business to maximise the effectiveness of your communications with overseas customers.

Website:

  • Does your website directly target international customers?

  • Can international customers understand the products and services you are offering?

  • Is your website optimised for searches conducted abroad?

  • Are you aware of local on-line competition?

  • Do you use on-line social and business networking in other countries?

  • Can you answer enquiries arising from your website in other languages?

The Export Communications Review can help you answer these questions and address the following issues to help you grow your international business.

Written and spoken communications:

  • Are your letters and publicity materials and spoken communications geared to the needs of overseas customers?

Language Training:

  • Do you know how to meet your language training needs in the UK and recruitment of export staff with language capability?

Translation and Interpretation:

  • Do you know where to go to find translation and interpreting services and how to get the best out of these services?

Overseas Trade Shows and Exhibitions:

  • How do you prepare to handle different languages at overseas trade shows or exhibitions?

Eligible SME companies can benefit from a total of three subsidised reviews and a written tailored report with recommendations and an action plan.

ECR Resources

Read a leaflet explaining key features and benefits of Export Communications Review

View a video on Export Communications Review Service on our YouTube channel

Read an article on Digital Commerce and ECR (researched and written by Content Kings)

How do I apply?

To apply for an export communications review , complete and submit the online application form

How Can I Find Out More ?

For more information contact the UKTI ECR team :

Tel: +44 0845 034 2111

Email: info@ukecr.co.uk