Author: Stu Spikerman

Mastering Regulated Industries Logistics: Insights for Compliance and Efficiency

What is Regulated Industries Logistics? Regulated Industries Logistics involves the specialized management of supply chains in industries where strict government regulations dictate how goods are stored, transported, and distributed. These industries include pharmaceuticals, food products, consumer goods, and more. The goal is not only to meet legal and compliance requirements but also to ensure efficiency, […]

Global Trade Compliance Services: Your Guide to Smooth International Operations

What Are Global Trade Compliance Services? Global Trade Compliance Services are specialized solutions designed to ensure that businesses adhere to the complex web of international trade regulations. Whether you’re an importer, exporter, or supply chain manager, these services help navigate the maze of rules governing tariffs, customs clearance, and trade agreements. Compliance isn’t just about […]

The Ultimate Guide to Duty-Free Warehousing

What is Duty-Free Warehousing? At its core, duty-free warehousing is a storage solution designed to minimize financial and logistical burdens for businesses engaged in international trade. It allows companies to defer customs duties and taxes until their goods are sold or leave the warehouse. Imagine being able to hold inventory while navigating unpredictable markets without […]

FTZ Inventory Control: Optimizing Supply Chain Efficiency

What is FTZ Inventory Control? FTZ Inventory Control refers to the process of managing and monitoring goods within a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) to ensure compliance with regulations while optimizing costs and efficiency. It involves tracking the location, status, and value of inventory, adhering to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements, and using advanced […]

FTZ Compliance Consulting: Maximizing Savings and Simplifying Trade Operations

What is FTZ Compliance Consulting? Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) Compliance Consulting is the process of providing expert guidance to businesses operating within FTZs, ensuring they meet all regulatory requirements while maximizing the financial and operational benefits of the program. FTZs are designated areas where goods can be imported, stored, and manufactured without immediately incurring customs […]

FTZ Duty Deferral Services: Streamline Your Operations and Save Costs

What Are FTZ Duty Deferral Services? Simply put, FTZ Duty Deferral Services allow businesses to manage customs duties more efficiently by utilizing designated Foreign-Trade Zones. Within these zones, goods are treated as though they are outside U.S. Customs territory. This means companies can delay paying duties until goods leave the zone for U.S. consumption or […]

FTZ (Foreign Trade Zone) Warehousing: How It Can Revolutionize Your Supply Chain

What is FTZ (Foreign Trade Zone) Warehousing? At its core, FTZ (Foreign Trade Zone) warehousing is a designated area where businesses can import goods without immediately paying customs duties or tariffs. Think of it as a safe haven for international trade, right within the U.S., where goods are stored, processed, and even exported without the […]

Custom Reporting: Unlocking Insights for Smarter Logistics

What is Custom Reporting? Custom reporting is the process of designing reports tailored to the specific needs of a business. Unlike standard reports that follow fixed templates, custom reporting offers flexibility in structure, visualizations, and data sources. At Tri-Link FTZ, we’ve seen firsthand how this capability empowers businesses to extract actionable insights from complex logistics […]

EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) Integration: Enhancing Business Processes

Understanding EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) Integration EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) Integration refers to the automated transfer of standardized business documents between systems. Instead of relying on manual processes like email or paper-based transactions, EDI enables businesses to exchange purchase orders, invoices, shipment notices, and more electronically. As a company with over 35 years of experience […]

Labeling and Barcoding: Streamlining Logistics and Inventory Management

Defining Labeling and Barcoding Labeling and barcoding refer to the use of labels and barcode technology to encode, identify, and track items in a supply chain or warehouse. A barcode is a machine-readable image that encodes product data like SKU, weight, or location. Labeling ensures these barcodes are attached securely to products, shelves, or packages, […]