{"id":4464,"date":"2018-05-03T12:37:53","date_gmt":"2018-05-03T12:37:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.imperialcrs.com\/blog\/?p=4464"},"modified":"2023-12-12T15:49:50","modified_gmt":"2023-12-12T15:49:50","slug":"pre-approval-communications-prior-export-important","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.imperialcrs.com\/blog\/business-insights\/pre-approval-communications-prior-export-important\/","title":{"rendered":"Pre-approval communications prior to export: Why are they so important?"},"content":{"rendered":"

The best way to answer this question is with the catchphrase a chain is only as strong as its weakest link<\/em>.\u00a0 After 25 years of managing global clinical trial studies for clients, I cannot emphasize enough how much this phrase relates to the global distribution of ancillary\/medical device supplies<\/a>. Communication is one of those important links, from the beginning of your planning process to the very end — resulting in the successful door to door export of your goods.<\/p>\n

To demonstrate this further, imagine a metal chain. All the links look new and strong on the outside, but in reality, there is a weak link. One link is weak from the inside, due to a crack that is not visible to the naked eye. Sometimes we look at our entire global distribution process without realizing that one of the processes might be our weakest link. No matter how much excellence you instill in your global distribution across all phases, your process will only be as good as your weakest link.<\/p>\n

Global distribution<\/a> is becoming a more critical and complex part of the planning process.\u00a0 Early communication with all parties involved is paramount to success. Be vigilant and make sure your pre-approval communications include an evaluation of where the weakest link may be in your global distribution process<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Consider these topics when planning your global distribution. Any could be your weakest link:<\/p>\n