On: December 4, 2023 By: David Noah
Once an international sale is made, the hard work is just beginning. You need to ship the goods to your buyer in a timely manner and make sure you get paid in full and on time. The key for both is to provide accurate export documents. Here we explain 11 of the most common export forms.
On: November 29, 2023 By: Roberto Bergami
Banks play an essential role in international trade, but exporters and importers aren't always aware of the risks involved with dealing with certain banks, just as there are risks in doing business in certain countries. Here's how to review and analyze those potential risks.
On: November 27, 2023 By: David Noah
Canada is often the first place many U.S. exporters look to share their goods. This article looks at the history of U.S. trade with Canada, how NAFTA and now the USMCA have altered trade with Canada, the process of exporting to Canada, and considerations for breaking into the Canadian market.
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: David Noah
At first glance, the differences between a proforma and commercial invoice appear small. But when you understand how and when both types of invoices are properly used in an import-export transaction, you see how important it is to accurately complete both forms.
On: November 6, 2023 By: Kari Crane
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