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Common Questions for Importing to the US

Dedola Global Logistics

In this article, we will address some of the most frequently asked questions about importing goods to the United States. Documents Required to Import Cargo and Goods into the United States: Having all the necessary paperwork in order is crucial for the smooth transportation of cargo.

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10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution

The Logistics of Logistics

Original Article: 10 Reasons the Retail Industry Should Invest in a Last-Mile Delivery Solution. Offering various last-mile delivery in retail makes it easier for shippers to appeal to consumers and meet their needs. Missing certain forms, losing signatures, and poor filing of documentation can lead to extensive and expensive delays.

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A Complete Guide to Shipping Hazardous Materials

Blue Grace Logistics

What’s in the article: What are hazardous materials? Shipper responsibilities include: Determining whether a material meets the definition of a “hazardous material”: This is the first and most important step. Proper Shipping Name , Class/Division, and Identification Number: These must be included on the shipping documents.

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Entrust your warehouse services to an ISO 9001-certifed logistics partner

Kanban Logistics

In this article, we’ll explain what ISO 9001 certification is and why it matters to your business. The QMS documents process steps that, if followed, ensure that products and/or services meet customer expectations as well as regulatory requirements. What is ISO 9001 certification? There are 21,769 standards.

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Shipping CPT Incoterms 2020

Globalior

The seller must abide by laws and meet all obligations relating to transport security regulations. CPT Incoterms: Customs clearance The seller must meet the obligations of export Customs clearance and the buyer must manage import Customs clearance. The seller must package the goods at the seller’s cost.

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Gain The Benefits of Logistics Automation in 5 Steps

RPA Labs

This article will provide five steps to gaining the benefits of logistics automation. ?1. Freight forwarders can maximize an RPA by creating predefined criteria that the system institutes upon meeting the requirements. Digitize All Documents. Integrate Your Supply Chain Tech Stack. Share Updates in Real-Time.

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Sustaining National Defence – logistics investment in the National Defence Strategy

Logistics in War

I wrote at the time : ‘There is an important emphasis on the ADF’s logistics capabilities, functions and concepts in National Defence – more than usual when compared to other Government policy documents of recent years.