Artisan Spotlight
The Bombolulu Workshop for the Handicapped, located in Mombasa, Kenya, works with some 150 disabled men and women artisans to help them overcome their physical limitations and empower them economic More
Learn
Whether you are just getting started or have been working with artisans for years, ArtisanWork’s LEARN resources offer expertise, knowledge and best practices for those who want to better understand how to do business in the global marketplace. Discovery modules on product development, marketing, building a strong business and more lead you through topics with information and interactive exercises. How-to advice and information, and hand-selected links to valuable websites provide practical help to make, market, and deliver the goods.
| What’s Inside | |||
 |
Offering products that the market wants is a key to successful exporting. How can you develop those products? Learn about market research, how to spot trends, product life cycles, and more. |
 |
Are you ready to export? Do you have questions about where and how to market your products? A good marketing plan is an essential first step. Use this module to help you develop a successful strategy that will work for you. |
 |
This module offers valuable tools for how to plan for production from the time you receive a purchase order. Find answers to your questions about timelines, quality control, and costing and pricing. |
 |
There are a lot of details to manage when exporting. Be sure you know about correct labeling, good packing, documentation, and certifications by reviewing this module before you ship! |
 |
Have you wondered what the building blocks are for a healthy and growing export organization? Learn the essentials for business and financial planning. |
 |
Fair Trade is bringing positive change to the lives of artisans and farmers around the world by creating a sustainable, more equitable trade model. Learn more about Fair Trade and the organizations in various regions of the world that are active in building and promoting it. |