With 96 percent of the world’s consumers located outside the U.S., going global is big league for most businesses. Especially for tech companies, post-sales service goes hand-in-hand with selling. For American exporters setting up a global service supply chain and moving spare parts into a new country, uncertain infrastructure, language differences and local laws can create complexity. But there is also a significant and often unseen challenge that awaits businesses in the form of trade compliance. It’s your responsibility to know the regulations, by country, and to ensure they’re followed to the letter of the law. It’s a daunting task no matter the experience level you may have. After downloading this white paper you’ll have a better idea of what it takes to successfully import and export. By using the included checklist, you’ll be equipped to audit your current trade compliance program.

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