Tariffs can disrupt costs, timing and sourcing, making business owners question whether they should purchase inventory ahead of time to hedge against tax hikes. Purchasing products pre-tariff enactment can reduce…
READ MORE >While your business can build and scale your supply chain in-house, many companies partner with a third-party supply chain management expert. Outsourcing supply chain management makes shipping, logistics and distribution…
READ MORE >Proper inventory control is essential to your supply chain. How your business manages stock directly impacts your ability to meet customer demand. Having the right amount of inventory in the…
READ MORE >E-commerce is shifting to meet customer delivery expectations. Consumers and businesses expect faster, more flexible deliveries without added cost. That puts pressure on logistics providers as the last mile of…
READ MORE >Silicon wafers are a fragile, valuable component used widely in manufacturing. They are often used as the building blocks for chip fabrication, flight computers and dozens of other sophisticated devices.…
READ MORE >How Do Concert Tour Logistics Work? As a tour manager, you already have enough on your plate with scheduling, rehearsals and coordination. The last thing you need is a shipping…
READ MORE >All products imported and exported to and from the United States have Harmonized System (HS) and Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) codes. Complying with these codes is critical — any errors…
READ MORE >Attending a trade show is a valuable opportunity to showcase your products, build connections and grow your business. Before you can make an impact on the exhibition floor, you need…
READ MORE >With tens of thousands of airports worldwide, it makes sense that the industry follows a systemized approach to keep everything running smoothly. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is tasked…
READ MORE >A tracking system is essential for storing, packing and shipping merchandise and protecting yourself from loss. While some companies still use bar codes to track their merchandise, others are switching…
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