The ABCs of CBP’s Single Window Initiativ...
The ABCs of CBP’s Single Window Initiative
Desperately needed relief arrived for U.S. importers and exporters in January 2017 when the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency’s “Single Window […]
Read MoreA Guide to Shipping Dangerous Products
A Guide to Shipping Dangerous Products
Whatever industry you work in, there’s a good chance you’ll find yourself shipping something that qualifies as a hazardous material. Many products […]
Read MoreDirect Ship Vendor Solutions Mean Faster eC...
Direct Ship Vendor Solutions Mean Faster eCommerce Deliveries, Improved Efficiency
When online home furnishings retailer Wayfair first launched its site back in 2002, it was far from the inventory-rich, efficiency-focused operation consumers know […]
Read MoreCanada Tightens Customs Procedures, Increas...
Canada Tightens Customs Procedures, Increases Penalties After Audit Report
U.S. businesses that ship to Canada will have an unwelcome surprise awaiting them should they run afoul of Canadian customs mandates. In March […]
Read MoreHow to Minimize the Threat of Theft of Your...
How to Minimize the Threat of Theft of Your Shipments
When it comes to the supply chain industry, there are many considerations that go into the day-to-day operations. From completing orders to loading […]
Read MoreShipping From Canada to the U.S. vs. Shippi...
Shipping From Canada to the U.S. vs. Shipping From the U.S. to Canada: What Are the Differences?
Since the creation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (USMCA) in 1994 — and its subsequent renegotiation in 2018 — trade between […]
Read MoreIs Your Supply Chain Canada-Ready? Five Tip...
Is Your Supply Chain Canada-Ready? Five Tips to Ensuring a Highly Effective Canadian Logistics Strategy.
A key takeaway from an October 2017 roundtable discussion among shippers and carriers was the growing demand by shippers for more visibility, better […]
Read MoreWhat Is the Duty Drawback Program, and How ...
What Is the Duty Drawback Program, and How Can Business Owners Participate?
Importing and exporting between nations is a complex, time-consuming process that requires experienced logistics experts to ensure businesses maintain profit margins, comply with […]
Read MoreFree Trade Agreements Drive Export Opportun...
Free Trade Agreements Drive Export Opportunities
A mid-2018 public opinion survey conducted by Pew Research found almost 60 percent of Americans believe free trade agreements (FTAs) between the United […]
Read MoreOverview of the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Sche...
Overview of the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule
The United States voted to adopt the international Harmonized System through the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988. That legislation authorized the […]
Read MoreProper Tariff Classification – A Vita...
Proper Tariff Classification – A Vital Part of Customs Compliance
Is the Snuggie a blanket or a piece of clothing? And why does it matter? The Snuggie, a fleece blanket with sleeves, became […]
Read MoreEnsuring Current Good Manufacturing Practic...
Ensuring Current Good Manufacturing Practice Standards Across the Medical Device Supply Chain
Although device manufacturers remain wholly liable for compliance with all FDA regulatory requirements, supply chain partners — logistics providers, warehouse operators, fulfillment centers, […]
Read MoreWhen Is It Time to Expand to Canada?
When Is It Time to Expand to Canada?
Management at one Wisconsin-based outdoor apparel manufacturer knew the time was right to expand eCommerce operations to Canada when inquiries from would-be Canadian […]
Read MoreHow to Leverage Your Existing eCommerce Inf...
How to Leverage Your Existing eCommerce Infrastructure When Expanding to Canada
A U.S. business with an existing eCommerce platform has an obvious advantage in planning an expansion to Canada since the “bones” for an […]
Read MorePreparing Your Logistics Strategy for Today...
Preparing Your Logistics Strategy for Today’s Advanced Manufacturing Practices
A December 2016 segment on the CBS News program 60 Minutes examined the economic growth taking place in a region of Mississippi known […]
Read MoreThe Logistics of Canadian eCommerce
The Logistics of Canadian eCommerce
U.S. businesses operating in Canada learn quickly that a logistics plan that works well in the U.S. cannot simply be transferred to Canada. […]
Read MoreEncouraging U.S. Businesses to Export – O...
Encouraging U.S. Businesses to Export – One Company at a Time
The U.S. Commerce Department reports that less than one percent of all U.S. businesses export, and of those that do, most only sell […]
Read MoreHoliday Shipping Guide: Spread Holiday Chee...
Holiday Shipping Guide: Spread Holiday Cheer with an Investment in Smarter Logistics
There are many reasons people choose online shopping over physical shopping. One of the biggest reasons is the convenience of shopping from their […]
Read MoreIs Your Logistics Provider Up to the Task?
Is Your Logistics Provider Up to the Task?
Most businesses quickly learn that omni-channel success and good customer service are highly improbable without a strong third-party partner, usually a third-party logistics […]
Read MoreInsight for Effective Online Returns Manage...
Insight for Effective Online Returns Management
The Wall Street Journal reported on a Massachusetts consumer who ordered 10 pairs of corduroy pants in varying sizes and colors from a […]
Read MoreThe High Cost of Poor Customer Service
The High Cost of Poor Customer Service
Few things are as destructive to a brand’s good name as a shipment that arrives damaged and late. One Wisconsin-based manufacturer of customized […]
Read MoreSmarter Packaging Can Help Minimize Shippin...
Smarter Packaging Can Help Minimize Shipping Charges
As many retailers are painfully aware, dimensional weight pricing is now in effect for U.S. ground shipments. The new pricing strategy was implemented […]
Read MoreExport Tips for eCommerce Success
Export Tips for eCommerce Success
The good news is, according to eBay’s US Small Business Global Growth Report, more than 90 percent of businesses operating via the eBay platform […]
Read MoreWhy Pay Premium Costs for Non-Rush Shipment...
Why Pay Premium Costs for Non-Rush Shipments?
Does it ever seem like you’re operating, well, on auto-pilot when it comes to determining service levels for your airline parts shipments? Such […]
Read MoreFreight Payment Providers Offer Top-Level D...
Freight Payment Providers Offer Top-Level Data Analysis, Visibility into Spending
The typical business spends $11 to manually process each and every invoice. Now think about the number of invoices that come in and out of […]
Read MoreMedical Device Exporters Face Haphazard Cus...
Medical Device Exporters Face Haphazard Customs/Regulatory Challenges
On the one hand, export opportunities have never been better for U.S. medical device manufacturers, as global demand continues to grow for high […]
Read MoreHas Your Warehouse Strategy Kept Pace with ...
Has Your Warehouse Strategy Kept Pace with Omni-Channel Demands?
Behind every successful e-commerce transaction is a detailed fulfillment process about which the typical consumer could care less. Really! What consumers do care […]
Read MoreDon’t Let Customs Issues Exacerbate an AO...
Don’t Let Customs Issues Exacerbate an AOG situation
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could choose the location of your next AOG emergency, so you could ensure that urgently needed parts […]
Read MoreFor U.S. Businesses, Lots of Optimism with ...
For U.S. Businesses, Lots of Optimism with a Heavy Dose of Uncertainty
When Dow Chemical CEO Andrew Liveris emerged from a mid-February meeting with President Trump and senior administration officials, he told waiting members of the media: […]
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