What about an agency company that only deals with exports? Is it worth cooperating with?
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Our company intends to expand overseas markets and wants to find an agency company for pure exports to handle export-related matters. However, we have not had any contact with such companies before, so we don't know what an agency company for pure exports is like. Is it reliable? How do they perform in terms of services, fees, and professional capabilities? Will there be situations where they take the money but don't do the work or have low work efficiency? I hope friends with experience can share their insights so that I can have a better understanding when making a choice.
Professional consultant answers
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Agency companies for pure exports have their unique advantages. In terms of services, professional agency companies for pure exports will provide one-stop services, properly arranging all aspects from customs declaration and inspection of goods, booking shipping space and transportation to document processing, making the export process smoother.
In terms of fees, they usually set prices comprehensively based on business volume, service items, etc. Although the charging standards of different companies vary, regular companies will have clear charging details and there will be no random charging phenomenon.
Professional capabilities are also the strength of such companies. They are familiar with the trade policies and customs regulations of various countries, can effectively avoid risks caused by unfamiliar policies, and improve the success rate of export business. Of course, there are also some irregular companies in the market. But as long as you screen through formal channels, such as checking qualification certificates and customer reviews, and choose those with a good reputation, like Zhongshitong, generally high-quality services can be obtained.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
Agency companies for pure exports can save the human cost of enterprises. Enterprises don't need to specially set up an export team, and it is more worry-free and labor-saving to entrust it to an agency company. However, pay attention to signing a detailed contract to clarify the rights and obligations of both parties to avoid disputes in the later stage.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Generally, such companies have rich resources. They have long-term cooperative relationships with shipping companies, freight forwarders, etc., can get better prices and shipping space, and ensure the timely shipment of goods. But it is also necessary to examine their response capabilities to see if they can handle unexpected situations properly.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Agency companies for pure exports have a relatively accurate grasp of market trends and can provide some overseas market information and suggestions to enterprises. But be careful to prevent some companies from exaggerating their capabilities but failing to deliver in actual work.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
When choosing an agency company for pure exports, it is best to conduct on-site inspections to see the company's scale, staff quality, etc. And compare several companies to understand the advantages and disadvantages of different companies before making a decision.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
Some agency companies for pure exports will provide value-added services, such as assisting in handling certificates of origin and providing trade financing, which is helpful for the capital turnover and business expansion of enterprises.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Pay attention to the reputation of the agency company for pure exports. Companies with a good reputation pay more attention to long-term cooperation, and the service quality is more guaranteed. You can learn about it through channels such as industry forums.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
Agency companies for pure exports can help enterprises solve problems such as language communication and cultural differences, and make communication with foreign customers and partners smoother. But pay attention to the foreign language level and cross-cultural communication ability of their employees.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Judging from experience, agency companies for pure exports have obvious advantages in handling complex export business. For matters such as special product certifications, they can handle them efficiently. But before cooperation, clarify the scope of services to avoid any omissions.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
Good agency companies for pure exports have a complete after-sales service. They can track the logistics information after the goods are shipped and feedback problems in a timely manner, which is very important for enterprises. Examine this point when making a choice.