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: Kari Crane
International Trade Briefing keeps you on top of the latest news and developments important to exporters and importers. Watch the November edition now.
On: November 1, 2023 By: Roberto Bergami
The World Bank's annual Doing Business report analyzes 10 key elements of doing business in a particular country. We explain the key aspects of the report and how to use it to measure the risk of doing business abroad.
On: October 30, 2023 By: Mitch Kostoulakos
It's not uncommon for logistics managers to leave finance to the accountants, but those who don't, or those that at least have a basic understanding of financial concepts, will be better positioned to be successful supply chain managers.
On: October 25, 2023 By: David Noah
Nations can impose different types of trade barriers to discourage exports to their country. Tariffs are a common one, but there are non-tariff trade barriers they can also use. We identify 14 common barriers and how you can overcome them.
On: October 18, 2023 By: Roberto Bergami
Learn how exporters and importers can leverage the World Bank's Business Ready (B-READY) report to measure risk and navigate the complexities of foreign markets. The report rates how difficult elements of doing business will be, including starting a business, obtaining permits and finding accurate credit information on trading partners.
On: October 11, 2023 By: Richard Corson
The renewable energy sector's exponential growth, fueled in part by AI innovations and EU commitments, opens doors for American exporters. From Europe's ambitious renewable energy goals to projects in Asia-Pacific and Africa, there are many opportunities available to U.S. companies willing to step into this competitive but lucrative market.
On: October 11, 2023 By: David Noah
In this episode of A Deeper Look, Alex Cotoia of Volkov Law talks more about his blog post, 'BIS Signals New Enforcement Initiative for Antiboycott Compliance—Pratt and Whitney Settles Antiboycott Violations.' Alex explains more about the recent uptick in enforcement actions from BIS and what companies need to do to ensure they're in compliance.
On: October 9, 2023 By: Roberto Bergami
Successful exporters and importers measure the risk of doing business with other countries. The Country Risk Assessment Model (CRAM) is one way to measure this risk. It considers several financial and economic factors, along with the likelihood of extraordinary events (war, civil disturbance, natural disasters) in its rating of countries around the world.
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