Tariff classification basics
Tariff classification can be confusing—even for the experts! But getting your classification right is a crucial aspect of any import/export business.
Collaborating with border agencies: 4 ways to build credibility
Traditional perceptions of customs and border agencies evokes an Us vs. Them dynamic. Border agencies are seen as suspicious gatekeepers looking for problems.
Single Window Initiative (SWI) - Survival Guide #3: Importing Plant Cuttings
The new SWI landscape The Single Window Initiative means several changes for importers:
Importing into Canada: A Step-By-Step Process
When you're running a business and you have plans for importing into Canada, it's important to understand the process. Whether you're a U.S. business looking to sell your goods in Canada or your business is located in another country, our step-by-step process will make importing into Canada much easier.
How climate change is affecting supply chains
At the end of April, 110 shipping companies signed a letter calling for mandatory slow-steaming to be adopted by the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) greenhouse gas (GHG) working group. The letter did not include the signatures of any container carriers, and has created quite a stir. There are ongoing.
Logistics 101: Customs Basics
Entering the complex business of import and export can be intense and overwhelming. Our Logistics 101 series is a gentle introduction and an easy-to-follow guide through turbulent, ever-changing waters. We aren’t going to just toss you a compass and wish you luck; we’re in the boat with you, guiding you safely to.
Single Window Initiative (SWI) - Survival Guide #2: Beef and Pork
The new SWI landscape The Single Window Initiative means several changes for importers:
Working with a Freight Forwarder: Part 2
Last week, we shared eight great reasons to choose a freight forwarder instead of working directly with a carrier to move your shipments. This week, we dive deeper into the work a freight forwarder does before your shipment even leaves your warehouse.
8 Reasons To Choose A Freight Forwarder
When you’re moving a shipment, it may be tempting to go directly to a carrier rather than working with a freight forwarder. What added value does a forwarder bring? Here are eight great examples.
