If entrepreneurs ignore borders, governments do not. Engaging in overseas activities involves far more than marketing considerations. Administrative, accounting, tax as well as legislative aspects must be seriously considered. Lack of know-how and planning can prove costly.

As a ship entering a harbour, you need a pilot to avoid pitfalls, IEC is a closely knit network of specialist firms operating in several countries covering all continents. This setup provides clients of all sizes engaging in cross-border activities with the best possible support and advice, or contacts for specific requirements, offering the following advantages:

• Easy access to reliable local expertise;
  
  
• Our support is naturally technical but we can also help you understand local customs and business conditions;
  
  
• Customised services. We do not have a rigid framework to apply. We listen to the client and propose the most suitable international structure and solution to contribute to business sustainability.
  
  
• The down to earth size of the organisation guarantees flexibility and timely response in the provision of local as well as cross-border services and information.
  
  
• Our structure is not top heavy and carries the minimum of centralised costs enabling us to be competitive yet rendering value to our clients.