Importing can be a tough business, especially with fluctuations in the currency markets and rising prices of fuel. Importers can, however, get a leg up on their competition using ImportGenius.
This tool gives importers a full list of their competitors’ suppliers (via ImportScan) and all of their own supplier’s customers within the US 9with SupplySpy). Data is mined from US custom records and is updated daily so users get the freshest information out there. Records run back from 2006 to the present day. ImportGenius supplies pertinent and detailed information about outgoing and incoming shipments; you’ll find data on product type, dimensions and units per container. Users can also easily search for competitors and suppliers by product. Basic access is free. Premium subscriptions are available as well.
ImportGenius.com In Their Own Words
“Imagine fast searches, easy screens, and the freshest data in the industry-that is Import Genius. With free basic access and affordable premium subscriptions, Import Genius has redefined the trade intelligence marketplace.
“Within minutes of subscribing, you’ll have access to lists of all of your competitor’s suppliers and all of your supplier’s customers in the United States.”
Import Genius provides timely, detailed shipment data mined directly from the US Customs Automated Manifest System (AMS). Our user base is diverse: importers, exporters, entrepreneurs, freight forwarders, bankers, private investigators, foreign factories, and more.”
Why ImportGenius.com It Might Be A Killer
ImportGenius is an extremely useful and well designed tool for the import/export industry. Information is relayed in real time, providing users with up to date data on all their competitors. With ImportGenius, the competitive advantage that others have from better knowledge of suppliers is virtually nullified. Moreover, users can make sure suppliers honor exclusivity agreements, they can find new suppliers and they can make better informed decisions, simply by getting information on their competitors.
Some Questions About ImportGenius.com
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