A considering number of Canadian Small Businesses do not possess an export division. This is understandable; starting up an export division involves an important investment, both in terms of time and money. Furthermore, there are no guaranteed results. This is why, even today, the international development of a small business is still considered by many, as risky. The amounts swallowed into the development of an export division may very well jeopardize the future of a business. According to classical theories, a small business must be quite solid before engaging in the export business. There is, however, an alternate solution : entrust the international development of your business to a team whose principal activity consists of managing international transactions.