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Two Worlds Collide: Import Operations and Compliance Benchmark StudyAccording to a recent study sponsored by Livingston International, two-thirds of shippers still use manual or spreadsheet-based processes for import operations and compliance. Despite the clear advantages, these companies have … Read more
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Paperless billing: Four options for Livingston clients
Explore your greener side with paperless billing
As part of our ongoing efforts to deliver flexible solutions, promote sustainability and reduce our environmental footprint, Livingston has introduced a series of…
Trans-Pacific Partnership: A trade agreement for the 21st century
The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) free trade agreement is expected to bring a number of economic benefits to importers and exporters on both sides of the Pacific Ocean.
Keep your business running smoothly: Prepare for the unexpected
Do you have a disaster recovery/business continuity plan in place? Does your customs broker?
Maximize your duty savings by taking advantage of First Sale and classification
Are you taking advantage of the First Sale Rule and accurately classifying your imports?
Five questions every Canadian food importer/exporter should ask
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) Safe Food for Canadians Act is currently scheduled to come into effect on January 1, 2015, and will have a significant impact on importers and exporters.
Understanding Electronic Export Information filing
Are you exporting goods out of the United States? Remember, anything you ship outside of the U.S. is considered an export – and as such, has certain requirements and responsibilities…
The Non-Resident Importer Guide
Find out how U.S. exporters can take advantage of the Non-Resident Importer program to expand into Canadian markets
This guide is an essential resource for any business aiming to become…
Is it time to audit your service provider?
Four questions to ask when evaluating your customs brokerage partner
If you trade internationally, you know that your supply chain is a critical element of your business operations. And, whether…
Improve shipping times and reduce risk: Understanding the benefits of Mutual Recognition
Find out how you can take advantage of the benefits Mutual Recognition agreements provide importers
As an importer, you know that any delay in your international shipments can have a…
How to build a great compliance program for your U.S. imports
Struggling with U.S. Import Regulations?
As an importer, compliance is essential for keeping your goods moving on-time, every time. If poor compliance practices are not addressed and corrected, the costs…
Trade News
The international air cargo industry experienced its longest peak season in sometime during the latter half of last year, and…
The Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is “evaluating” the use of port congestion-related demurrage fees by carriers and terminal operators, said…
After months on end of ongoing debate about granting President Barack Obama and his administration trade promotion authority (TPA), all…
On February 18th, 2015, the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) advised that they have initiated an expiry review concerning the…
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT’s) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) has extended the mandatory compliance date regulating…
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has been working with Food Safety Inspection Services (FSIS) of the United States Department…