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Airfreight: Avoiding Storage Costs and Delays
May 22nd 2024 Rogers & Brown Written By Lori Mullins, Director of Operations at Rogers & Brown When a client is shipping air cargo, the need is typically urgent. In an efficient supply chain, cargo moves fluidly through the process, and delivery at the destination occurs quickly. However, when delays occur, causing a kink in…
Antidumping and Countervailing: What Importers Need to Know
May 16th 2024 Rogers & Brown Written By Beth Morris, VP of Compliance at Rogers & Brown How Do I Know If My Merchandise is Subject to Antidumping (AD) or Countervailing Duties (CVD)? Whether you’re new to importing or an experienced importer bringing in a new product, it’s important to research and understand your…
Key Insights into Importing from Mexico
Are You Contemplating Importing from Mexico? Due to the challenges in the supply chain over the past few years (COVID-19, tariff increases on Chinese goods, geopolitical issues around the globe, etc.), Mexico has become attractive to companies that want to diversify their supply chains. Sourcing goods from Mexico has become popular as it allows US…
How a Freight Forwarder and Customs Broker can leverage technology with service
How can technology help streamline freight forwarding and Customs processes? What technologies should importers and exporters look for in a forwarder or Customs broker? If you are an importer, exporter, freight forwarder, or customs broker, you constantly hear more buzzwords about leveraging technology. New technologies are everywhere we look, and with the increase in AI…
Freight Forwarding Cost Breakdown: Understanding Service Fees, Pricing, and How to Compare
How much does freight forwarding service cost? What is included in the booking fee/freight forwarding fee? How can one compare pricing for freight forwarding services? Are you asking yourself these questions about freight forwarding services? Then you’re in the right place. In this article, we break down the costs of freight forwarding, from booking fees to add-ons…
What is a WMS (Warehouse Management System), and Why is it Important?
Written by: Mark Hughes, VP of Domestic Operations, Brown Distribution Centers A Warehouse Management System (WMS) is a software application designed to manage and optimize warehouse operations. It helps organizations track inventory levels, manage picking, packing, and shipping processes, and optimize warehouse space utilization. Here are some key features and reasons why WMS is essential:…
Triple F: Freight Forwarding Functions
Are you wondering what exactly is a freight forwarder? What specifically do they do? This article is here to explain the freight forwarding functions in just a quick read: Written by: Wallace Hester, Director of Sales at Rogers & Brown Freight Forwarding is one of those shipping terms and definitions that seem logical, yet when…
How Does Storage Pricing Work in a 3PL Warehouse?
There are various pricing methods for storage in 3PL warehousing. Terms such as initial storage, recurring storage, half-month/full-month charges, and others are commonly used. Written by: Mark Hughes, VP of Domestic Operations at Brown Distribution Centers, LLC The pricing structures can vary depending on the type of product and its storage requirements. Let’s delve into these options…
Calculating and Understanding Customs Clearance Service Charges
Are you wondering how fees are figured out? What all goes into the cost of obtaining Customs clearance services? How do companies decide what to charge? Well, you’re in the right place! In this article, we’ll break down the general makeup and pricing structure for Customs clearance services to the nuts and bolts. Keep…
A Beginner’s Guide to US Customs Clearance for Imports: Documentation
Are you asking yourself: What documents do I need to clear my cargo? Importing goods into the United States involves the complex process of Customs clearance, but understanding the necessary documents beforehand can save importers like you a significant amount of stress, time, and even potential penalties. One key to a smooth clearance process…
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