Commencing e-commerce sales across international borders taps your company’s full potential and unlocks a whole new market for your products. Achieving positive results from global e-commerce expansion isn't automatic, but there are ways to maximize your chances for success. While there is more to it than just ensuring your website is accessible in another Read More
If you have a global e-commerce business that sources low-value parts from other countries, then you should pay attention to the de minimis value threshold. This rule applies to the value of non-originating materials that can be shipped into the U.S. before duties and taxes are assessed. You’ll want to keep a watchful eye Read More
For most Americans, July is about Independence Day, family vacations and warm weather. But for those in the e-commerce business, mid-summer signals something entirely different: the impending arrival of the Christmas shopping season. While we have several more months before Cyber Monday and holiday madness, the time required to get your sales and shipping Read More
Searching for a new market for your e-commerce operations? How about selling into the second-easiest place to do business on the planet, per The World Bank: Singapore. While the Asian nation is geographically small, its high level of technology adoption and younger middle class with disposable income make it a fruitful place to Read More
Global trade has opened the doors to financial growth for thousands of U.S. companies, from small retailers and medium-sized technology firms to large aviation corporations. But will those doors close if the current U.S.-China trade war continues? Many business leaders, along with countless employees at companies affected by tariffs, are asking that very question Read More
E-commerce and advances in logistics have put more U.S. companies than ever before in touch with global markets – and millions of potential new customers. If your business has not launched an international strategy, 2019 is a good time to get started. Or, if you’re already trading beyond our borders, there’s no time like Read More
Your supply chain is the lifeblood of your company. So when it’s disrupted, the consequences can be financially and operationally painful. That’s why the annual onset of Chinese New Year (CNY) is such a challenging time – and one that demands careful planning and preparation. This year, CNY begins on February 5, but Read More
In its most basic form, logistics is all about planning for the future. It’s about determining the best way to build, implement and manage supply chains today that will deliver efficiently and effectively tomorrow and beyond. For businesses in the booming e-commerce arena, logistics and shipping represent the final and essential factor in the Read More
The question of offering free shipping or not offering free shipping is on e-tailer’s minds year-round. Free shipping has become the norm, especially during the holiday season; 70 percent of shoppers have the expectation of receiving free shipping during the holidays, and 83 percent of consumers search for free shipping when shopping online, according to Read More
If your business is global, then you know how complex the border clearance process can be. For those that import goods into the U.S., complying with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements for each and every shipment can make the difference between speedy satisfaction and difficult delays. In fact, 80 percent of delayed Read More
