Global Trade Management

Zero Impact Isn't Enough: Going 'Net Positive' for Global Sustainability

August 5, 2016

When it comes to assessing the impact of business practices on the environment, the bar is being raised. Mere sustainability is no longer enough: now it's all about becoming "net positive."

How Dynamic Discounting Solutions Ease Regulatory Concerns

August 4, 2016

Sean Van Gundy, Managing Director-Working Capital Advisory, C2FO

As global companies increasingly explore dynamic discounting solutions to improve their operating income and provide much needed working capital flows to their supply chain, questions often arise about how government regulations and accounting standards come into play.

One-Year Extension Announced on Filing Information on Airfreight Destined for U.S.

August 4, 2016

American Shipper

Making it mandatory for airlines and freight forwarders to file advanced information about cargo loaded onto aircraft bound for the United States seemed like a foregone conclusion several years ago, but U.S. Customs late last month announced plans to extend a pilot program testing the concept for another year.

Six Logistics Best Practices to Follow When Expanding Internationally

August 3, 2016

Peter Liston, Senior Director of Global Trade Compliance, Flash Global

A logistics network is like a complex machine. When all the parts mesh and work properly, you have an efficient system that moves freight seamlessly across borders. But remove one piece - or let it get even slightly out of alignment - and the whole supply chain can grind to a halt.

Trade Group to 'Name and Shame' Those Imposing 'Unjustified' Ocean Container Surcharges

August 3, 2016

American Shipper

The Global Shippers Forum is calling for container shipping surcharges to be eliminated by 2020.

Federal Funds for U.S. Port Security Said Going to Non-Port Entities

August 2, 2016

American Shipper

Dozens of port authorities and marine terminals received port security grants this summer from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), but millions of dollars from the $100m program went to local law enforcement agencies and other non-port entities.

Container Seaports Viewed More as Mature in Value Than as Growth Sector

August 2, 2016

Drewry

Softening demand growth coupled with larger liner shipping alliances and bigger ships is moving the container ports industry towards a value sector from growth sector, albeit still highly profitable, according to the Global Container Terminal Operators Annual Review and Forecast 2016 report published by global shipping consultancy Drewry.

Is Growth in Services Hampering Chinese Manufacturing?

July 29, 2016

Industry Week

It has often been said that China will grow old before it becomes rich. But could it have too many offices, restaurants, and hotels before it becomes wealthy?

ISM Reports: The Impact of Brexit on Trade and Distribution

July 29, 2016

Robert J. Bowman, SupplyChainBrain

The long-term impact of Brexit on European supply chains is yet to be determined, but some early results are in.

IMF Casts Dim Eye on Global Growth Through 2017

July 25, 2016

American Shipper

The International Monetary Fund has downgraded its global growth projections for 2016 and 2017. It is now forecasting the global economy to increase at a 3.1 percent pace this year and 3.4 percent next year, both down 0.1 percentage points from previous projections.

Global Trade Management

The latest news, analysis, trends and solutions regarding global trade management software and systems and their impact on supply chain management. New developments in global trade management software - which streamlines logistics and business processes related to cross-border trade - are transforming the way companies operate and allowing them to stay ahead of the competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are using global trade management solutions for supply chain optimization.