by Daryl Wells | Jun 10, 2026 | Digital Platform, Imports Document Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Services
The Legacy Import Playbook is Broken For decades, import school taught a predictable formula: negotiate the lowest possible FOB (Free on Board) price with your factory, apply a standardized historical multiplier for estimated freight and duties, and set your retail or...
by Daryl Wells | Feb 23, 2026 | Buyer Sourcing and Ordering, Digital Platform, Import Treasury Management, Imports Document Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Services
In 2026, visibility isn’t enough. Discover how Tradecloud Enterprise moves businesses from reactive tracking to proactive supply chain orchestration and accurate landed costing. The “New Normal” of 2026 has officially arrived, and it is defined by...
by Daryl Wells | Jan 23, 2026 | Buyer Sourcing and Ordering, Digital Platform, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Services
The dawn of 2026 hasn’t just brought a new calendar year; it has ushered in a new era of complexity for the import/export sector. While the World Trade Organization (WTO) anticipates a stabilization in global trade growth, the underlying landscape is shifting...
by Daryl Wells | Dec 12, 2025 | Business Process Outsourcing, Digital Platform, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Services
The complexity of global trade has never been higher. For Supply Chain Managers and Import/Export Directors, a persistent question keeps surfacing: Are we better off investing in a powerful digital platform for automation and real-time visibility, or do we need to...
by Daryl Wells | Sep 22, 2025 | Digital Platform, Import Treasury Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Services
In today’s complex global landscape, manufacturers face a constant battle: the “raw material roulette.” Whether you’re in the tyre manufacturing industry sourcing natural rubber from Southeast Asia, an automotive manufacturer importing...
by Daryl Wells | May 15, 2025 | Digital Platform, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Services
Introduction In 2025, global supply chains face unprecedented challenges. Geopolitical tensions, shifting trade policies, and unforeseen disruptions have underscored the importance of resilience and adaptability in supply chain management. Recent developments, such as...
