On: November 2, 2022 By: David Noah
Exporters use a Shipper's Letter of Instruction (SLI) to provide shipping instructions to their freight forwarders. It's a letter that tells your agent/forwarder how and where they need to send your products. It may also include the information they need to file your EEI through AESDirect.
On: October 31, 2022 By: David Noah
Supply chain management is how a business gets its product from Point A to Point B, including all logistics, risks and risk mitigation taken. By streamlining the supply chain, companies can save money on inventory costs, transportation costs and other operational expenses.
On: October 5, 2022 By: David Noah
It doesn't matter if your company is large or small. If you export, you need to comply with export regulations. Too many companies put export compliance on the back burner because they think it's too difficult to implement. But with the right tools—software designed for that purpose—it's easy to do right.
On: August 31, 2022 By: David Noah
Shipping your freight by ocean is the cheapest mode of transportation (and the most common choice for international exporting). Learn when it makes sense to ship by sea, how it is priced, how long it takes and when you should consider a different option.
On: August 22, 2022 By: David Noah
Shipping freight by air may be more expensive than other modes of transportation, but there are times when it makes sense and not just because it’s often the fastest option. Learn what can and cannot be shipped by air, how rates are calculated and how it compares to ocean freight.
On: July 13, 2022 By: David Noah
Exporters and importers are sometimes confused about the differences between the Incoterms 2020 rules FOB and CIF. Who is responsible for paying for what during the international journey? When does risk transfer from the seller to the buyer? We explain the differences.
On: June 27, 2022 By: David Noah
A non-free trade agreement certificate of origin is a document issued by an exporter that confirms and certifies the country of origin of its products. It is issued by the exporter, stamped by a chamber of commerce and supported by a commercial invoice declaring the same information.
On: June 22, 2022 By: David Noah
Also called an import-export coordinator or a logistics coordinator, an export coordinator is the point person for ensuring a company’s international cargo, goods and products are shipped in the most timely, efficient and compliant manner. When is the right time to hire one for your company?
On: June 1, 2022 By: David Noah
Successful exporters are able to coordinate a team of people within and outside their companies to ensure their goods reach their final destination on time, on budget, undamaged and without surprise. Here are four tips for managing an export team when one or more team members work remote.
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