Guide to exporting

Export Guide for Swiss Companies

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Internationalization is a strategic growth lever for many Swiss companies. Exporting opens up new markets, increases sales and diversifies risk. However, international expansion requires considerable financial resources for market research, product adaptation, logistics and marketing. That's where PrestaFlex comes in, with an adapted financing solution.

Why export?

• Access to new markets: Increase your customer potential by expanding internationally.
• Risk diversification: Reduce dependence on the domestic market.
• Innovation opportunities: Meeting the specific demands of new markets can foster product innovation.
• Improved competitiveness: Swiss companies can strengthen their position by benefiting from economies of scale.

Export challenges

• Local regulations: Understanding country-specific laws, standards and customs policies.
• Language and cultural barriers: adapting communication and marketing strategies.
• Logistics and transport: Efficiently manage product routing.
• Export financing: Securing the necessary funds to cover the costs of internationalization.

How PrestaFlex can help Swiss companies

PrestaFlex offers tailor-made corporate loans enabling Swiss companies to finance their international expansion.

✅ Advantages of a PrestaFlex corporate loan

• Flexibility: Financing tailored to specific company needs.
• Rapid access to funds: Simplified process for obtaining credit without red tape.
• Customized solutions: Possibility of financing specific export projects.
• Expert support : Advice on international expansion strategies.

💡 Case study: How a PrestaFlex loan can support a Swiss company

Let's take the example of a Swiss SME specialized in medical technologies wishing to export to Asia. Thanks to a PrestaFlex credit, it was able to finance:

• Local market research.
• Adaptation of products to local standards.
• Participation in trade shows.
• Implementation of a specific marketing strategy.

PrestaFlex business loan process

1. Needs analysis: Identify specific export requirements.
2. Submitting an application: Fill in an online form or contact a PrestaFlex advisor.
3. Personalized assessment: Rapid analysis of the request with a tailor-made offer.
4. Quick decision: Credit approval within a few days.
5. Use of funds: Funds can be used to cover various costs related to internationalization.

Five key points for obtaining a business loan

1. Liquidity: Income, expenses, bonuses, rental income.
2. Solvency: Lawsuits, late payment, payment orders, payment behavior.
3. Honorability: Credit history (ZEK/IKO), compliance with past financial commitments.
4. Stability: Marital status, age, length of employment, length of residence, type of employment, type of residence permit.
5. Reputation: Articles about yourself, presence on social networks, lifestyle (spendthrift or discreet).

Other financing solutions offered by PrestaFlex

• Business Equipment Leasing: Facilitate the acquisition of equipment needed to optimize production or distribution.
• Sale and Lease Back: Convert existing assets into cash while retaining their use through leasing.
• Factoring: Improve cash flow by transferring trade receivables for rapid, secure financing.

Worth noting

Exporting is a major opportunity for Swiss companies seeking to expand. PrestaFlex, with its tailored corporate loans, as well as leasing, sale and leaseback, and factoring services, enables companies to overcome the financial obstacles associated with internationalization and successfully expand into new markets.

For more information, contact a PrestaFlex consultant today!

An article by Munur Aslan, Managing Director of PrestaFlex