Data: Trade more, trade better
Companies do better when their countries and regions have strong connected services. Supply chains become more efficient, companies get better access to new markets and transaction costs are lower.
ITC company surveys show that where there are good connected services, companies are more likely to have timely delivery, stay competitive in their offerings to clients and connect successfully with buyers and suppliers.
Connected services boost exports
The share of firms that export is more than twice as high in regions that have strong connected services.
of firms export in regions with strong connected services
of firms export in regions with weak connected services
TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS
Deliver on time
Good-quality transport and logistics services improve the capacity of companies to compete. Companies that use high-quality logistics services manage their inventory better and are more likely to deliver goods when they are needed.
of companies with access to high-quality services
VS.
of companies with access to low-quality services
have good inventory management practices
of companies with access to high-quality services
VS.
of companies with access to low-quality services
have good inventory management practices
FINANCE
Innovate with process or products
Financial services provide the funds and stability that companies need to innovate in response to market trends. Companies that have constructive, lasting relationships with competent financial services providers are more able to develop a long-term business vision and adapt to change.
of companies with access to high-quality services
VS.
of companies with access to low-quality services
often create new products or processes
of companies with access to high-quality services
VS.
of companies with access to low-quality services
often create new products or processes
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
Connect with buyers and suppliers
Good internet connections and other ICT services are essential in today’s marketplace. They strengthen the links between companies and their clients and suppliers and give firms access to crucial information about market conditions and opportunities.
of companies with access to high-quality services
VS.
of companies with access to low-quality services
have a website
of companies with access to high-quality services
VS.
of companies with access to low-quality services
have a website
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