There are a ton of steps involved in any import to the U.S. It can be overwhelming when first getting […]
Tag: International Business
Why All Trade Lane Costs Vary Significantly
Trying to pin down exactly what your freight costs will be for every shipment can be an illusive goal. It […]
Boxes Lost at Sea? Why Cargo Insurance is So Important
Working in the shipping game means you assume a lot of risk. The carriers you work with, the freight forwarder […]
COVID-19 Cases at LA Ports: Could There Be a Shutdown?
Everyone knows that COVID has taken its toll on the economy, and frankly, most of us are probably sick of […]
RFQ Planning: What to Ask Potential Freight Forwarders
The first couple months after the new year are a pretty common time for shippers to consider switching their freight […]
Improving Supply Chain Visibility Using Interlog’s Tracking Technology
We hear the term “visibility” thrown around a lot in the supply chain industry, and for good reason. From time […]
Advantages of Using a Freight Forwarder in the Face of Disruptions
There’s no doubt that 2020 has taken its toll on businesses around the globe. While certain industries have been hit […]
What is Carrier Legal Liability?
Working in shipping means you’re always dealing with risk. Risk with how your supply chain is set up, risk with […]
Project Cargo: How to Find The Right Freight Forwarder
Project cargo sure is appropriately named – it’s a lot to deal with. Aside from the logistics of getting a […]
2020 Recap and How to Set Your Company Up for Success in 2021
2020 was a hard year for any of us. Most businesses saw the coronavirus affect their bottom line negatively, and […]
When to Use a Seaway Bill Instead of a Bill Of Lading
We’ve been talking quite a bit about Seaway Bills as of recent. Every shipper knows what a Bill Of Lading, […]
What Are Customs Exam Fees?
Perhaps one of the most common reasons shippers change their shipping providers is over hidden or surprise fees. Shipping costs […]
What is a Split Shipment?
Air shipping has probably risen in popularity over the last 5 years more than ever. And it’s not usually just […]
What Are Anti-Dumping Duties?
If you’ve worked in international shipping for a considerable amount of time, you’re plenty familiar with the topic of duties […]
Coronavirus Update: How to Manage Your Supply Chain
We just wrote on a similar topic in a past post, but the Coronavirus in China has gained tons of […]