David Noah

David Noah

As president of Shipping Solutions, I've helped thousands of exporters more efficiently create accurate export documents and stay compliant with import-export regulations. Our Shipping Solutions software eliminates redundant data entry, which allows you to create your export paperwork up to five-times faster than using templates and reduces the chances of making the types of errors that could slow down your shipments and make it more difficult to get paid. I frequently write and speak on export documentation, regulations and compliance issues.

On: January 20, 2025     By: David Noah

The Export Shipping Documentation Process

There are a number of important steps that you must be follow to successfully complete an export transaction. We outline eight of those steps, along with the export documents you need to prepare to go along with each step—so you can successfully ship your goods and get paid on time.

On: January 8, 2025     By: David Noah

When Can You Throw Away Your Export Documents?

Most export regulations require you to keep copies of your export documents for a minimum of five years, but recent changes have bumped that requirement to 10 years in some situations. Learn how the updated rules affect document retention timelines, when the retention period starts and which export documents you must save.

On: December 18, 2024     By: David Noah

What You Need to Know about Export License Exceptions

An export license exception allows you to export or re-export items subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) that would otherwise require a license. We explain the license exceptions available and the four steps for determining if your export is eligible.

On: December 16, 2024     By: David Noah

Incoterms 2020 EXW: Spotlight on Ex Works

Under the Incoterms 2020 rules, Ex Works (EXW) means the seller has fulfilled its obligation when the goods are made available to the buyer, usually at the seller’s location. Although it may sound like a great term for an exporter to use, there are reasons to avoid this international trade term.

On: December 9, 2024     By: David Noah

The Automated Export System (AES) Downtime Policy

When exporting, companies may need to file their export information electronically to the Automated Export System (AES) before the goods leave the country. But what if AES isn't working? That's when Census and CBP may activate the AES Downtime Policy. Here's what you need to know.

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