Communications

The language difference is one potential barrier between you and your customer. Language and communications should be part of your business strategy, which can include language skills, translations, website marketing and cultural awareness. By learning to communicate in a language your customer understands you should develop highly successful business partnerships.

Regional Language Network

The RLN exists to increase the international competitiveness of companies by breaking down language and cultural barriers. The RLN offers free and impartial advice and support to companies to improve their international communications including translations, interpreting, language and training courses, cultural differences, communications planning and website localisation. You can learn more about RLN at: http://www.rln-east.com/

UKTI Export Communications Review

A UK Trade & Investment Export Communications Review can help you look at the way you present your business and your products to overseas customers. It will look specifically at the way you tackle language and cultural issues and make recommendations for overcoming the potential barriers. The aim is to provide you with the confidence to deal with overseas customers both now and in the future.