Mastering Import and Export Management, 3rd Edition

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Export Management: Incoterms, Documentation, Compliance, Operations, and Export Supply Chain Skill Sets

Export documents are import documents. This simple statement is the foundation of a successful export program. Rushing a shipment out of the warehouse door should not undermine the importance of documentation, packing, marking, and labeling. Failing on any one of these elements risks customs delays, monetary penalties, and a dissatisfied customer. There is also the added responsibility of export compliance. Managing an export compliance program requires diligence, recurring training, and senior management support. This chapter offers a guideline of the fundamentals to operate a functional and compliant export program.

OVERVIEW OF INCOTERMS ...