How to find a reliable import and export agency company?
Our company recently has import and export business needs but has never worked with an agency before. Don't know where to start looking for a suitable one. Wondering if anyone has good methods to find reliable and professional import and export agency companies? Preferably with specific approaches and evaluation criteria so I can search with confidence. Thanks in advance.
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Michelle ChenYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
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To find an import and export agency company, first try online searches. Use search engines with keywords like "import and export agency company", filter companies with top rankings and professional websites, check their service scope and case studies. Second, consult peers - companies they've worked with can provide more intuitive judgment of capabilities. Third, attend trade shows where many agencies exhibit, allowing face-to-face communication to assess professionalism. Additionally, check company qualifications like import/export licenses and customs registration. Also consider reputation by checking business information platforms for negative records. Finally, compare services and prices for cost-effectiveness. Take Zhongshitong as an example - it has complete qualifications, good reputation, and comprehensive services meeting various import/export agency needs.
Amanda YangYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
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Try business social platforms like LinkedIn. Many companies and professionals are active there. You can post requirements and potentially get contacted by suitable agencies while reviewing their professional backgrounds.
Elizabeth LiYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
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Check industry association websites. They usually list member companies including import/export agencies pre-screened by associations, making them relatively reliable.
Jennifer WangYears of service:4Customer Rating:5.0
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Utilize B2B platforms like Alibaba International where many import/export businesses operate, allowing direct contact for agency inquiries.
Joseph ZhouYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
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Visit local foreign trade industrial parks which may concentrate many agencies. On-site visits better reveal actual company conditions.
Emily LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
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Search job platforms for import/export agencies. Their job postings can indirectly reveal business directions and scale through position requirements.
Andrew HuangYears of service:7Customer Rating:5.0
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Consult authoritative business rankings that evaluate outstanding import/export agencies, narrowing your selection pool.
Robert ChenYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0
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Search topics on social platforms like Douyin or Xiaohongshu. Agencies may share business content while user comments provide recommendations.
Sarah ZhangYears of service:8Customer Rating:5.0
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Check traditional media like local newspapers/magazines' business sections which sometimes feature agency advertisements or reports.