STEP 1: Determine your industry's growth for the next 3 years.
Talk to people in the same business or industry, research industry-specific magazines, attend trade fairs and seminars.
STEP 2: Research how competitive your industry is in the global markets.
Utilize the National Trade Data Bank (NTDB), obtain import/export statistics from the Bureau of the Census, and contact the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) or the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) district office in your area.
STEP 3: Find out your industry's future growth in the
international market.