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Skyminder on credit information:

Skyminder is one of databases that we use in doing research on companies.

Obtaining business credit information outside the United States can be very challenging, time consuming and expensive. One reason for this is that there does not exist today a single go to source of information that can effectively cover more than a handful of countries. An information source may be strong in Europe but weak in Latin America. Global companies need to have access to multiple sources of information.

As an aggregator of business information sources, SkyMinder provides a portal through which our clients have access to more than 40 unique companies around the world. Collectively, they provide coverage in more than 230 countries. We are literally able to provide a freshly investigated report on any company in any country in the world for much less than the “traditional” providers. And SkyMinder offers a choice of providers in each country so that you are never  sole sourced.

With SkyMinder, there are no subscriptions. You do not need to estimate your information needs and purchase a number of reports in advance, potentially having to address a “use it or lose it” scenario. You may even choose a “pay-as-you-go” option and charge the price of the report to a credit card.

SkyMinder has a very simple interface that is easy to use. If you would like to access a brochure or register for a free trial, please go to www.skyminder.com.

The standard report will contain, if available, the following:

• Company identification – name, address, etc
• Company information – legal status, line of business, date of foundation and registration
• Risk score and recommended credit limit
• Legal filings – derogatory information
• Board of Directors
• Related entities through common ownership
• Financial informaiton

For further information, please contact Mike Lindenmuth at 813-636-0981, Ex. 237 or email Mike at [email protected]

Balkin Information Services invites vendors to submit short descriptions of their products and services and how they can help with research. Email [email protected] for information.