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Podcast – The Future of Global Supply Chains
Last updated on January 17, 2019 by Ben Thompson
Global supply chains are at the start of a digital revolution. Brian from the Worldwide Supply Chain Network discusses how Global Supply Chains are being affected by Brexit, Tariff updates, trade wars and digital innovations. We discuss how businesses involved in the import export process can minimize the impact these changes will have to their…
The difference between accounting invoices and export invoices.
Last updated on January 10, 2019 by Ben ThompsonCompanies shipping goods Internationally need to provide export invoices to meet trade compliance What is the difference between an accounting invoice and an export invoice? Standard 'accounting invoices' contain enough information to cover the requirements for domestic sales and transactions. The fields included on an accounting invoice is quite simple compared to an 'export invoice'.…
Phytosanitary Certificate used in Global Trade
Last updated on January 10, 2019 by Ben ThompsonA Phytosanitary Certificate is an official document required when shipping regulated articles such as plants, plant products or other regulated articles. A phyto certificate is an official document that is generated from the exporting country’s Department of horticulture, agriculture, food or water resources.
The difference between a Proforma Invoice and Commercial Invoice
Last updated on January 10, 2019 by Ben ThompsonProforma Invoices and Commercial Invoices are important documents used in the global trade process.
How Export Documentation Software will improve your import export business.
Last updated on January 8, 2019 by Ben ThompsonIf you are involved in global trade, this is how export documentation software will improve your business process.
Incoterms® Explained – The Complete Guide
Last updated on September 15, 2018 by Ben ThompsonIncoterms® play such a vital part in global trade. Incoterms® 2010 or Incoterms® 2018 can seem to be confusing at first. But, buyers and sellers must clearly understand how they work and their obligations along the supply chain. In this article we provide simple explanations along with an Incoterms® infographic to explain Incoterms®.
Understand shipping container sizes & specifications and shipping methods
Last updated on September 13, 2018 by Ben ThompsonThere are 4 modes of transport along the International Supply Chain. Goods can be transported via Sea, Air, Road or Rail. Multiple modes of transport will most likely be used for 1 single shipment to get products delivered to International locations.
Learn the Export Documentation required for the Import / Export process.
Last updated on September 12, 2018 by Ben ThompsonExport documentation is essential to get products shipped along the import export supply chain. There are many important sales and shipping documents that must be used.
5 Tips For Better Sourcing Suppliers from Alibaba
Last updated on September 10, 2018 by Ben ThompsonSourcing suppliers from online marketplaces like Alibaba can be a quick and cheap option for your business. However, you must know what to look for and what to avoid.
Create and Download a Commercial Invoice template for Export
Last updated on September 7, 2018 by Ben ThompsonFirst, a Commercial Invoice document is an important trade document used in Global Trade. When products ship internationally, the shipper will have to provide the buyer with a Commercial Invoice document. The buyer (importer) will use this invoice and other shipping documents to get the products cleared through customs in the country of import. In…
