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David Noah

As president of Shipping Solutions, I've helped thousands of exporters more efficiently create accurate export documents and stay compliant with import-export regulations. Our Shipping Solutions software eliminates redundant data entry, which allows you to create your export paperwork up to five-times faster than using templates and reduces the chances of making the types of errors that could slow down your shipments and make it more difficult to get paid. I frequently write and speak on export documentation, regulations and compliance issues.

How to Export: The Beginner's 4-Step Path to Success

International Sales & Marketing

On: June 21, 2017 By: David Noah

How to Export: The Beginner's 4-Step Path to Success

If you want to know how to export your goods, this article is the perfect place to start. It lists four clear steps to get you started today.

Classifying Your Products for International Trade: HS, HTS and Schedule B Codes

Export Compliance

On: June 5, 2017 By: David Noah

Classifying Your Products for International Trade: HS, HTS and Schedule B Codes

Many exporters are puzzled by the Harmonized System (HS), the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS), and Schedule B Codes. This article can help.

4 Steps for Ensuring a Good Relationship with Your Freight Forwarder

International Sales & Marketing

On: April 26, 2017 By: David Noah

4 Steps for Ensuring a Good Relationship with Your Freight Forwarder

To be successful, exporters need to establish good relationships with their partners, including their freight forwarders. Here are 4 tips for success.

4 Reasons to Audit Your Company’s Export Procedures

Export Compliance

On: November 30, 2016 By: David Noah

4 Reasons to Audit Your Company’s Export Procedures

The worst time to be thinking about how to handle an export compliance audit is when an agent from the Office of Export Enforcement shows up at your door. Make it a priority to audit your company's export compliance procedures before an issue arises by following these procedures.

4 Steps for Ensuring Accurate Export Documents

Export Forms

On: November 9, 2016 By: David Noah

4 Steps for Ensuring Accurate Export Documents

A small typo on your export documents could cost your company more than you would imagine. Follow these 4 steps to avoid potential export problems.

Export Codes, Classifications and Numbers, Oh My!

Export Compliance

On: April 18, 2016 By: David Noah

Export Codes, Classifications and Numbers, Oh My!

For exporters, figuring out the dozens of codes, classifications and numbers can be scary. We'll help you figure out what's what!

What's a Letter of Credit? (Infographic)

International Sales & Marketing

On: December 14, 2015 By: David Noah

What's a Letter of Credit? (Infographic)

This infographic illustrates how a letter of credit is used in exporting & importing to ensure the seller gets paid and the buyer receives the goods.

International Sales & Marketing

On: September 16, 2015 By: David Noah

8 Free Resources for Training Exporters

If you have a limited budget for training your employees about export regulations, here are several free resources that can help you get up and running.

13 Essential LinkedIn Groups for Exporters

International Sales & Marketing

On: May 27, 2015 By: David Noah

13 Essential LinkedIn Groups for Exporters

Here are 13 essential LinkedIn exporting groups you can use to network, increase your knowledge, and interact with customers.

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