In Part I of this post, we discussed the first three (3) steps involved in ocean importing: Before You Import Get Professionals On Your Team Before Your Goods Are Shipped Now we will dive into the last four (4) steps involved in ocean importing. Again, these steps are intended to minimize aggravation, maximize returns, and ...
“Why does it take so long for my entry to be set up?” This is a question customs brokers are asked on a daily basis. Many factors play a role in how quickly a PARS entry can be processed. These factors will be explained in further detail so that you have a better understanding of ...
Does the idea of purchasing goods from overseas seem daunting? Complicated? Is the cost of manufacturing locally hurting your bottom line? More and more companies are looking overseas for solutions to reduce costs and increase profits. The need to stay competitive in a global marketplace has made outsourcing a viable option for small to medium ...
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) needs and wants to know exactly what”s on your truck. To help make sure all goods on your truck are accounted for and declared, you must supply a bill of lading or pick up receipt when faxing your Pre-Arrival Review System (PARS) entry to your customs broker. Why is ...
How may times have you dealt with vendors who made you feel that if you had a problem, you had to deal with it on your own — “I”m sorry, we”re short staffed”, “you didn”t place your order in time”, “the delivery truck has a flat tire”, “the dog ate your paperwork” or any one ...
