Is Your Cargo Too Big or Frequent? Why You Need a Reliable Partner
Read Time: 4 min. Oversized shipments can be tricky. Each state has unique requirements for shipping oversized or wide items, so it can be challenging to determine the precise rules you need to follow. You’ll need to arrange for escorts, and there may be restrictions in place that will impact when you can travel and […]
Reasons Why Your Business Should Ally with a Customs Broker
Read Time: 4 min. If you are in the export business, you know how critical a smooth customs process is to your success. Any delays could result in unhappy customers or have profound cost implications that eat away at your bottom line. In light of these concerns, partnering with a customs broker is smart business. […]
Export Procedures and Documentation: DTS In-Depth Guide Part 3: Classification and Compliance
Read Time: 4 min. If you haven’t already done so, be sure to read parts 1 & 2 in our export documentation series. Classifying Your Products for International Export Classification of export products can be a bit confusing at first. However, it’s critical to get it right because you, as the exporter, are responsible for […]
Export Procedures and Documentation In-Depth Guide Part 2: Incoterms
Read Time: 4 min. This is part two in a series on export procedures and documentation. Today, we’re going to talk about some of the most common terms in the international supply chain—freight incoterms—and outline what you need to know about them. What Are Incoterms and Why Do They Matter? Incoterms is a shortened version […]
Export Procedures and Documentation: DTS In-Depth Guide Part I
Read Time: 4 min. If you are an exporter or considering entering the global export market, you probably already know the potential. The export industry can be highly profitable if you follow the rules and adhere to all the guidelines. However, it can go the other way very quickly if you don’t have all your […]
What Is the Main Role of a Customs House Broker? And Why Is It So Important to Have A “Trust Partner” On This?
Read Time: 4 min. Customs house brokers do so much more than just managing customs-related matters. They also play a critical role in facilitating international trade, including ensuring security, trade compliance, and every link in the supply chain. As such, they are a vital component of your company’s financial health and can help to ensure […]
Cargo And Freight: Predictions and Trends for The Future
Read Time: 4 min. As the supply chain and logistics industry continues to struggle in the wake of pandemic disruption, we can pretty much throw all previous methods of forecasting out the window. We’ve learned to expect the unexpected, to adapt quickly when faced with challenges, and to triumph over adversity in ways we might not […]