China is one of the largest economies on earth, and manufacturing companies are poised to serve this rapidly-growing market. But China is unfamiliar territory for many companies. There are trade rules and regulations; cultural differences; and significant logistics hurdles to be understood. More recently, reports indicate manufacturers are feeling compelled to increase wages to Chinese employees as they move up the value chain. How do international companies forge business alliances in China; recruit required personnel; and ensure seamless movement of their goods from place to place?

In this Webinar, EBN and ISM have put together a panel, moderated by supply management executive Norbert Ore, that will:

• Discuss and clarify important trade practices in the region
• Provide guidance on establishing and maintaining a global business in China
• Outline how logistics can create a competitive advantage in the global trading marketplace

Moderator:

Norbert J. Ore, CPSM, C.P.M., Chair of the ISM Manufacturing Business Survey Committee

Panelists:

• Ravi Kichloo, Senior Vice President – Global Semiconductor Business Development, Avnet
• Phillip Wu, Senior Marketing Director, UPS
• KK Poon, CPSM, C.P.M. MCIPS, Subject Specialist of China Federation of Logistic and Purchasing