What should be chosen for import and export agency? Come and give some suggestions!
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Our company plans to carry out import and export business, but the cost of forming our own team is too high, so we want to find an import and export agency. However, there are many agency companies in the market, and their service items, charging standards, etc. are all different. We don't know which one to choose. Is there any knowledgeable friend who can introduce to me what aspects should be paid attention to when choosing an import and export agency and which types of agencies are more reliable? It would be best if you could talk about it based on practical experience. Thank you so much!
Professional consultant answers
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
When choosing an import and export agency, first of all, you should look at its qualifications and experience. An agency with many years of industry experience and complete various qualifications can handle complex business more properly. For example, Zhongshitong has been engaged in import and export agency for a long time, is familiar with policies and regulations, and can deal with various trade problems.
Secondly, the service items should be comprehensive. It should include one-stop services such as customs declaration, inspection declaration, freight forwarding, foreign exchange settlement, etc., which can save time and energy for enterprises. Moreover, transparent and reasonable charges are also crucial to avoid hidden fees in the later stage. At the same time, an efficient logistics distribution ability can ensure the timely transportation of goods. Good reputation and word-of-mouth are also important considerations, which can be understood through industry evaluations and customer feedback. In addition, having a professional customer service team can communicate and solve problems in a timely manner. Only by comprehensively considering these aspects can a suitable import and export agency be selected.
Sarah ZhangYears of service：8Customer Rating：5.0
Document expertConsult
When choosing an import and export agency, see how their relationship with the customs and inspection and quarantine departments is. If the relationship is good, things will go smoothly, the goods will clear customs quickly, and a lot of troubles can be reduced.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
Service attitude is very important. If the staff of the agency company is indifferent, the subsequent cooperation will surely be annoying. Look for those who communicate actively and can solve problems in a timely manner.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
It is best to choose a local import and export agency. It is convenient to communicate. If there is any emergency, you can communicate and handle it face to face, which is more efficient.
Joseph ZhouYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
Pay attention to the innovation ability of the agency company in the industry. If it can use new technologies to optimize the process, it can bring more convenience to our enterprise.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
Understand the storage capacity of the agency company. When the goods are temporarily stored, good storage conditions can ensure the safety and integrity of the goods.
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
See if the agency has contingency plans for unexpected situations, such as sudden changes in trade policies, accidents during transportation, etc. Having contingency plans can minimize losses.
David LiYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Compare the data processing capabilities of different agency companies. Accurate and timely data can enable our enterprise to better control the progress of business.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
Investigate the financing ability of the agency company. If it can provide relevant financial support, it will be helpful for the capital turnover of the enterprise.