Software, Tools & Resources
Introduction to the Canton Fair 2024
Last updated on August 26, 2024 by Ben ThompsonThe Canton Fair, also known as the China Import and Export Fair, is the largest trade event in China, held biannually in Guangzhou. It provides a platform for global trade, attracting over 200,000 visitors and 20,000 exhibitors. This event is key for networking, sourcing products, and understanding market trends.
Determine the Selling Price of Imported Products with the Landed Cost Calculator: Pricing Strategies and Formulas
Last updated on June 12, 2024 by Ben ThompsonTo grow your import business, understand landed costs, profit margins, and operating costs. Create a solid plan for selling products in your market. Calculate landed costs, set profitable selling prices, and consider operating expenses like storage and working capital. Plan sales and marketing strategies, considering market risks and costs. Invest in efficient software to streamline…
The History of the Shipping Container created in 1956
Last updated on May 13, 2024 by Ben ThompsonMost people don’t understand or recognize the significance of the humble shipping container. Before shipping containers, all goods were manually loaded into sacks, barrels and wooden creates loaded directly onto cargo vessels
Glossary of Shipping Terms
Last updated on March 1, 2024 by Ben ThompsonThe International shipping and marine transport industry is full of unique shipping terms and shipping abbreviations. And these are used every day to describe everything from modes of transport, units of measure, pricing structures, IncoTerms and much more. Therefore, it’s important that importers, exporters and freight companies correctly communicate freight terms to avoid problems or…
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.
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, RCEP
Last updated on December 3, 2020 by Ben ThompsonThe Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership is the largest trade deal in history. On the 15th of November 2020, Ministers from 15 countries agreed to the new trade deal, also known as the RCEP, which covers up to 30% of the global economy.
Integrate Xero with IncoDocs to Eliminate Data Re-entry when Shipping Internationally.
Last updated on November 24, 2020 by Ben ThompsonCreating multiple documents is a vital part of shipping products Internationally. Shippers must ensure that they provide compliant documentation that contains all relevant shipping & customs information to ensure smooth shipments and avoid any costly delays.
Integrate QuickBooks with IncoDocs to Eliminate Data Re-entry when Shipping Internationally.
Last updated on October 30, 2020 by Ben ThompsonCreating multiple documents is a vital part of shipping products Internationally. Shippers must ensure that they provide compliant documentation that contains all relevant shipping & customs information to ensure smooth shipments and avoid any costly delays.
USMCA Trade Agreement Updates and Changes
Last updated on September 29, 2020 by Ben ThompsonThe USMCA trade agreement came into effect on the 1st of July 2020, replacing the old NAFTA agreement. The new agreement brings updates and changes to Origin requirements and classification for goods being shipped between the USA, Canada and Mexico.
Foreign Exchange Payments | Podcast
Last updated on April 28, 2020 by Ben ThompsonIn early 2020, COVID-19 caused disruptions to people and businesses in countries around the world. For the first time, many shipping teams have been forced to work remotely from home. The disruptions has also caused extreme volatility in foreign exchange markets over the world.