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Types of Bill of Lading That Affects Your Import & Export Business (Infographic)

excelsior on November 21, 2016

Bill of Lading (BOL, Waybill) is a legal document between the shipping carrier and the business which acts as 1) a proof of contract of carriage, 2) receipt of goods, and 3) document of title of goods. It is considered as one of the most important documents in the whole shipping and freight process. Unknown to many, bill lading has many types, and each of these has its own purpose and set of specific instructions for the shipping carrier.

Check out this visual guide as we present some of the most common types of bill of lading used in the importing and exporting business.

Importer Checklist: Save Time and Money (Infographic)

excelsior on September 9, 2016

Being competitive in today’s market requires your overall business operations to be fast and smart in every step of the way, all while maintaining a sound profit and cash flow. Many of the trade leaders nowadays see importing as a strategic move to overcome the strains in this overly competitive market. Importing, especially if it’s the backbone of your business, can give you an upper-hand in the market if executed carefully. Whether it’s your first time to import products from other countries or not, it is always important to know the basics and other fundamental factors that can affect the whole importation process. To help you carry it out, we’ve put together seven things that can actually save you time and money when bringing in those raw materials and products into the local area of your operations.