Ben Thompson
Highlights
- Experienced founders that have successfully founded International Trading Companies.
- Over 14+ years of Global Trade experience, buying and selling products all over the world.
- Developed innovative cloud software solutions to streamline global trade documentation for Small and Medium Businesses worldwide.
Created the Global Trade Newsletter, to inform and educate over 150K+ subscribers to help them succeed in global trade
About Ben Thompson
Ben is passionate about International Trade, Import/Export, International Shipping and connecting world markets. For the last 14 years Ben has specialized in importing and exporting goods around the world, and creating content and software solutions to help small and medium sized businesses to become successful in global trade.
After facing the many challenges of running their own trading company, in 2016 Ben Thompson and Brandon Boor founded IncoDocs, a new cloud based software tool to help importers and exporters to streamline their global trade documentation. In 2019 IncoDocs secured investment from global shipping line giant Maersk, as they shared their vision to digitize global supply chain processes. Since then Ben and Brandon have grown IncoDocs to provide solutions to companies in over 120 countries.
Additionally, the IncoDocs team continues to provide detailed industry articles, videos, podcasts, guides and tools to help companies thrive in global trade. The IncoDocs YouTube channel has gained over 20K+ subscribers, and had over 1 Million video views. The team are consistently providing useful content to help importers and exporters solve their problems along the supply chain.
Ben and Brandon also created the Global Trade Newsletter, which continues to provides news, resources and helpful content to over 150k+ subscribers.
The IncoDocs team are passionate about global trade and understand the complexities of the global supply chain and continue to create content and solutions to streamline the import export process and drive the future of global trade.
Posts by Ben Thompson
Ocean shipping rates hit multi-year low
Last updated on August 24, 2023 by Ben Thompson
Trans-Atlantic shipping rates have plummeted to their lowest in over a decade, with a 79% drop from a 2022 peak to $1,577 per FEU, significantly below pre-pandemic levels, highlighting major shifts in shipping costs and market dynamics.
BRICS Alliance & US Dollar Pressures
Last updated on August 9, 2023 by Ben ThompsonThe BRICS Alliance aims to use local currencies for trade, reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar to boost economies and efficiency. This move could reshape global financial structures and lessen the dollar's dominance in foreign reserves.
USA Driver Pay Reaches $170k
Last updated on August 9, 2023 by Ben ThompsonUPS driver pay is set to reach $170k annually under a new labor agreement, reflecting significant wage hikes amid rising inflation. This move aims to improve worker conditions but is expected to impact UPS's profits due to increased labor costs.
Incoterms® in 2023 Guide
Last updated on December 6, 2022 by Ben ThompsonIt is important to know which Incoterms® are applicable in 2023 as they determine the responsibilities of buyers and sellers. Additionally, incorrect Incoterms® can result in costly errors or delays in international trade.
Best Software for Small Business Exporters in 2022
Last updated on June 16, 2022 by Ben ThompsonSimplify & streamline your day-to-day import/export business operations with the best software for exporters 2022.
Australia India Free Trade Agreement Details and Industries that will be Affected.
Last updated on April 29, 2022 by Ben ThompsonA new Australia-India Free Trade agreement was signed on the 2nd of April 2022. The agreement, also known as the Australia-India Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (AI-CECA) is an interim agreement, as both countries continue to work towards a full Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement.
Incoterms® in 2022 Guide
Last updated on April 13, 2022 by Ben ThompsonIncoterms® were first published in 1936 and are continually updated over time to reflect the changing global business environment to be continually used in 2022 and beyond.
Podcast | Rising Shipping Rates & Container Loading Software
Last updated on December 14, 2021 by Ben ThompsonIn this episode, Lukas from EasyCargo gives insight into the rise of shipping rates and how container loading software is used by exporters to maximize loading space, ensure safe load distribution, and reduce shipping costs to remain competitive in today’s changing market
Create and Download a Non Asbestos Declaration Document
Last updated on November 17, 2021 by Ben ThompsonDuring the import export process, the shipper and/or manufacturer is required to submit important information and declarations, such as a Non Asbestos Declaration. Various shipping documentation and declarations are shared through to importers, freight forwarders and customs brokers to be used in the customs clearance and quarantine process.
Create and Download a New and Unused Manufacturer’s Declaration Document
Last updated on November 17, 2021 by Ben ThompsonDuring the import export process, the shipper and/or manufacturer is required to submit important information and declarations, such as a New and Unused Declaration. Various shipping documentation and declarations are shared through to importers, freight forwarders and customs brokers to be used in the customs clearance and quarantine process.
Ocean shipping rates hit multi-year low
Last updated on August 24, 2023 by Ben Thompson
Trans-Atlantic shipping rates have plummeted to their lowest in over a decade, with a 79% drop from a 2022 peak to $1,577 per FEU, significantly below pre-pandemic levels, highlighting major shifts in shipping costs and market dynamics. Read More »
BRICS Alliance & US Dollar Pressures
Last updated on August 9, 2023 by Ben ThompsonThe BRICS Alliance aims to use local currencies for trade, reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar to boost economies and efficiency. This move could reshape global financial structures and lessen the dollar's dominance in foreign reserves. Read More »
USA Driver Pay Reaches $170k
Last updated on August 9, 2023 by Ben ThompsonUPS driver pay is set to reach $170k annually under a new labor agreement, reflecting significant wage hikes amid rising inflation. This move aims to improve worker conditions but is expected to impact UPS's profits due to increased labor costs. Read More »
Incoterms® in 2023 Guide
Last updated on December 6, 2022 by Ben ThompsonIt is important to know which Incoterms® are applicable in 2023 as they determine the responsibilities of buyers and sellers. Additionally, incorrect Incoterms® can result in costly errors or delays in international trade. Read More »
Best Software for Small Business Exporters in 2022
Last updated on June 16, 2022 by Ben ThompsonSimplify & streamline your day-to-day import/export business operations with the best software for exporters 2022. Read More »
Australia India Free Trade Agreement Details and Industries that will be Affected.
Last updated on April 29, 2022 by Ben ThompsonA new Australia-India Free Trade agreement was signed on the 2nd of April 2022. The agreement, also known as the Australia-India Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (AI-CECA) is an interim agreement, as both countries continue to work towards a full Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement. Read More »
Incoterms® in 2022 Guide
Last updated on April 13, 2022 by Ben ThompsonIncoterms® were first published in 1936 and are continually updated over time to reflect the changing global business environment to be continually used in 2022 and beyond. Read More »
Podcast | Rising Shipping Rates & Container Loading Software
Last updated on December 14, 2021 by Ben ThompsonIn this episode, Lukas from EasyCargo gives insight into the rise of shipping rates and how container loading software is used by exporters to maximize loading space, ensure safe load distribution, and reduce shipping costs to remain competitive in today’s changing market Read More »
Create and Download a Non Asbestos Declaration Document
Last updated on November 17, 2021 by Ben ThompsonDuring the import export process, the shipper and/or manufacturer is required to submit important information and declarations, such as a Non Asbestos Declaration. Various shipping documentation and declarations are shared through to importers, freight forwarders and customs brokers to be used in the customs clearance and quarantine process. Read More »
Create and Download a New and Unused Manufacturer’s Declaration Document
Last updated on November 17, 2021 by Ben ThompsonDuring the import export process, the shipper and/or manufacturer is required to submit important information and declarations, such as a New and Unused Declaration. Various shipping documentation and declarations are shared through to importers, freight forwarders and customs brokers to be used in the customs clearance and quarantine process. Read More »
