David Noah

David Noah

David Noah is the founder and president of Shipping Solutions, a software company that develops and sells export documentation and compliance software targeted at U.S. companies that export. David is a frequent speaker on export documentation and compliance issues and has published several articles on the topic.

On: January 10, 2024     By: David Noah

Exporting to Brazil: What You Need to Know

Despite the fact that exporters to Brazil face high taxes, high import tariffs and a complicated tax system, Brazil is the 8th largest economy in the world and the United States’ 9th largest export market of goods. Here’s what you need to know to be successful in the Brazilian market.

On: December 4, 2023     By: David Noah

11 Documents Required for Exporting

Once an international sale is made, the hard work is just beginning. You need to ship the goods to your buyer in a timely manner and make sure you get paid in full and on time. The key for both is to provide accurate export documents. Here we explain 11 of the most common export forms.

On: November 27, 2023     By: David Noah

Exporting to Canada: What You Need to Know

Canada is often the first place many U.S. exporters look to share their goods. This article looks at the history of U.S. trade with Canada, how NAFTA and now the USMCA have altered trade with Canada, the process of exporting to Canada, and considerations for breaking into the Canadian market.

On: November 20, 2023     By: David Noah

Checking Lists Isn't Enough for Export Compliance

A strong export compliance program includes checking all the parties in an export transaction against the more than 125 U.S. restricted party or denied party lists. Shipping Solutions' Restricted Party Screening Wizard makes checking those lists quick and easy.

On: November 6, 2023     By: David Noah

Proforma vs. Commercial Invoice: What’s the Difference?

At first glance, the differences between a proforma and commercial invoice appear small. But when you understand how and when both types of invoices are properly used in an import-export transaction, you see how important it is to accurately complete both forms.

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