On: August 9, 2021 By: Arnesh Roy
Confused about 600 series ECCNs? You're not alone! Items included in the 600 series previously appeared on the USML but were transferred to the EAR to loosen restrictions and make it easier to export these items to NATO countries. Here's what you need to know to ensure your products are correctly classified.
On: August 4, 2021 By: David Noah
Under the Incoterms 2020 rules, Free Alongside Ship (FAS) means the seller has fulfilled its obligation when the goods are made available alongside the ship. This term should only be used for sea and inland waterway transport and usually only for non-containerized bulk cargo, such as oil or grain.
On: July 28, 2021 By: David Noah
Do you really need a trade compliance certification to be a professional exporter? I share my thoughts—and six other aspects of export compliance that companies should instead (or also) consider.
On: July 26, 2021 By: Richard Corson
Not conducting due diligence on an international buyer could be a costly mistake if you're an exporter. Learn about the International Company Profile (ICP) and other resources you should consider using before taking on a new business partner.
On: July 19, 2021 By: Alberto Rodriguez-Baez
Follow this International Distributor Screening and Selection Process to ensure you're choosing distributors that will deliver results for your company. Exporters just winging the selection process, hoping for the best, are likely missing out on the most qualified, most productive candidates.
On: July 14, 2021 By: David Noah
This last year made clear that exporters need to reexamine their handling of inventory and warehousing. In this article, I’ll discuss the differences between using freight forwarders and third-party logistics (3PL) companies for these jobs, and how to identify the right partner for your needs.
On: July 7, 2021 By: Matthew Silverman
During on-site meetings or site tours, companies must be aware of the export-controlled documents, products and technology that could be viewed or discussed. We offer tips to create a visitor management program that protects against export violations.
On: June 23, 2021 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
Supply chain visibility—the ability to see and know what's happening at all stages of your company's supply chain—helps businesses avoid risk and sets them up for growth and success. We share five things you can do to build a reliable supply chain, so your company is prepared to handle disruptions.
On: June 2, 2021 By: Helen Mann
To wrap up World Trade Month, we've compiled 31 facts about world trade, one for each day in May. They demonstrate just how tumultuous the last year has been for importers and exporters.
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