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How to grow your business through inbound leads

This short video is part of a series from JWS Sales Consultants on how companies can grow their business through inbound leads. This part looks at the importance and ease of using Google my Business / Google Local.

What is Supply Chain Consulting?

  Introduction In today's globalized world, businesses rely on efficient and well-coordinated supply chains to deliver products and services to their customers. But managing a complex supply chain can be challenging, especially for companies with limited resources or expertise. That's where supply chain consulting comes in. What is Supply Chain Consulting? Supply chain consulting is a professional service that helps businesses optimize their supply chains for efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and responsiveness. Consultants work with companies to identify areas for improvement, develop and implement solutions, and track progress over time. What do Supply Chain Consultants Do? Supply chain consultants offer a wide range of services, including: Supply chain strategy development:  Consultants can help you develop a comprehensive supply chain strategy that aligns with your overall business goals. This includes identifying your target markets, analyzing your sourcing options, and de

What Is UK Customs Clearance?

  UK Customs Clearance is the process by which goods entering or leaving the United Kingdom are assessed and cleared of all import duties and taxes, such as VAT. This must occur whenever goods cross a border or leave any customs-authorised facility such as an airport, port, tunnel crossing or road crossing. Customs clearance processes are complex and can take an extensive amount of documentation, with various documents needed to assess safety and security, calculate import duties and collect fees. Accuracy in document submission is absolutely key; any mistakes could significantly delay shipment times. UK businesses must now submit customs declarations for all shipments entering and leaving the UK, including road freight from/to Europe as well as between Great Britain and Ireland (excluding Northern Ireland). This has added another level of complexity for many companies, requiring training on new processes as well as understanding classification of their goods correctly and meeting a

Importing Food into the USA

Food and Drug Administration regulations impose stringent requirements on companies looking to import food products into the US. Noncompliance can result in serious fines; our experienced food import specialists understand these regulations inside out and can guide your company through them easily. Whether your product is food, beverages, pharmaceuticals or more exotic items requiring USDA inspection, customs must be cleared without delay and at reasonable costs. Custom  clearance  processes can often be complex and time-consuming if handled correctly; our customs brokers are on hand 24/7 to help make this process more manageable for our clients. Importing foods requires accurate information. Our experienced customs brokers verify that the information on your international shipments is correct and up-to-date to help avoid fines or delays at customs. They can also accurately calculate tariffs and taxes so you know exactly which fees will be assessed to your shipment at the border crossi

5 Benefits of Supply Chain Management

Supply chains are integral components of successful businesses, offering businesses of all types the tools necessary for efficient operations and reduced risks. Here, we discuss five major  benefits associated with Supply Chain Management  (SCM). Reduced Operating Costs Increased Predictability Improved Supply Chain Communication Increased Profits SCM delivers numerous advantages to manufacturing and distribution businesses, starting with improved product quality. In order to produce top-quality goods for consumers, each step in the production process must be closely managed; SCM allows this by monitoring every stage of production chain management and identifying any areas for improvement through collaboration between consumers and suppliers, analysis of multiple data sources and advanced technologies. As a result, it assists manufacturers and distributors in eliminating inconsistencies, errors and delays that occur throughout distribution. SCM helps companies reduce operating costs by