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July 28, 2023

Advantages and Disadvantages of Exporting

Explore the pros and cons of exporting with our comprehensive guide. Understand how exporting can boost your business growth, diversify market exposure, and increase sales while also considering the potential challenges such as cultural differences, logistics complexities, and regulatory hurdles.

July 28, 2023

Advantages and Disadvantages of Exporting

July 27, 2023

Export License Guide: Understanding Requirements and Types

Read our guide on export licenses to learn about the different types, understand the requirements, and discover the steps to apply for them.

July 27, 2023

Export License Guide: Understanding Requirements and Types

July 25, 2023

Bill of Exchange

Understand the intricacies of a Bill of Exchange and learn how this payment order issued by the drawer can streamline transactions and boost cash flow. Discover its importance, types, and how to manage it effectively.

July 25, 2023

Bill of Exchange

July 25, 2023

Cost and Freight (CFR) Incoterm Explained

Explore the ins and outs of Cost and Freight (CFR) in international trade. Understand its benefits & drawbacks and find out if it's the right Incoterm for you.

July 25, 2023

Cost and Freight (CFR) Incoterm Explained

July 24, 2023

Port-to-Port Shipping: Explained in Detail

Discover the intricacies of port-to-port shipping & get insights into the process, benefits, and key terms involved in this fundamental aspect of global trade.

July 24, 2023

Port-to-Port Shipping: Explained in Detail

July 23, 2023

Freight Insurance: Cover Your Bases

Discover how freight insurance can protect your goods during transit, understand its various types, & learn how to choose the right coverage for your business.

July 23, 2023

Freight Insurance: Cover Your Bases

July 23, 2023

Importer's Guide to Annual Freight Contracts

Dive into our comprehensive guide on annual freight contracts. Learn how they provide stability in pricing, ensure capacity, & can streamline your logistics.

July 23, 2023

Importer's Guide to Annual Freight Contracts

July 23, 2023

Shipper, Consignee, and Notify Party: Understanding the Differences

Learn the differences between shippers, consignees, and notify parties, how each role contributes to a successful shipment, & understand their roles.

July 23, 2023

Shipper, Consignee, and Notify Party: Understanding the Differences

July 23, 2023

How to Avoid Delays in Customs Clearance

Discover how to avoid customs delays. ✔️Learn about essential documentation, customs regulations, and more to ensure your goods sail smoothly through customs.

July 23, 2023

How to Avoid Delays in Customs Clearance

July 23, 2023

Shipping Process

✔️Dive into our comprehensive guide on the shipping process and understand its key steps to streamline your supply chain.

July 23, 2023

Shipping Process

July 23, 2023

Exporting to India: Everything You Need to Know

Discover essential insights for your business with our guide on how to export to India. ✔️Master customs regulations, cultural nuances & more to ensure success.

July 23, 2023

Exporting to India: Everything You Need to Know

July 23, 2023

How to Negotiate Payment Terms with Suppliers Effectively

✔️Discover how to negotiate payment terms with suppliers to ensure a win-win situation & foster strong relationships, including an example letter to send.

July 23, 2023

How to Negotiate Payment Terms with Suppliers Effectively

July 23, 2023

The Role of AI in Procurement

Explore how Artificial Intelligence is transforming procurement. ✔Learn about AI's role in automating tasks, driving cost savings, etc.

July 23, 2023

The Role of AI in Procurement

July 23, 2023

Navigating Incoterms for Air Freight

✔️Discover the essential guide to understanding Incoterms for air freight. Learn how these international trade terms affect your shipping processes and costs.

July 23, 2023

Navigating Incoterms for Air Freight

July 23, 2023

Bill of Lading vs Packing Slip: Key Differences Explained

✔️Discover the essential differences between a bill of lading and a packing slip. Learn their unique purposes, required information, & grab free templates.

July 23, 2023

Bill of Lading vs Packing Slip: Key Differences Explained

July 23, 2023

Certificate of Origin from the Chamber of Commerce: A Comprehensive Guide

✔Discover the importance of a Certificate of Origin in international trade & learn about the process and benefits of obtaining one from the Chamber of Commerce.

July 23, 2023

Certificate of Origin from the Chamber of Commerce: A Comprehensive Guide

July 23, 2023

3 Shipping Companies that Are Going Green

✔️Learn about the benefits of being eco-conscious, how it can impact your bottom line, and learn from example from 3 shipping companies that are going green.

July 23, 2023

3 Shipping Companies that Are Going Green

July 23, 2023

Eliminating Supply Chain Bottlenecks

✔️Learn how to identify and eliminate supply chain bottlenecks, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and cost-effective logistics process.

July 23, 2023

Eliminating Supply Chain Bottlenecks

July 23, 2023

7 Strategies to Boost Supply Chain Efficiency

✔️Transform your logistics operation with 7 proven strategies to boost supply chain efficiency, enhance performance, and drive cost savings.

July 23, 2023

7 Strategies to Boost Supply Chain Efficiency

July 23, 2023

Shipping Packaging: Tips for Efficient Cargo Solutions

✔️Discover expert tips for efficient cargo shipping packaging to streamline your logistics, reduce costs, and boost your business's overall performance.

July 23, 2023

Shipping Packaging: Tips for Efficient Cargo Solutions

July 23, 2023

Lean Logistics

✔Discover the power of lean logistics with strategies & best practices to streamline your supply chain, reduce costs, &improve efficiency for long-term success.

July 23, 2023

Lean Logistics

July 23, 2023

The Art of Freight Negotiation: How to Optimize Your Shipping Costs

✔Master the art of freight negotiation with our comprehensive guide, packed with tips to help you optimize your shipping costs & streamline logistics processes.

July 23, 2023

The Art of Freight Negotiation: How to Optimize Your Shipping Costs

July 23, 2023

Building a Resilient Supply Chain

✔️Learn how to build a resilient supply chain to enhance adaptability, optimize efficiency, and minimize disruptions for long-term business success.

July 23, 2023

Building a Resilient Supply Chain

July 23, 2023

Shipping Hazardous Materials: Best Practices

Keep your shipments safe & secure with the best practices for shipping hazardous materials. ✔Learn everything from proper labeling & packaging to documentation.

July 23, 2023

Shipping Hazardous Materials: Best Practices

July 23, 2023

The Importance of Load Planning: Tips for Efficient and Safe Shipment

✔️Learn about the importance of load planning and learn five tips to make the process efficient and cost-effective.

July 23, 2023

The Importance of Load Planning: Tips for Efficient and Safe Shipment

July 23, 2023

Shipping Quotation

Need help in efficiently running your shipment operations? ✔️Use our shipping quotation template to quickly get the right quotes and have an organized system.

July 23, 2023

Shipping Quotation

July 23, 2023

7 Benefits of Adopting Export Documentation Software

✔️Discover the many advantages that export documentation software brings, from improved accuracy to cost savings.

July 23, 2023

7 Benefits of Adopting Export Documentation Software

July 23, 2023

Shipping Packing List

Easily create a shipping packing list with our step-by-step guide and template. ✔️Ensure your shipments arrive safely without any complications.

July 23, 2023

Shipping Packing List

July 23, 2023

Shipper’s Declaration of Dangerous Goods

✔️Get a comprehensive overview of the shipper's declaration of dangerous goods and access our downloadable template to ensure you're following regulations.

July 23, 2023

Shipper’s Declaration of Dangerous Goods

July 23, 2023

How to Avoid Demurrage Charges

Looking for ways to save time and money? ✔️Here's a practical guide on how to avoid costly demurrage charges.

July 23, 2023

How to Avoid Demurrage Charges

July 23, 2023

Commercial Invoice

✔️Learn why a commercial invoice is essential when it comes to international shipping, how to fill out one, & download our handy PDF template.

July 23, 2023

Commercial Invoice

July 23, 2023

The Difference Between Free on Board (FOB) vs Free Carrier (FCA)

✔️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.

July 23, 2023

The Difference Between Free on Board (FOB) vs Free Carrier (FCA)

July 23, 2023

Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU) Incoterm Explained

Confused about Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU) Incoterm? ✔️Learn why businesses use it, what its advantages are, &how you can benefit from understanding it.

July 23, 2023

Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU) Incoterm Explained

July 23, 2023

Ex Works (EXW) Incoterm Explained

✔Find out the ins and outs of Ex Works Incoterm, one of the most used Incoterms in international trade, including benefits, obligations, etc.

July 23, 2023

Ex Works (EXW) Incoterm Explained

July 23, 2023

Free Alongside Ship (FAS) Incoterm Explained

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.

July 23, 2023

Free Alongside Ship (FAS) Incoterm Explained

July 23, 2023

Shipping Container Dimensions and specifications

✔️If you're looking for a comprehensive list of shipping container dimensions, read about the 15 types of containers, their sizes, and specifications.

July 23, 2023

Shipping Container Dimensions and specifications

July 23, 2023

15 Shipping Container Types

Wondering what types of shipping containers are available? ✔️Here's a complete list of the most common types of cargo containers.

July 23, 2023

15 Shipping Container Types

July 23, 2023

Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping

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.

July 23, 2023

Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping

July 23, 2023

Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP) Incoterm Explained

✔️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.

July 23, 2023

Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP) Incoterm Explained

July 23, 2023

The Differences Between Proforma vs. Commercial Invoice

✔️Learn the key differences between a proforma invoice and commercial invoice, and discover which one is right for your needs.

July 23, 2023

The Differences Between Proforma vs. Commercial Invoice

July 23, 2023

Delivered At Place (DAP) 2020 Incoterm Explained

Ready to grasp DAP Incoterm? It's complex, but we'll shed light on its intricacies. ✔️Understand its practical applications with our help.

July 23, 2023

Delivered At Place (DAP) 2020 Incoterm Explained

July 23, 2023

Proforma Invoice

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.

July 23, 2023

Proforma Invoice

July 23, 2023

Shipper’s Letter of Instruction

✔️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.

July 23, 2023

Shipper’s Letter of Instruction

July 23, 2023

Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) Incoterms Explained

✔️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.

July 23, 2023

Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) Incoterms Explained

July 23, 2023

List of US Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)

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.

July 23, 2023

List of US Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)

July 23, 2023

Freight Bill

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.

July 23, 2023

Freight Bill

July 23, 2023

Free on Board (FOB) Incoterm Explained

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.

July 23, 2023

Free on Board (FOB) Incoterm Explained

July 23, 2023

5 Reasons for Outsourcing Your Logistics

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.

July 23, 2023

5 Reasons for Outsourcing Your Logistics

July 23, 2023

The Difference Between Delivered at Place (DAP) vs Delivery Duty Paid (DDP)

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.

July 23, 2023

The Difference Between Delivered at Place (DAP) vs Delivery Duty Paid (DDP)

July 23, 2023

Importer Security Filing (ISF): The Complete Guide

✔️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.

July 23, 2023

Importer Security Filing (ISF): The Complete Guide

July 23, 2023

Full Container Load (FCL) vs Less Than Container Load (LCL)

Read an overview of the differences between FCL & LCL, ✔️with insights into how choosing the right option can save you time, money, and stress.

July 23, 2023

Full Container Load (FCL) vs Less Than Container Load (LCL)

July 23, 2023

The Difference Between Cost, Insurance, and Freight (CIF) vs Free on Board (FOB)

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.

July 23, 2023

The Difference Between Cost, Insurance, and Freight (CIF) vs Free on Board (FOB)

July 23, 2023

Import Business Guide: Documents, Rules, Examples, and Practical Information

Here’s (nearly) everything you need to know about importing.✔️From the required import documents to practical tips, our import guide has it all.

July 23, 2023

Import Business Guide: Documents, Rules, Examples, and Practical Information

July 23, 2023

Free on Board (FOB) vs Delivered at Place (DAP)

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).

July 23, 2023

Free on Board (FOB) vs Delivered at Place (DAP)

July 23, 2023

Export Business Guide: Documents, Rules, Examples and Practical Information

✔️Whether you're just getting started or an expert, our guide to exporting will help take the mystery out of this complex process.

July 23, 2023

Export Business Guide: Documents, Rules, Examples and Practical Information

July 23, 2023

Guide to Ocean Freight Visibility

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.

July 23, 2023

Guide to Ocean Freight Visibility

July 23, 2023

Cost Insurance Freight (CIF) Incoterm Explained

✔️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.

July 23, 2023

Cost Insurance Freight (CIF) Incoterm Explained

July 23, 2023

Electronic Bill of Lading

✔️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.

July 23, 2023

Electronic Bill of Lading

July 23, 2023

The Real Cost of Manual Data Entry in Logistics

✔️Read our article to discover the true cost of manual data entry in logistics — it might be costing your business more than you think.

July 23, 2023

The Real Cost of Manual Data Entry in Logistics

July 23, 2023

The Difference Between Fourth Party (4PL) vs Third Party (3PL) Logistics

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.

July 23, 2023

The Difference Between Fourth Party (4PL) vs Third Party (3PL) Logistics

July 23, 2023

The Essential Customs Clearance Guide for International Shippers

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

July 23, 2023

The Essential Customs Clearance Guide for International Shippers

July 23, 2023

The Difference Between CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight) vs DDP (Delivery Duty Paid)

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

July 23, 2023

The Difference Between CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight) vs DDP (Delivery Duty Paid)

July 23, 2023

13 Criteria to Choose the Best 3P Logistics Provider

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.

July 23, 2023

13 Criteria to Choose the Best 3P Logistics Provider

July 23, 2023

Carriage Paid To (CPT) Incoterm Explained

What is the Carriage Paid to (CPT) incoterm? What are obligations and when does the risk transfer?✔️Find out everything you need to know

July 23, 2023

Carriage Paid To (CPT) Incoterm Explained

July 23, 2023

5 Most Popular Methods of Payments in International Trade

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.

July 23, 2023

5 Most Popular Methods of Payments in International Trade

July 23, 2023

Free on Board (FOB) vs Free Alongside Ship (FAS): What's the Difference?

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.

July 23, 2023

Free on Board (FOB) vs Free Alongside Ship (FAS): What's the Difference?

July 23, 2023

Proof of Delivery (POD) vs Bill of Lading (BOL): What's the Difference?

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.

July 23, 2023

Proof of Delivery (POD) vs Bill of Lading (BOL): What's the Difference?

July 23, 2023

3 Elements of Supply Chain Sustainability for SMBs That You Can't Ignore

✔️Find out which 3 elements of supply chain sustainability are critical for your business and follow simple steps to achieve it.

July 23, 2023

3 Elements of Supply Chain Sustainability for SMBs That You Can't Ignore

July 23, 2023

LCL Shipping 101: Complete Guide to LCL Freight Shipping

✔️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.

July 23, 2023

LCL Shipping 101: Complete Guide to LCL Freight Shipping

July 23, 2023

Bill of Lading: Understanding its Importance and Implications

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.

July 23, 2023

Bill of Lading: Understanding its Importance and Implications

July 23, 2023

Easy Guide to Calculating Landed Costs

✔️Find out what landed costs are and how you can use them to assess the profitability of your shipments.

July 23, 2023

Easy Guide to Calculating Landed Costs

July 23, 2023

International Shipping Documents: A Comprehensive Guide for SMBs

Customs requirements for import and export can be confusing. ✔️Learn what international shipping documents you need to have in order, and how to obtain them.

July 23, 2023

International Shipping Documents: A Comprehensive Guide for SMBs

July 23, 2023

Understanding Incoterms

Do you know what Incoterms are and how they affect your shipping? ✔️Check out this post for a comprehensive guide to understanding Incoterms.

July 23, 2023

Understanding Incoterms

July 23, 2023

Understanding the ABCs of Harmonized System (HS) Codes

The Harmonized System or HS Code is a machine-readable worldwide system for classifying goods. ✔️Find out how it can help your business.

July 23, 2023

Understanding the ABCs of Harmonized System (HS) Codes