Join us for an advanced webinar, led by Amy Morgan of Altana, that explores the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in Harmonized System (HS) code classification. This session is designed for seasoned practitioners eager to delve into the latest innovations and practical applications of AI in trade compliance and classification. Together we will cover the current AI-powered classification landscape, compare new approaches and m...

Join us for an informative webinar on navigating third-party transfers and retransfers in compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). This session will provide participants with practical guidance and expert insights to effectively manage third-party transfers and retransfers while ensuring compliance with ITAR requirements. In this special one-hour event, we will examine the third-party transfer (TPT) requirement in...

Forced labor in North American supply chains has emerged as a major issue for importers to include as part of their compliance programs. This is attributable to the USMCA’s absolute prohibition against the importation of goods made with forced labor and the subsequent actions taken by USMCA parties to introduce forced-labor-related compliance and enforcement mechanisms. Notwithstanding these positive legal and regulatory developments, th...

Importers of record have a responsibility to use 'reasonable care' when declaring the classification, valuation, country of origin, and use of duty preference programs for merchandise upon entry to the U.S.U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) often verifies that an importer is declaring merchandise entered into the U.S. properly by sending the importer a Request for Information, also known as CBP Form 28. Upon receipt of a Request for Info...

Trade Compliance Toolbox: A Jurisdiction and Classification Deep Dive In today's globalized business landscape, adherence to export compliance is paramount, and accurate classification is the foundation of ensuring regulatory compliance. Join former regulators Candace Goforth, Tony Dearth, and Bruce O’Cain as they analyze the classification process and provide benchmarking information and tips on conducting classification assessments for...

Trends in Information Sharing: AI Impacts on Regulatory Compliance and Best Practices The continuing evolution and use of artificial intelligence is reshaping compliance frameworks, necessitating more efficient and secure information sharing practices across industries worldwide. Join us as we explore the transformative effects of AI on the regulatory landscape and best practices concerning the protection and sharing of various types of sensit...

Benefits of Designing for Exportability to Maximize Your International Business Join us for an insightful webinar on designing for exportability to master navigating the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Technology Security and Foreign Disclosure (TSFD) requirements of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA). In this one-hour webinar, we will examine the jurisdiction and classification process, TSFD processes, and best practices...

Mexico Manufacturing & Trade Operations: A Discussion of the Opportunities and Challenges Arising Under the USMCA Mexico has long been an important node in global manufacturing and supply chain networks. While the rise of China diverted some of the trade and investment that would otherwise have gone to Mexico in the 2001-2017 time period, the passage of the USMCA, considered in conjunction with the ongoing U.S.-China trade war, has had the...

Free and Open to the Public Speaker: Karen Harbaugh | Partner and Government Contracts Practice Lead | Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP NCBFAA/NEI: 1 CCS/MCS/CES/MES credit Contractors with a facility clearance must continuously ensure their compliance with the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and the specific requirements in the NISP Operating Manual (NISPOM). Join Squire Patton Boggs partner and government contracts practice lead, Kar...

When it comes to import customs and regulatory agency compliance, there are many variables to consider. If you expect to get your cargo into the country in a timely and efficient manner, it is important to get it right the first time. The risks are too great for noncompliance when considering the potential government penalty actions, increased costs, and loss of reputation. In this webinar, we’ll cover: Elementary compliance – Alwa...