On: August 23, 2023 By: Mitch Kostoulakos
Exporting Samples: What You Need to Know
To export samples without customs delays, penalties or service issues, you need to understand the three Ds: Documentation, Description and Dollars.
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On: July 19, 2023 By: David Noah
10 Steps for Correctly Completing a Shipper’s Letter of Instruction
Exporters often prepare a Shipper’s Letter of Instruction (SLI) that provides shipping instructions to their freight forwarders. In cases where they don't do their own AES filing, the SLI can also give forwarders authority to submit the electronic export information (EEI) through AESDirect.
On: July 7, 2023 By: David Noah
FAQ: Creating a Certificate of Origin for Your Exports
A Certificate of Origin form is often required by customs when importing goods. Since the exporter is usually the party that sourced the goods, they generally are the party that prepares the Certificate and gets it chamberized when required. Here are some frequently asked questions about COOs.
On: June 12, 2023 By: Kari Crane
Free Trade Agreements (FTAs): The Ultimate Guide for Exporters and Importers
Learn how businesses can expand their reach, reduce costs and stay competitive in international markets by using free trade agreements (FTAs). We explain strategies for leveraging FTAs (including how to position your supply chain), share compliance tips, and explain who can benefit most from FTAs.
On: June 6, 2023 By: Arnesh Roy
5 Reasons to Invest in Export Software—Reason 4: Stay Current (video)
There are five very good reasons to invest in export documentation software. Reason #4: A good export software program provides updates to the export forms when regulations and best practices change.
On: May 2, 2023 By: Arnesh Roy
5 Reasons to Invest in Export Software—Reason 3: Improve Accuracy (video)
There are five very good reasons to invest in export documentation software. Reason #3 is improving the accuracy of your documents.
On: May 1, 2023 By: David Noah
5 Excuses Exporters Should Avoid
Organizations that have a business disruption or disaster recovery plan in place are better prepared to respond to heretofore unthinkable problems like managing supply chain disruptions and monitoring and complying with ever-changing import and export compliance restrictions.
On: April 26, 2023 By: Kari Crane
Exporting Goods? How to Stay Ahead of Changing Import Regulations Abroad
Providing the correct documentation for your exports is crucial to avoid delays, but it can become particularly challenging when import regulations change in foreign countries. While there's no single resource for this information, following these five strategies can increase your chances of clearing customs and getting paid on time.
On: March 15, 2023 By: David Noah
Hiring an Export Documentation Specialist: What to Look For
Whether they work alone or as part of a team of people, export documentation specialists help companies generate accurate export documents that ensure timely delivery of goods, facilitate quick payments from customers, and stay compliant with export regulations.
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