Learn why a commercial invoice is essential when it comes to international shipping, how to fill out one, & download our handy PDF template.
Learn the important differences between Free on Board (FOB) and Free Carrier (FCA) Incoterms, including when to choose one over the other for your business.
Confused about the Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU) Incoterm? Learn why businesses use it, what its advantages are, & how you can benefit from understanding it
Find out the ins and outs of Ex Works Incoterm, one of the most used Incoterms in international trade, including benefits, obligations, & point of risk transfer
If you're choosing between air freight vs. ocean freight, here is the breakdown of all the important factors that can influence your decision.
Free Alongside Ship (FAS) is one of the most popular incoterms. Learn what it is, when to use it, and how to make the most of it with this guide.
What is Free Carrier (FCA)? How does it work? What are the benefits? Learn everything you need to know about this Incoterm in our comprehensive guide.
If you're looking for a comprehensive list of shipping container dimensions, read about the 15 types of containers, their sizes, and specifications.
Wondering what types of shipping containers are available? Here's a complete list of the most common types of cargo containers.
Are you looking to ship a full container load? Here's everything you need to know about FCL shipping, from what it is to price quotes and how to get started.
Learn about the Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP) Incoterm, what it covers, when it's used, and how it benefits both buyers and sellers.
Learn the key differences between a proforma invoice and commercial invoice, and discover which one is right for your needs.
Are you ready to finally understand the ins and outs of the DAP Incoterm?It's a complex concept, but with our help, you'll get an overview that can shed some li
Looking for a proforma invoice? This guide will show you what it is, how to fill it out, and provide you with a free PDF template to get started.
Read our article to find out what a shipper's letter of instruction is, how to fill it out, and download the fillable PDF template.
Learn the definition, advantages, and disadvantages of the Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) Incoterm and get tips on whether it's the right choice for your business.
When it comes to global trade, the United States has a lot of free trade agreements in place. Here's a comprehensive list of all 14 US FTAs.
Freight bills are important documents in the shipping process. Learn what it is, how it's used, & the difference between a freight bill and a bill of lading.
Free on Board (FOB) is a commonly used Incoterm. When should you use it? How does it work? Get all the answers to your questions about this Incoterm here.
When it comes to logistics, sometimes it's best to leave it to the experts. Here are 5 reasons why outsourcing your logistics might be a good idea.
What's the difference between Delivered at Place (DAP) & Delivery Duty Paid (DDP)? Get an in-depth look at both incoterms & decide which method is right for you
If you’re both an importer and an exporter looking for cost svings, look no further than the customs duty drawback. Find out everything about the process.
If you're importing to the US, read our guide to learn the ins and outs of filing and importer security filing (ISF) and how it impacts your business.
Read an overview of the differences between FCL & LCL, with insights into how choosing the right option can save you time, money, and stress.
When it choosing the right incoterms, do you know the difference between CIF and FOB? Get an in-depth explanation of both terms and the difference between them.
Here’s (nearly) everything you need to know about importing. From the required import documents to practical tips, our import guide has it all.
Choosing the right delivery terms is vital for your success. Read our article to learn the difference between Free on Board (FOB) and Delivered at Place (DAP).
Whether you're just getting started or an expert, our guide to exporting will help take the mystery out of this complex process.
Ocean freight visibility is a complex process, but tracking of your sea shipments is essential. Read our guide to learn everything everything you need to know.
Wondering how to get a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Certificate of Origin (CO)? Here's everything you need to know and how to get one.
Read our article and find out what Cost Insurance and Freight (CIF) Incoterm is, how it works, and who is responsible for what during the shipping process.
Learn everything you need to know about going digital with an electronic bill of lading and learn how to make the switch to paperless trade with Cargoflip.
Read our article to discover the true cost of manual data entry in logistics — it might be costing your business more than you think.
The demand for international trade has increased exponentially as the world becomes increasingly globalized. This has resulted in a dramatic increase in the num
Outsourcing logistics can be a daunting task. Read our article to learn the difference between 3PL and 4PL and make the best decision for your business.
Before shipping an item internationally, you need to clear it through customs first. We've put together a comprehensive guide to the customs clearance procedure
Learn about the benefits of real-time supply chain visibility and how you can implement it at your organization.
Want to know the difference between CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight) and DDP (Delivery Duty Paid)? We'll explain the terms and how they affect your shipments
Outsourcing logistics to a 3PL provider has become standard practice. Here's the selection criteria you should look out for when choosing a 3PL provider.
What is the Carriage Paid to (CPT) incoterm? What are obligations and when does the risk transfer? Find out everything you need to know
Here are the 5 most popular payment methods in international trade. Read our article to learn more about them and find out which one is right for your business.
When it comes to shipping, do you know the difference between FOB and FAS? Get a quick overview of both methods, so you can choose the best one for your needs.
Wondering what the difference is between a POD and a BOL? Check out this post for a breakdown of each and when you might use them.
Find out which 3 elements of supply chain sustainability are critical for your business and follow simple steps to achieve it.
Learn everything there is to know about LCL shipping - from what it is and how it works to the pros and cons of using this type of freight transport.
Bill of Lading (BOL) is one of the most important legal documents to a shipper, an importer and an exporter. Here's what you need to know about it.
Find out what landed costs are and how you can use them to assess the profitability of your shipments.
After a successful launch, Cargoflip is back with new features that make shipping and logistics easier than ever.
Customs requirements for import and export can be confusing. Learn what international trade documents you need to have in order, and how to obtain them.
Do you know what Incoterms are and how they affect your shipping? Check out this post for a comprehensive guide to understanding Incoterms.
The Harmonized System or HS Code is a machine-readable worldwide system for classifying goods. Find out how it can help your business.
An update on Cargoflip's journey and new features.
Less than a year ago my co-founder, Prateek, and I decided to set off on a new path to building Cargoflip. It's a great opportunity to reflect on where we are t
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