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How to create Proforma Invoice and Purchase Order Documents for Export
Last updated on September 5, 2018 by Ben Thompson
First, a Proforma Invoice document is an important document that the seller of goods creates and shares to their buyer. When the buyer and seller have communicated the details of the products they want to order, the seller will create a Proforma Invoice document to to confirm the new order.
Create and Download a Shipper’s Letters of Instruction Document
Last updated on September 4, 2018 by Ben ThompsonA Shipper’s Letter of Instruction (SLI) is an essential legal document/contract created between the shipper and the freight forwarder (or 3rd party) that is organizing the export of a shipment. It is a detailed document used in International trade that provides logistics instructions relating the the export of a shipment.
Create and Download a Quotation Document for Export Shipments
Last updated on September 3, 2018 by Ben ThompsonWhen Importers source new products and connect with Exporters, the exporter will offer their product details and pricing information. The Exporter must ensure that all information is clearly stated in a correctly formatted Quotation document. This will ensure that there are no disputes relating to product quality, specifications, pricing and delivery terms.
Create and Download a Packing Declaration Document ISPM15
Last updated on September 2, 2018 by Ben ThompsonAn export packing declaration is an important document that states the type of packaging materials that are used to pack goods inside shipping containers for export.
Order Confirmation Document for Import Export Shipments
Last updated on September 1, 2018 by Ben ThompsonWhen Buyers and Sellers in International trade place new orders, the seller (exporter) can send an Order Confirmation document to the buyer (importer) to reconfirm all of the details of the new order. An order confirmation document is usually sent to the buyer after the buyer has issued a Purchase Order document to confirm the new…
Podcast – How Blockchain will change Global Trade and Logistics
Last updated on August 4, 2018 by Ben ThompsonBlockchain technology has the potential to revolutionize Global Trade and the import export process. Warwick from BeefLedger explains what blockchain technology is, how it works and how blockchain solutions are being applied to real world import export shipments
Podcast – Sourcing goods from Alibaba with Heather from Sourcing Playground
Last updated on August 3, 2018 by Ben ThompsonHeather from Sourcing Playground explains how buyers should correctly source imported goods from online marketplaces such as Alibaba, Made-In-China, Global Sources others. Heather gives key tips on how to correctly give suppliers detailed product information, how to compare supplier's quotations and product specifications, overcome language and cultural barriers, understand if you are dealing with a…
Podcast – Marine Insurance with Steve from Coverfreight
Last updated on August 2, 2018 by Ben ThompsonSteve from Coverfreight gives our listeners and understanding of how marine insurance works. We discuss why it's important for shippers to insure their cargo and who should cover insurance based on the IncoTerms agreed. Steve gives insight into some of the common problems and claims made when shipping goods Internationally. We give tips on how…
Podcast – International Shipping with Conor from Explorate
Last updated on August 1, 2018 by Ben ThompsonConor from Explorate gives an overview of how the shipping process currently works and we discuss how the industry is beginning to change through software. We give shippers tips on how to improve their supply chain and logistics withing their business using readily available software.
