On: October 21, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Learn the difference between generic and preferential certificates of origin, when chamber certification is needed and which document to use for your shipment.
On: October 7, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Word, Excel and fillable PDFs may work for export documents—until they don’t. Learn seven risks of manual templates and when it’s time to automate.
On: September 30, 2026 By: David Noah
With tariffs shifting and USMCA’s future unsettled, completing a Certificate of Origin isn’t always a slam dunk. Here are five reasons to say no.
On: September 14, 2026 By: David Noah
Many Shipping Solutions users started with our software as a temporary fix during ERP implementation—then chose to stick with it. Here are six reasons they prefer us over their ERP’s export module.
On: August 24, 2026 By: Arnesh Roy
Don't be overwhelmed by the hundreds of international shipping terms. We've published a glossary of more than 250 trade terms used by importers and exporters. Bookmark this page and refer to it when you stumble across a word or acronym that has you stumped.
On: August 12, 2026 By: Kari Crane
What’s the difference between a house bill of lading and a master bill of lading? One covers a single shipment, the other may include many. Learn how they work—and why it matters for your exports.
On: July 20, 2026 By: David Noah
Proforma and commercial invoices may look alike, but they serve very different purposes in the export process. Using the wrong form—or filling it out incorrectly—can delay your exports. We break down the key differences, explain when to use each one and provide tools to help you complete them accurately every time.
On: June 22, 2026 By: Kari Crane
Learn how U.S. exporters can use an ATA Carnet to temporarily ship tools, samples, trade show goods and professional equipment without paying duties and import taxes.
On: June 17, 2026 By: David Noah
Learn why export invoices require more detail than standard accounting invoices, what information to include, and how the right forms help prevent customs delays and payment problems.
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