Supply Chain Compliance

THE VIGILANT VIGIL – 24th EDITION

Welcome, visitor, to the Vigil. Here you will find a summation of current global trade changes and regulatory updates. We aim to deliver helpful insights in a timely and relevant manner, to help you remain vigilant in an ever-evolving trade environment.   The Editing Director (T.E.D.)’s Foreword:   KNOW YOUR… EVERYTHING?   For more than…

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KNOWLEDGE IS POWER: It May Be Time to Redefine KYC

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER: It May Be Time to Redefine KYC   For more than 30 years, one concept has been drilled into my head as an export compliance professional: Know Your Customer (KYC). Know who you are selling to. Know where the product is going. Know the ultimate consignee and end user. Know what they…

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Audit Your Customs Broker: Why Importers Must Own Recordkeeping

Could you produce every entry document for the last five years in 30 days if Customs asked tomorrow? If that question tightens your stomach, you are not alone. It is exactly why we urge importers to embrace a simple truth that protects margins and peace of mind. The Real Risk: You Are Responsible, Not Your…

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