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4 major new technologies may subvert future shipping industry

Source: Maritime Services Network CNSS In the past one or two years, one of the hot spots in the shipping circle can be described as "cross-border development." Currently, blockchains, cloud technologies, and virtual reality technologies are quietly changing the shipping industry. Shipping companies , manufacturers, customs and ports can all benefit from these new technologies. Therefore, new technologies are bound to bring great potential to the shipping market in the future. This article will focus on the current "four biggest new technologies" in the shipping circle and how they will embrace the era of the big platform: Blockchain technology The so-called blockchain technology, also known as distributed ledger technology, is an Internet database technology that is characterized by decentralized, open and transparent, so that everyone can participate in database records. Explain in plain language: If we assume that the database is a book, reading and writ

Is Your Business Exporting? Here’s How to Reduce Clearance Delays (And Frustration)

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  Here is a scenario: your e-commerce operations have been rising on a wave of interest from international buyers. To keep up the momentum — and keep your global customers happy – you need your exports to arrive quickly and safely in their destination countries, and more importantly, in the hands of your clients. But as the number of transactions grows, delivery delays are creeping into the picture, caused mostly by confusion about complex and changing Customs requirements, as well as recurring problems with border clearance documentation. You are frustrated. Your team is frustrated. And your customers are considering taking their business elsewhere. Fortunately, there are specialists and resources available to help, and specific steps you can take to keep your products moving efficiently. With fewer in-house staff available to manage documentation requirements and compliance with Customs rules, small businesses need to pay particular attention to some basic border clearance str