Global growth brings data complexity

Operating internationally opens new opportunities - but it also introduces challenges when it comes to accessing reliable, consistent business information.

Differences in reporting standards, data availability and update frequency across countries can make it difficult to build a clear and accurate view of risk.

International business data challenges

Lack of coverage

  • Many jurisdictions have limited reporting requirements

  • Reports are often incomplete

Multiple suppliers

  • Multiple suppliers to cover international

  • Increased integration complexity

  • Multiple contracts and invoices

Global consistency

  • Global format differences make it difficult for users to compare reports

  • Requires multiple credit policies

  • Increase complexity of technical integrations

Stale data

  • Reports are often out of date by several years

  • Difficult to rely on risk analysis and recommendations

Experian brings global business data to where you do business

From the EU’s real-time financial transparency to emerging markets with evolving infrastructure, data availability varies widely across regions. Our regional expertise helps provide timely insights wherever you do business – with credit strategies tailored to each market.

One connection

One connection to trusted business data, worldwide

Global Data Network overview

Experian has built a global commercial data network that enables seamless delivery of global business data through a single platform.

Global Data Network (GDN) leverages Experian’s existing global footprint and data assets through its international bureaus, combined with data from international partners (BIGnet Alliance) and direct research.

Business outcomes

By accessing integrated data from respected providers around the world through one connection, you have more time to focus on solving problems that will drive your business forward. 

Experian’s Global Data Network provides deeper visibility into your international customers and vendors – both prospects and existing – designed to provide timely and accessible business information to support decision-making. This data can help organisations assess risk and support management of exposure to late payments and defaults.

The world in one place

The world in one place

Strong coverage of businesses in over 200 countries and jurisdictions globally 

Providing clients with a mix of online and freshly investigated reports – Global Data Network delivers trusted data designed to support critical business decisions. 

Benefits of the Global Data Network

Trusted global sources

Data from Experian’s international bureaus, data alliance partners, and direct research

Global consistency

Data displayed in reports is standardised across the globe, including risk scores and key risk indicators .

Broad coverage

Business data from over 200 countries and jurisdictions, including online and freshly investigated reports for critical decisions.

Data currency

Support decision-making with timely data, supported by Big Net Network and our developed report service.

Seamless access

Available via a single, easy to use platform.

Wide range of reports

Select from a wide range of international reports tailored to your needs and budget.

Online report options

Global Data Network Company Profiles

A summarised snapshot of key elements associated with a business’s identity, supporting fraud risk assessment. Available for Global Data Network BigNet countries only.  

Global Data Network Risk Checks

Offers a straightforward credit assessment to help assist with your regulatory requirements. 

Including negative facts and a simple credit rating providing you with relevant information you need to be aware of when trading internationally. 

Global Data Network Standard Report

Enables you to gain deeper understanding into your customer’s financial performance. 

Additionally providing the latest balance sheet, profit and loss, and ratios for a well-rounded view of the business today. 

Global Data Network Premium Report

Supplies 3 years of company, consolidated and group financials to help you identify trends in evaluating risk. 

Includes a detailed 0 to 100 credit score, ultimate parent company and owner, and analyst comments – making this our most detailed international report designed to support credit assessment processes.

Standard Company Profile

A summarised snapshot of key elements associated with a business’s identity, supporting fraud risk assessment. Available globally. 

Global Credit Report

An alternative to the Global Data Network Premium Report, the Global Credit Report is a freshly investigated report available globally.

It provides a credit risk rating (1-8), up to 3 years financials, and detailed information on management, shareholder, corporate linkage and legal events. 

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