Global Sourcing Logistics: How to Manage Risk and Gain Competitive Advantage in a Worldwide Marketplace

can be an invaluable resource in finding foreign manu-

facturers. The DOC has other internal entities, outlined

in the appendix, such as the International Trade

Administration, which runs overseas fairs, exhibitions,

and trade missions to put U.S. companies in contact

with potential foreign partners.

• Trade shows in particular industries also provide a con-

centration of people and companies that are looking to

provide access to their markets, plants, and manufac-

turing sites. These shows often have foreign manufac-

turers and buyers pavilions where contact and

introductions can be facilitated.

• Placing advertisements in local papers, trade journals,

and industry publications can produce contacts.

• Internet search engines can supply information on avail- ...