The first important step in international business is identifying potential markets for your products. The Georgia Department of Economic Development’s research resources can help you answer critical questions and give you the information you need to get ahead.

Macro Overview of Georgia’s Exports with China (PDF)
FDI in Georgia CREW October 2008 (PDF)
Trade Services East Point October 2008 (PDF)

Online Resources
Below are general resources for the international trade community that will assist you in your research.

Atlanta Business Chronicle (subscription based)
Atlanta U.S. Commercial Services (USEAC)
Georgia Institute of Technology
The Economist
Export-U (free export webinars)
Georgia Facts
Global Atlanta
International Trade Administration
The Internationalist
Key International Sources for Business and Economics
Savannah Business Report (subscription based)
Small Business Development Center, University of Georgia
U.S. Department of Commerce, Georgia Information
U.S. Government Export Portal
United States Trade Representative (USTR)
Wall Street Journal (subscription based)

The Resource Center Library
Georgia helps you conduct your own research in GDEcD’s Resource Center Library, a trade research library where a research manager can assist you with printed and electronic materials. You can access the library weekdays by appointment. Call 404-962-4127 to schedule an appointment.

International Market Research
Information about current international trade opportunities is handled through GDEcD’s Resource Center, located within the U.S. Export Assistance Center (USEAC). Typical information provided includes export statistics, international sales and marketing procedures, sample agreements, export documentation required by country, importers in specific countries, countries importing a particular product, and industry associations abroad. To schedule an appointment, call 404-962-4127.