Foreign Trade Intelligence Centers in Türkiye: The Impact of Global Trade Dynamics and Advances in Big Data

Export-oriented growth strategies have been pivotal in shaping critical economic indicators such as national income, growth rates, industrialization, and employment, thereby assuming a determinative role in the global economy. In response to the growing complexity of international trade and the intensification of global competition, governments have introduced a range of both explicit and implicit support mechanisms. These measures are to guide firms toward global markets while concurrently enhancing their ability to strengthen their competitive advantage. This shift has precipitated a substantial increase in the demand for precise, timely, and actionable data, which has become indispensable for entering international markets, evaluating risks, forecasting trends, and adapting to the dynamic nature of global trade. In this landscape, advanced data technologies have emerged as transformative drivers of change in international trade. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the foreign trade intelligence centers recently established in Türkiye, with particular emphasis on their operational structures and competitive intelligence frameworks in the context of global trade dynamics and big data advancements. In addition, the research identifies key areas where improvements are necessary to enhance the effectiveness of the centers, offering critical insights into how Türkiye can optimize its trade intelligence capabilities