Export Diagnostic Tool IntroPrimary Contact InformationExport Level ExperienceExport QuestionsAreas of InterestSubmitTo better serve our minority community and growing number of exporters across the globe, the Sacramento MBDA Export Center has created the Export Diagnostic Tool to help better understand your company. Please fill out the next few pages so that our international business development specialists can specifically target your company's needs and level of experience.PreviousNextPrimary Contact InformationWe'll use this short contact form to get in contact with you and your business.First Name Last Name Position Business Name Primary Phone Number Email Address Minority Group (Check all that apply) African American Alaska Native Asian Hispanic American Asian Pacific American Hasidic Jew Asian Indian Other Minority Group Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Non-Minority Native American Please use the buttons below to go back and edit your answers prior to submitting.Please do not use the back or refresh button on your browser.PreviousNextExport Level ExperienceAssess your company’s readiness to enter your first international market, expand into additional markets, or take on more challenging, high-growth export markets.What is your level of Export Experience? New to Exporting Expanding Exporter Experienced Exporter Please use the buttons below to go back and edit your answers prior to submitting.Please do not use the back or refresh button on your browser.PreviousNextNew to ExportingThis questionnaire for new exporters includes areas to consider when determining your level of export readiness, and provides an initial assessment of your exporting needs and capabilities.Expanding ExporterThis questionnaire provides an initial assessment of the exporting needs and capabilities of firms that are largely reactive exporters, and identifies key considerations when looking to expand into new markets.Experienced ExporterThis questionnaire provides a readiness assessment for proactive, experienced firms looking to pursue more challenging, high-growth markets.Does your company have a product or service that has successfully sold in the domestic market? Yes NoIs your company's management committed to developing export markets and willing and able to dedicate time and resources to the process? Yes NoDoes your company have an export business plan with defined goals and strategies? Yes NoDoes your company have sufficient production capacity that can be committed to the export market? Yes NoDoes your company have the financial resources to actively support an increase of product sales in targeted overseas markets? Yes NoWill financing be required for any expansion? Yes NoDo you have both U.S. and foreign Intellectual Property Protection for your product? Yes NoDoes your company have capabilities to modify ingredients and product packaging to meet foreign import regulations, cultural preferences, and survive competition? Yes NoDoes your company have appropriate knowledge in shipping its product overseas, such as identifying and selecting international freight forwarders and freight costs to ensure customs clearance overseas? Yes NoDoes your company have knowledge and experience of export payment methods, such as developing and negotiating letters of credit? Yes NoIs your company familiar with the U.S. Department of Commerce export resources to help resolve and assist with trade issues? Yes NoIs your company familiar with U.S. Government market intelligence resources that can help you target high-growth markets and navigate challenging entry requirements? Yes NoDoes your company have knowledge and understanding of U.S. export controls and compliance? Yes NoIs your company knowledgeable about U.S. Commercial Service resources to help you check backgrounds and qualify potential foreign partners? Yes NoHas your firm considered pursuing U.S. free trade agreement countries as part of an export strategy to focus on regions with greater market access for U.S. products? Yes NoDoes your company have capabilities to modify ingredients and product packaging to meet foreign import regulations, cultural preferences, and survive competition? Yes NoDo you have both U.S. and foreign Intellectual Property Protection for your product? Yes NoHas your company considered participating in a trade show or trade mission as a first step to exploring the international demand for your product? Yes NoHas your company contacted your local international business development specialist at the Minority Business Development Agency to discuss export resources? Yes NoIs your firm looking to obtain marketing/media exposure abroad? Yes NoHas your company contacted the Minority Business Development Agency international business development specialists, or its locations in more than 4 U.S. cities? Yes No Please use the buttons below to go back and edit your answers prior to submitting.Please do not use the back or refresh button on your browser.PreviousNextAreas of InterestHelp us identify specific services MBDA can assist your company with.Which countries are you interested in exporting to? China Vietnam Japan Thailand South Korea Indonesia India Philippines Tawain Other Asia-Pacific CountriesIs your company interested in dedicated market research? Yes NoHas your company utilized E-Commerce platforms such as Amazon or Alibaba for goods and services? Yes NoIs your company interested in being referred to other businesses? Yes NoIs your company interested in being shared on the Sacramento MBDA Exporter Spotlight Page? Yes No MaybeDoes your company need translation services? Yes No Please use the buttons below to go back and edit your answers prior to submitting.Please do not use the back or refresh button on your browser.PreviousNextSacramento MBDA Export CenterThank you for taking the Export Diagnostic Tool. Based off of the answers provided, an International Business Specialist will create a detailed profile of your company and will reach out to you shortly. All information provided will be kept confidential and will not be disclosed to any third-party without your permission. In the meantime, please feel free to explore our website as it offers useful resources to aid you in your exporting journey. Previous Submit
