On: July 19, 2021 By: Alberto Rodriguez-Baez
Follow this International Distributor Screening and Selection Process to ensure you're choosing distributors that will deliver results for your company. Exporters just winging the selection process, hoping for the best, are likely missing out on the most qualified, most productive candidates.
On: July 14, 2021 By: David Noah
This last year made clear that exporters need to reexamine their handling of inventory and warehousing. In this article, I’ll discuss the differences between using freight forwarders and third-party logistics (3PL) companies for these jobs, and how to identify the right partner for your needs.
On: July 7, 2021 By: Matthew Silverman
During on-site meetings or site tours, companies must be aware of the export-controlled documents, products and technology that could be viewed or discussed. We offer tips to create a visitor management program that protects against export violations.
On: June 23, 2021 By: Dr. Cheryl McCloud
Supply chain visibility—the ability to see and know what's happening at all stages of your company's supply chain—helps businesses avoid risk and sets them up for growth and success. We share five things you can do to build a reliable supply chain, so your company is prepared to handle disruptions.
On: June 2, 2021 By: Helen Mann
To wrap up World Trade Month, we've compiled 31 facts about world trade, one for each day in May. They demonstrate just how tumultuous the last year has been for importers and exporters.
On: March 22, 2021 By: David Noah
Intellectual property (IP) theft of patents and trademarks costs U.S. exporters more than $600 billion a year, and that number is on the rise. You need to understand these 10 common terms to manage this critical and challenging aspect of international trade.
On: March 17, 2021 By: David Noah
Once you've determined that a letter of credit is the best way to get paid for your export, you not only need to properly prepare the letter of credit. A mistake during any part of the process means not getting paid on time! Avoid these seven common mistakes that exporters make.
On: March 8, 2021 By: Catherine J. Petersen
Exporters need to understand the different payment options available for an international transaction, along with the corresponding risks, benefits and costs. Use this guidance to help choose the best option and ensure you get paid.
On: February 22, 2021 By: Arnesh Roy
Some products require a license before they can be exported from the United States, but a license exception may be available depending on their value or destination. Here's how to determine if a license exception is available for your exports.
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