Question: We have a person who moved positions within the company to a logistics role. This person does not have a lot of experience in logistics. They are interested in some basic / 101 logistics training. Can anyone recommend some good entry level logistics training courses? Answer 1: 1st what position did this person previously […]
Question: We are a licensed broker and as part of our compliance guidelines, we have a monthly training. Topics include: Incoterms Classification Country of Origin Forced Labor USMCA Exports OGA’s Fish & Wildlife FDA Related Parties Proper Deductions Etc. A certificate is issued after each training, and a roster of attendees is kept on file. […]
Question: Hello everyone. Quick question – I recently started a new position with a new company as the Trade Compliance Manager. I’ve developed and given compliance training for several years in a few different companies, so I am familiar with what I need to do. My question is with a new company and Executive Leadership […]
Question: For members who work with FARs and DFARs, could you please provide recommendations on training, for someone new to the regulations? Answer 1: Good morning. I would be pleased to discuss training opportunities with you. Are there particular sections in the FAR, DFARS or other agency supplements that you would like for me to […]
Question: We are developing internal trade compliance training presentation. 99% complete. 1 slide to go and that will be about fines and penalties for non compliance with US export and import laws. Of course, I will reference the normal fines and penalties for valuation, classification or origin issues but I’d also like to make sure […]
Question: I will soon be starting at a company that works in the Stratospheric Flight & Aerospace arena. I have many years of compliance experience but never in this realm. Can anyone recommend where to start? Any good groups to be a part of? Resources available I should be aware of? Any import/export manual templates […]
Question: Hello members, I notice that many employees do not understand customs and why it is important to be compliant. I would like to create a short employee on boarding educational program describing why customs compliance is important, even if the employee job descriptions has nothing to do with customs . I feel it is […]
Question: How do Trade Compliance and Customs Managers stay up to date with the most recent trade news? Any helpful webinars, conferences, newsletters, websites, etc? Answer 1: We get daily updates directly from CBP. You can sign up here: CSMS # 56476066 – ACE Production Standard Invasive Maintenance from 10:00 p.m. ET Saturday June 3, […]
Question: Wondering if anyone in the group would be willing to share any Presentations, they may have created and used for training for different levels of employees within their organization? Lower level – basic but informational – “Don’t sell to these Countries” “Key Points do’s & don’ts” What is an Export” things as such Mid-level […]
Question: I am a non-native French speaker and I need to communicate with a customs manager in France that does not speak English. Does anyone have any trade compliance resources in French that you would recommend or could provide? I am not looking for the regulations, I’m trying to find resources that would help me […]
Question: Hello, I am looking for good resources or programs/courses on Latin America compliance (as a guide for an exporter in the US). Do you have any recommendations? Thanks in advance for your feedback. Answer 1: To start, I would reach out to your local US Dept of Commerce Export support office. They can give […]
Question: How can we find out about updates or changes on regulations as soon as it happens by government for US import/exports? and for other countries too. Answer 1: For a free single source for the US, you can’t beat the Federal Register. Set up an account, select agencies, CFR parts, or even specific terms […]
