Gain competitve advantage in your global supply by mitigating risk and maximizing opportunity With billions of dollars generated annually, importing and exporting is a potentially lucrative arena for growth - and a bewildering tangle of rules and regulations. Packed with hundreds of cost-effective strategies, ready-to-use forms, and valuable checklists, the second edition of Mastering Import & Export Management explains how to efficiently - and legally - navigate the complex world of international trade. From the big picture of pinpointing the best markets to the nitty-gritty of packing a container, this sweeping guide examines how to spot potential risks, apply quality control procedures, prepare documentation accurately, and more. This revised and updated edition addresses how best to handle recent crises like the earthquakes and tsunami in Japan, the economic downturn, or political instability in countries like Egypt, Tunisia, Bahrain, and Libya. It also covers every new compliance and security regulation, as well as evolving best practices, including: •C-TPAT guidelines •INCOTERMS •In-house compliance programs •Freight cost-reduction tips •Beefed-up TSA regulations •Improved technology options •President Obama's new export initiatives It's an indispensable resource for today's complex and changing global marketplace. Buy For $ 85.00 We accept American Express, Discover, MasterCard or VISA or check.
--How to Manage Risk and Gain Competitive Advantage in a Worldwide Marketplace In the 1990's a revolution took place in international business that would forever change the way corporations operate. Today, almost every American company is sourcing goods and parts from other countries, and as global markets become more competitive, so does the need to reduce costs and supply products at low prices. But while global sourcing comes with more allure, it also comes with more risk. In a post-911 world, it is more crucial than ever that companies understand the complicated nature of international business, and how to avoid the pitfalls that can cost them millions in fines and legal fees. Today, a successful company is only as strong as its global supply chain, and understanding the risks involved - and how to minimize them - is the key to ensuring long-term competitiveness. In Global Sourcing Logistics, international business expert and author Thomas Cook provides a blueprint for navigating the complex challenges of global commerce. You will discover:
Complete with a glossary and a section on international websites, the book also includes an up-to-the-minute Regulations Reference Guide that includes extensive information on crucial topics like Customs Power of Attorney and Export Administration Regulations. Detailed, timely, and cogent, Global Sourcing Logistics enables all sourcing, supply chain, risk management, and import/export professionals to create a comprehensive program that will ensure competitive advantage while maintaining the bottom line. Buy For $ 65.00 We accept American Express, Discover, MasterCard or VISA or check.
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The text begins with a thorough examination of 9/11's palpable effect on global supply chains, from dramatic increases in shipping costs and more cumbersome regulations on imports and exports, to heightened security concerns in transportation infrastructures and the emergence of the Free and Secure Trade Program (FAST). Subsequent chapters explore compliance and security within import and export supply chains, considering such factors as protecting US borders against terrorism, partnering with other countries and with the private sector, and developing standard operating procedures. The author then maps out an effective compliance and security management program including analysis of risks, an overview of global service providers, hazardous material regulations, and employee training. Buy For $ 75.00 We accept American Express, Discover, MasterCard or VISA or check.
The lessons of inbound supply, especially foreign purchasing, can be very costly if learned through a trial-and-error approach. Leaving little to chance, international trade expert, Thomas Cook, details the fundamentals of logistics and compliance. He presents case studies that illustrate best practices in imports, logistics, and landed cost modeling across a range of industries. This comprehensive purchasing guide provides tips for avoiding common foreign trade zones pitfalls and covers the potential risks and complications involved with U.S. Customs (CBP), freight, INCOTERMS, and title and payment issues. Buy For $ 45.00 We accept American Express, Discover, MasterCard or VISA or check.
An expert on global supply chain management, Thomas Cook is the recipient of numerous accolades, including an International Partnership Award bestowed by President Bill Clinton. In this book, Cook provides a blueprint for executing a compliant and cost-effective global trade program. Covering best practices for outbound and inbound logistics, the book identifies traditional and emerging complications, details solutions for building and securing the global supply chain, and includes compliance information organized by government agencies. It also provides proven approaches for billing and record keeping, and discusses prevalent homeland security issues. Buy For $ 45.00 We accept American Express, Discover, MasterCard or VISA or check. About the Author
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