On: July 24, 2024     By: David Noah

What Is a Bill of Lading: 3 Things You Need to Know

You need to know these three things about the inland bill of lading, the ocean bill of lading and the air waybill: (1) What is the definition of a bill of lading? (2) Where and when do I use a specific bill of lading? (3) Why do I need a bill of lading? Plus, download free samples.

On: March 27, 2024     By: Kari Crane

Top Exporting Challenges [Survey Data]

Unsure how your export practices compare to others? Our survey of exporters explores how they handle regulations, payment, costs, documentation and more. Plus, we share resources to navigate these challenges.

On: February 14, 2024     By: Kari Crane

Create a Bank Draft to Get Paid for Your Exports

If you're concerned about securing payment for your international exports, bank drafts offer a layer of trust and protection, especially when dealing with unfamiliar clients or regions. This article explains how they work, benefits for exporters, and how to use them with letters of credit and documentary collections.

On: February 12, 2024     By: Arnesh Roy

House Bill of Lading vs. Master Bill of Lading

A house bill of lading is always a receipt for a shipment from one exporter, while a master bill of lading is a receipt that could potentially cover the shipments of many exporters, as they are consolidated by the carrier into a larger shipment.

On: January 29, 2024     By: David Noah

USMCA Certificate of Origin Filling Software and How to Complete It

Learn how to create a USMCA certificate of origin, and how to simplify the process and eliminate redundant data entry with Shipping Solutions. Every time you create a certificate of origin—whether once a year or more frequently—you will have a record of the certificates you’ve created.

On: December 26, 2023     By: Arnesh Roy

5 Reasons to Invest in Export Documentation Software

Successful exporters know that accurate export documents are important for getting your goods to their final destination and making sure you get paid on time. Export documentation software allows you to quickly create your export forms and help you stay compliant with export regulations.

On: December 11, 2023     By: Kari Crane

What Is a Certificate of Analysis?

Especially in the pharmaceutical, food and chemical industries, you might need to include a certificate of analysis (COA) with your export documents. Learn who needs one, how to create one and the essential information it should contain—along with the consequences of noncompliance.

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