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Budget 2020 must offer MSMEs digital, physical infrastructure to help them ‘think bigger, store better’
Budget 2020 India: While the government has taken bold steps to ease the passage for payment gateways and neo-banks, SMEs need to be handheld further to adopt efficient tech-driven business practices.
Choosing the Right Clearing and Forwarding Agent
Clearing and forwarding (C&F) agents are experts when it comes to getting the goods cleared through customs formalities, coordinating with the carrier and taking care of all shipping and delivery related activities.
What is Bill of Lading in Shipping & Exports?
The bill of lading (BL/BOL) is an important legal document in global trade and exports. Find out what a bill of lading is, who issues it, its types, uses & more.
Difference between a Proforma Invoice and a Commercial invoice
One of the most important processes in invoicing is generating a pro-forma invoice and a commercial invoice. Considering the complex nature of these invoices, exporters tend to get confused between them. Read this guide to understand the difference between a pro-forma invoice and a commercial invoice and learn when to use them.
What is Freight Forwarding & Role of a Freight Forwarder
Freight forwarding is an important link in international logistics & shipping. Learn what a freight forwarding agent actually does, his responsibilities, duties & more
Documents Required for Your Export Order
Once you've undertaken the various steps needed to set up an export business, a last order of business will be to ensure you've got all your papers in order. Here's an indication of what you need to know.
Packing List & its format for Exports
A packing list is a shipping document that is widely used in international trade. As its name suggests, it contains information about the contents of the exported goods. It is attached visibly on the exterior of the shipment.
Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT)
DGFT (Directorate General of Foreign Trade) is the most important Government Body in Foreign Trade which acts as a regulator and facilitator of Export and Import in India. Read this guide to know more about its role and functions in developing India's Foreign Trade.