25/10/2022
Build a resilient supply chain with these innovative approaches from the experts
By now, we are all probably well aware of the economic turmoil caused by the COVID 19 pandemic and the knock-on effects it has had,…
global value chain
19/01/2022
CITP Spotlight: Warren Senkowski, Trade Commissioner, Global Affairs Canada
Warren Senkowski began his career in international trade back in 2016, when he became a Trade Commissioner in the Pacific Regional Office for Global Affairs Canada in Vancouver. Throughout…
08/12/2021
Global value chains: From fruitful discussions to meaningful actions
Global value chains (GVCs) have been at the center of attention in both business and policy spheres around the globe for the past two years….
10/11/2021
Necessary agreements and legal considerations for cargo insurance in international trade
Cargo insurance is a hot topic in our current trade ecosystem. Week after week, news reports about shipping delays, accidents, and port congestion have become…
12/02/2020
Choosing the wrong Incoterms® can mess up your contract – here’s how to get it right
Which Incoterms® rule an organization chooses for a trade transaction will depend on a number of factors. Here’s how to get it right.
09/04/2019
Karmesh Patel, CITP|FIBP – Cross Border Agent
After working in Tanzania and taking FITTskills online courses, Karmesh Patel, CITP now works for Livingston International as a Cross Border Agent.
03/11/2017
The 9 steps you need to solve your inventory problems
The following systematic process can help companies assess the size of their inventory problems and find ways to limit their impact.
06/10/2017
Take your supplier relationship management to the next level for better global performance
Supplier relationship management involves assessment, evaluation and subsequent action planning to optimize long-term strategic supplier relationships.
13/10/2016
Trade liberalization has a unique effect on women in global business
The goal of gender equality in trade policy formulation is to anticipate the unequal impact of trade policy and trade commitments across gender – minimize the negative consequences and maximize positive outcomes.
03/06/2016
What are the opportunities, challenges and issues women face in the global value chain?
To do that, we rounded up some of the most influential voices we could find who are not only experts on the topic, but who deal with women’s issues, working to improve their lives daily.