On: November 20, 2023 By: David Noah
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 15, 2023 By: Roberto Bergami
When evaluating potential foreign markets for your products, it's important to understand whether those markets encourage competitive business behaviors or whether they protect entrenched companies and institutions. Fair competition is good; unfair competition is not good.
On: November 13, 2023 By: Arnesh Roy
The process for determining whether a product requires an export license depends on identifying the proper Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) and determining export destination. You can make a determination by thumbing through the regulations or relying on export compliance software.
On: November 8, 2023 By: Mitch Kostoulakos
The World Bank Logistics Performance Index (LPI) ranks countries based in part on customs efficiency, infrastructure quality and shipment timeliness. We take a look at how the U.S. fared in the 2023 ranking, key takeaways and the countries that scored in the top 10.
On: November 6, 2023 By: Kari Crane
International Trade Briefing keeps you on top of the latest news and developments important to exporters and importers. Watch the November edition now.
On: November 1, 2023 By: Roberto Bergami
The World Bank's annual Doing Business report analyzes 10 key elements of doing business in a particular country. We explain the key aspects of the report and how to use it to measure the risk of doing business abroad.
On: October 30, 2023 By: Mitch Kostoulakos
It's not uncommon for logistics managers to leave finance to the accountants, but those who don't, or those that at least have a basic understanding of financial concepts, will be better positioned to be successful supply chain managers.
On: October 25, 2023 By: David Noah
Nations can impose different types of trade barriers to discourage exports to their country. Tariffs are a common one, but there are non-tariff trade barriers they can also use. We identify 14 common barriers and how you can overcome them.
On: October 18, 2023 By: Roberto Bergami
Learn how exporters and importers can leverage the World Bank's Doing Business report to measure risk and navigate the complexities of foreign markets. The report rates how difficult elements of doing business will be, including starting a business, obtaining permits and finding accurate credit information on trading partners.
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