Export Finance and Insurance Corporation (EFIC), Australia’s export credit agency, has launched its second annual Global Readiness index (GRi). First launched in 2008, the GRi allows Australian exporters to compare their offshore investment models against others on a state and national level, and within their industry peer groups. Questions are based on current drivers, decision-making processes, risks and barriers that Australian exporters and offshore investors face in an increasingly globalised and, at times, uncertain business world.

This unique study will provide Australian business with a comprehensive picture of the opportunities and challenges on the path to participating in today’s global supply chains. It will also compare results with those from the 2008 survey, and is expected to show some interesting insights as a result of the current global economic uncertainty.

By participating, you will benefit by receiving a customised benchmark report which will allow you to compare your export models against others on a state and national level, and within your industry peer groups. You will also receive a copy of the full research results and commentary in April 2009.

In addition, the first 250 respondents to complete the Global Readiness index will receive two Hoyts movie passes.

To participate in the 2009 EFIC GRi visit http://www.efic.gov.au/gri/aiia. For more information on the 2008 results, please visit www.efic.gov.au/gri.