The Extended Home: Redefining CARICOM’s Role in Agri-Business Exportation- from Dr Lincoln E Bobb’s Thesis

In the global race for foreign exchange, the allure of North American and European markets often dominates the conversation. However, Dr. Lincoln Bobb’s thesis on the agri-business sector in Trinidad and Tobago unveils a critical, often overlooked narrative: the vital, distinct relevance of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). Dr. Bobb’s research challenges the notion that CARICOM is...

From Local Soil to Global Shelves: Unlocking the Export Potential of Trinidad & Tobago’s Agri-Business- Excerpts from Dr. Lincoln E Bobb’s Thesis

From Local Soil to Global Shelves: Unlocking the Export Potential of Trinidad & Tobago’s Agri-Business By Winnow Consultants and Associates For Small Island Developing States (SIDS) like Trinidad and Tobago, the agricultural sector represents more than just food security; it is a vital engine for earning foreign exchange and diversifying a vulnerable economy. But what exactly separates...

Bobb’s 5 I’s Model for Continuous Firm Innovation by Dr. L. E. Bobb (Part 1)

Introduction In today's relentlessly evolving global landscape, the ability to not only adapt but to proactively innovate stands as the cornerstone of organizational survival and flourishing. The winds of change sweep across industries with increasing ferocity, demanding a paradigm shift from reactive adjustments to ingrained cultures of continuous improvement and groundbreaking creation. It is within this...

Using Customer Experiences (CX) to Build Your- with CX Expert Dr William Huggins

Introduction Nope.....Not at all!!! One must never ever confuse Customer Service with Customer Experience. They are totally different. Customer Service is focused on delivering a service at the point of interaction. Customer Experience is a far more in-depth, strategic, Tactical, Customer-centric and employee-centric approach. It forces the business owner/strategist to analyse the output and outcome of the product or...

Basic export strategies – Understanding Uppsala, Network and Born-Globals

Introduction Are you thinking of exporting that product and /or service? If yes, I would like to tell you about some of the approaches firms have undertaken while trying to get their products beyond their shores. Understanding these different approaches can help you to develop your strategies and even assess the strategies of your competitors. We...