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The first thing you will want to know when researching a new market is the potential for sales of your product. Today it is possible to conduct valuable research from the comfort of your office desk due to the large number of resources available over the Internet. UKTI, for example, provides vital information on their website to help you build up an accurate picture of your target market. Details of the services offered by UKTI can be found at http://www.uktradeinvest.gov.uk/ukti/market_sector_research (Link to an external site - Disclaimer External Link Icon).

In order to be a successful exporter you need to travel overseas and build lasting commercial relationships with your clients and partners. This will also allow you to assess the competition from locally produced products and other exporters already in the market. With this information you will be able to gauge whether your product will sell or will need to be adapted to suit local tastes, such as price and even style or colour! UKTI provide practical assistance before you go, and ongoing help, reassurance and introductions whilst you're there. Background on services offered by UKTI can be found at http://www.uktradeinvest.gov.uk/ukti/market_entry (Link to an external site - Disclaimer External Link Icon).

A free business opportunities service is also available from UKTI. This service can help you research the sales opportunities for your product. More information can be found at http://www.uktradeinvest.gov.uk/ukti/opportunities (Link to an external site - Disclaimer External Link Icon) and you can register at http://www.uktradeinvest.gov.uk/ukti/registration (Link to an external site - Disclaimer External Link Icon).

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