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As major telecom equipment manufacturers begin the next phase of 5G cellular network testing, companies need to be aware of the new technology’s effects on logistical and procurement work environments. 5G is a new telecommunication standard that takes advantage of newly allocated wireless frequencies - providing much higher speeds and…
Economic activity and airfreight development are closely intertwined. Logistics executives closely follow the development of airfreight trends to manage and plan supply chain strategies, as do economists and market analysts - because airfreight trends are a key indicator of economic activity overall. By researching the global airfreight trends, we can…
For those with experience exporting goods to Argentina, you may know all too well how challenging customs clearance can be with the required prior approval by the Administración Federal de Ingresos Públicos (Argentine Tax and Customs Authority). Fortunately, a new system, SIMI, has been developed to simplify the process. The…
International commercial terms (incoterms), are the guidelines for global trade around the world. To provide clarity in the contractual flow, we must understand the incoterms that are being used in the contract between the buyer and the seller for each transaction. Correctly understood incoterms ensure a smoother and effective process.…
Unclaimed Property (also known as abandoned or escheat property) is exactly that – money or tangible assets that belong to you, but are viewed as “abandoned” because there has been no activity or contact with you by the holder for one year or longer. There are a myriad of types,…
In this era of online shopping, consumers are wanting their deliveries faster and faster. Companies that are selling goods directly to individual consumers simply cannot be competitive unless they can deliver said goods in a timely fashion. Companies like FedEx, UPS, and now Amazon can ship almost anywhere in the…
On Monday December 2, President Trump advised that his administration is considering tariffs as high as 100% on French goods in retaliation for a new Tax on digital services, greatly impacting U.S technology companies. The office of the U.S. Trade Representative deemed the tax discriminatory against U.S. companies. The estimated…
Due to Trump-era tariffs, many manufacturers are exploring options for their supply chains. India is a low-cost country alternative, however, there are some challenges regarding logistics that need to be reviewed in detail. Ground transportation accounts for 65% of intra-India cargo movement according to the National Highways Authority of India.…
After negotiations last, week the U.S. and China have agreed on the first steps to de-escalate the trade war. The results of this talks are the following: Lists 1, 2, and 3 will not increase to 30% on October 15th, 2019 but will stay at 25%. As of right now,…
To account for inflation, US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) adjusted certain user fees on October 1, 2019. The minimum merchandise processing fee (MPF) will be increased to $26.79 from $25 and the maximum will be raised to $519.76 from $485. MPF is assessed by CPB for most imports into…