What the heck is cargo insurance and who needs it? Last year, TRG helped us understand more about customs bonds. This year they’re back by popular request to talk with us about cargo insurance! Cargo insurance plays a vital role in protecting your goods during transit, yet many businesses overlook its importance or misunderstand its application. In this webinar, TRG will provide a high-level overview of cargo insurance, focusing on the different types of coverage, key considerations, and the process of selecting the right policy for your needs. We’ll also delve into the intricacies of claims and how to ensure that your shipments are adequately protected from potential risks.
Industry Insights
Case Study: Import Compliance Consulting Creates Competitive Advantage for a Global Manufacturer
When a company starts measuring compliance by the absence of chaos, you know there’s a storm coming. That’s precisely what we saw when a global electronics manufacturer came to us during a crisis for import compliance consulting. They had grown…
Global Trade Compliance Is the New Competitive Edge: Hidden ROI and Market Advantages
In my experience, most executives still think of global trade compliance as a necessary evil-a cost center that protects them from fines and disruptions. Instead, I believe it’s one of the most overlooked sources of ROI, market agility, and competitive…
Compliance Alert: The Risks of De Minimis Exemption Misuse and DDP Manipulation
If your company uses international shipping to bring goods into the U.S., the de minimis exemption might seem like a shortcut to savings, but misusing it could land you in serious legal trouble. It’s a powerful tool when used properly,…
Substantial Transformation Demystified: A Strategic Lens on Tariff Engineering
Have you ever looked at your supply chain and thought, “There must be a smarter way to do this”? You’re not alone. With tariffs in flux and reshoring trends accelerating, companies are scrambling for every competitive edge. One of the…
Navigate the Complexities of Rules of Origin in Free Trade Agreements
FTA Rules of Origin: Breaking Down Misconceptions & Confusion Rules of Origin (ROO) are the fine print most familiar to people when it comes to Free Trade Agreements (FTAs). These rules dictate whether a product qualifies for preferential tariffs, but…
What 10-20% Universal Import Tariffs Mean for Your Business
Navigating the New Tariff Landscape I’ve been keeping a watch on how proposed universal import tariffs-ranging from 10% to 60%-may impact businesses in major ways. Unlike country-specific tariffs that target particular nations or industries, these new tariffs apply broadly and…
Trade War 2.0: Predicting China-US Economic Tensions in Trump’s Second Term
Trade Policies Can Make or Break Businesses: How to Prepare With Trump’s second term reigniting the potential for a trade war with China, businesses relying on global trade need to prepare for new challenges. From increased tariffs to supply chain…
Steering Through Automotive Supply Chain Compliance: How Star USA Revitalized Client Operations
The Challenge: Struggles to Keep Up I’m often reminded of this exemplary spotlight on how compliance can make or break a business’s operations. A tier-one automotive supplier with annual imports valued at $280 million across 14 countries found itself in…
Navigating International Trade in Trump’s Second Term: What Businesses Need to Know
Key Concerns for Business Leaders & Decision Makers As businesses brace for another wave of trade policy shifts under President Trump’s second term, one question looms large: How do we navigate these changes without taking a major hit? New tariffs…
Potential Mexican and Canadian Tariffs: Top-Line Insights & How Businesses Can Adapt
In the intricate realm of international trade, importers shoulder the responsibility of ensuring compliance with a plethora of regulations enforced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Central to this obligation is the concept of exercising “reasonable care.” Here I’ll explore the significance of reasonable care for importers, its role in import compliance, and strategies for implementation.
Considerations for Diversifying Supply Chains in Uncertain Times
In the intricate realm of international trade, importers shoulder the responsibility of ensuring compliance with a plethora of regulations enforced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Central to this obligation is the concept of exercising “reasonable care.” Here I’ll explore the significance of reasonable care for importers, its role in import compliance, and strategies for implementation.
Mergers & Acquisitions: Key Trade Compliance Considerations
In the intricate realm of international trade, importers shoulder the responsibility of ensuring compliance with a plethora of regulations enforced by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Central to this obligation is the concept of exercising “reasonable care.” Here I’ll explore the significance of reasonable care for importers, its role in import compliance, and strategies for implementation.