Exporting

Exporting is a profitable way of growing your business. It spreads your risks and reduces your dependence on the local market.

Exporting businesses generally are more profitable than their non-exporting counterparts. They:

• have better growth prospects
• have more skilled and productive staff
• adapt to new technologies and best practice faster.

Exporting exposes your business to new:

• ideas
• management practices
• marketing techniques
• ways of competing.

If you have a limited Australian market, consider exporting. Small local businesses can build global brands, especially in rural and regional Australia.

Austrade's website offers extensive information and a step-by-step guide to exporting to help you get started.

The Department of Immigration and Border Protection’s website offers extensive information about exporting goods.

Advice and support

• Austrade
  A global network of offices in more than 55 countries offering practical advice, market intelligence and ongoing support to Australian exporters.
• Australian Institute of Export
  A not-for-profit member organisation providing education, training and other exporter services.
• Business SA
  Delivers a range of specialist services, including the Council for International Trade and Commerce SA, to help members develop a successful export business.
• Council for International Trade and Commerce SA
  The peak body for 39 international chambers of commerce and business councils in South Australia.
• Export Finance and Insurance Corporation
  A federal government organisation helping exporters overcome financial barriers.
• Export Partnership Program
  The state government’s Export Partnership Program provides funding assistance for small and medium-sized businesses to access new global markets through marketing and export development opportunities.
• Food SA
  An industry organisation offering programs and services to help food businesses grow. Also acts as the industry's voice.
• Water Industry Alliance
  An industry cluster of water-related organisations focused on growing the business of its members and the industry.