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The road map to a successful shipment
If the process of import/exports, customs regulations, tariffs, incoterms, and all the aspects of international logistics seems overwhelming. Here are helpful topics and overviews that will help you navigate through the road of global logistics. Strategic is here to provide logical and compliant solutions for your logistical requirements.
Supplier Contract Considerations
Incoterms
It is a set of rules published by the International Chamber of Commerce for the interpretation of the most commonly used trade terms in international trade.
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End User
If goods are controlled, it is important to ensure that the final end user is reputable and well established in country.
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Supply Chain Logistics
Logistics
Freight forwarding and transportation in the defence and aerospace industry is more than placing a package on a plane and shipping it to destination. Working with the large international courier service providers can put your company at risk.
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Carrier Selection
There are many different considerations to factor in when selecting a carrier it is not just a matter of the cheapest solution.
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Transits
For various reasons whether it be due to no direct flight plans or tight deadlines there are times when a shipment must transit through another country to reach the final destination. So what is the issue?
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Export Management
Export Compliance
Compliance is critical to ensuring not only proper movement of goods, but a solid corporate profile. Take into consideration that in the event incorrect documentation and filings are submitted, to what level of public press, scrutiny, and fines could your company sustain.
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Licence Classifaction and Application
There are some commodities that may seem like an export licence is not required, where in fact that is not the case. As an exporter you need to determine if your goods are permitted to be exported out of country and by what mechanism.
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Export Declarations
AES is meant to help companies ensure export compliance and reduce costs. As an exporter there are regulations surrounding when an AES filing is required, to ensure compliance and avoid financial penalties.
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Document Management
It is the responsibility of the company to generate and transmit the appropriate documentation to their freight forwarders, customers, and appropriate government authorities.
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Customs Broker Collaboration
Customs brokerage involves the “clearing” of goods through customs agencies for export (and import). Brokers prepare the documentation, calculate the duties and taxes as well as submit to customs the appropriate information.
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Import Management
Import Considerations
For every export there are import considerations that must be taken into account. Depending on those Incoterms that were signed up to, you may be responsible for the delivery of the shipment right up to your customer’s door.
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In Country Regimes
There are also in-country regimes that may govern the import of a shipment. Some products can require an import licence while some products maybe controlled by other government departments.
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Landed Cost Calculations
Customs brokerage involves the “clearing” of goods through customs agencies for export (and import). Brokers prepare the documentation, calculate the duties and taxes as well as submit to customs the appropriate information.