What is a Switch Bill Of Lading ?
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What is a Switch Bill of Lading, and When is it used?

International trade involves the movement of goods across borders, and proper documentation is crucial to ensure a smooth and legal shipping process. 

One of the essential documents in international shipping is the bill of lading, which serves as a contract between the carrier and the shipper, detailing the type, quantity, and destination of the goods being shipped. 

Among the different types of bills of lading used in international trade, the Switch Bill of Lading is crucial, as it facilitates the transfer of ownership or control of the goods to a third party. 

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DHL vs FedEx
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FedEx vs DHL: Which one is the best for international shipping?

Are you looking for a reliable international shipping company, but not sure which one to choose between FedEx and DHL? In this article, we'll compare the two giants and help you determine which one is the best for your needs. We'll cover factors such as shipping rates, delivery times, and customer service, so you can make an informed decision.

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What Is The best way To Ship From China
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What is the best way to ship freight from China?

Half of the products we import are made in China, regardless of whether you are a regular customer or the owner of an online store. It's sometimes simply for a buyer to stay out of the actual shipping from China process because it's something they might not be familiar with and should be left to the experts. For importers, shipping products from China is a challenging but crucial issue. Many importers are constantly attempting to achieve a better balance between shipment time and cost.

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The end of 2M alliance
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End of the 2M Alliance: What are the impacts and what can you do to prepare?

It's been decided, as shipping leaders Maersk and MSC now plan to pursue their growth independently starting in January 2025 by terminating the historic 2M Alliance. It is unclear why this alliance has ended, but it may be related to changes in the business strategies of the two companies or through regulatory demands.

The end of the 2M alliance between Maersk and MSC will have an impact on the companies that use these shipping lines to transport their goods.

It is therefore important for companies to be prepared by identifying alternative transport arrangements to ensure business continuity. There may be disruptions in supply chains and increases in freight rates.

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TOP 10 B2B.ECOMMERCE PLATFORMS FOR 2023
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Top 10 B2B eCommerce Platforms for 2023

B2B Platforms have completely revolutionized the whole e-commerce industry. They have left behind all the traditional buying-selling ways and have become the go-to place for all bulk traders. 

65% of B2B companies across all industries are totally relying on online websites for their sales. As per the industry stats, almost 80% of the entire b2b industry will go digital. This is high time for businesses to understand the importance of these websites and get started on them. 

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10 Essential Procurement Trends in 2023
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10 essential Sourcing & Procurement Trends to Embrace in 2023

Procurement refers to acquiring goods or services that a company needs to operate. This can include everything from raw materials and production inputs to office supplies and equipment. 

It is typically managed by a procurement department responsible for identifying the organization's needs, evaluating potential suppliers, negotiating prices and contracts, and managing the procurement process from start to finish. Here are a few potential procurement trends to consider embracing in 2023.

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How Use Social Media Find Suppliers in China
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How to Use Social Media to Find Suppliers in China?

Social media channels have increased the reach of businesses in many ways, including the ability to find new suppliers. You can use social media to increase your marketability and also open up opportunities for new revenue streams. In this article, we discuss how you can use social media to find suppliers in China that are trying to break into the American market.

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Which Shipping Mode To Choose For Your E-commerce Business?

E-commerce shipping is the transport process that receives an online order from the warehouse to fetch it to the customer's address. Once they take the order from the warehouse, it takes 1-7 days to reach the destination. Shipping has the closest contact with e-commerce customers.  

But orders that are damaged or delayed can upset them too. Thus, it is essential to ensure top-notch shipping and delivery for the loyal customer base. And for that, you must have the best shipping options for your eCommerce business. 

Taking this into account, you can consider employing a Nodejs development company whose framework can assist you in adding the shipping mode to your website or application. But before you hire the Nodejs developers, you first need to decide which shipping you can choose for your business. Here, the blog has compiled a list of the shipping mode options you can pick from to cater to your shipping needs.  

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What is an ATA Carnet and How Do You Use It?

The Carnet ATA facilitates international trade by streamlining documentation and lowering transaction costs.
Several customs documents typically required for transit, temporary export, and temporary import are replaced by the Carnet ATA (Admission Temporaire/Temporary Admission), allowing foreign commercial enterprises to operate tax-free. This process makes it possible, among other things, to take part in salons, present product samples, or use professional, scientific, or educational equipment. The ATA Carnet may be used to cover the temporary importation of goods into trade with parties to the ATA of Brussels (1961) and/or the Istanbul Convention (1990).

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