International Commercial and Logistics Services
International Logistics Company in Dubai, UAE
Sourcing raw materials and resources, as well as finding sales markets for products in the international arena, can often be a demanding process, requiring significant financial investment and time, and carrying considerable risk. However, certain services can help simplify and streamline the processes of trade, export, and import. Some of these services include:
Identifying the target country’s market for sourcing resources outside the country of origin
Researching and identifying producers and suppliers in the target country
Assessing the most suitable country for exporting each type of product, or the best country for sourcing and importing raw materials or goods
Reliable representatives and extensive networks for identifying producers and suppliers in the target country
Credibility assessment (due diligence)
Sending samples of goods and raw materials to the buyer
Procurement, purchasing, shipping, and finalizing contracts
Packaging:
In commercial and logistics services, packaging is one of the critical stages prior to the transportation of goods. Proper packaging not only protects the products but also reflects the quality and high standards of the items inside. High-value goods or hazardous materials are usually packaged with extra care to ensure their safe and secure transport.
There are various types of packaging, such as pallets and wooden crates, cardboard boxes, PVC pipes, and many others, each designed to minimize the risk of damage to products. Proper packaging in logistics can have a direct impact on the efficiency and safety of the supply chain.
Warehousing:
In commercial and logistics services, warehousing plays a key role in import, export, transportation, and supply processes. Providing adequate space for the storage and safekeeping of goods enables businesses to improve inventory management and maintain better control over logistics operations. Centralized warehousing facilitates easier tracking and more efficient management of goods, thereby contributing to greater productivity throughout the supply chain.
Warehousing Stages:
1. Receiving Goods:
Goods enter the warehouse under security control. Entry requires delivery requests and permits. Security staff check the goods, verify quantities, and authorize categorization and storage in the warehouse.
2. Moving Goods:
After entry, goods are directed to the storage phase according to warehousing standards. At this stage, a proper location for each item is assigned. Once the delivery process is completed, the owners receive a warehouse receipt.
3. Request for Release or Shipment of Goods:
For goods to leave the warehouse, security personnel receive the release slip. During handover, they monitor and follow up on the collection of goods.
4. Packaging and Delivery of Goods:
Once the exit permit is granted, loading can take place. After loading, the goods are packaged, and a detailed list of the packaged items is prepared.
In commercial and logistics services, various methods are used to arrange goods in the warehouse, which are selected according to the type of goods and the characteristics of the warehouse. The way goods are arranged has a direct impact on maintaining the health of the products and can prevent any damage or injury to them. To improve order and efficiency, warehouse managers use warehouse management software to have more precise control over inventory. Important factors such as the weight of the goods, the type of materials stored, the expiration date and the physical characteristics of the products are also effective in the arrangement.
One of the main criteria in logistics services is the proper layout of the warehouse, which can increase overall productivity. Some of the key factors that should be considered in the layout design include preventing cross-collision of goods, creating sufficient space for the movement of workers and transportation equipment, and adjusting the warehouse floor for safe and efficient movement of inventory. Proper warehouse layout optimizes processes and reduces operating costs.
As you know, clearance in trade and logistics services refers to the process of entering or leaving goods internationally that cross the country’s customs borders. In other words, clearance involves preparing and submitting the necessary documents to facilitate export and import affairs on behalf of the owner of the goods and completing customs procedures. This process includes the costs related to customs clearance and delivery of cargo.
The most important point in customs clearance is to have the necessary permits that indicate the legality of all your commercial transactions and must have the approval of the relevant organizations.
For example, the documents required for clearance include import declaration, business card image, warehouse receipt, schedule, clearance, certificate of origin, invoice or purchase list, foreign exchange supply declaration with bill of lading, pro forma invoice, order registration permit, packing list, insurance policy, operating license of manufacturing companies, legal permits for clearance, official power of attorney, official license and export license. These documents are essential for every trader and merchant to be able to carry out the clearance process effectively and legally.
Steps for Customs Clearance of Goods:
Receiving the proforma invoice and packing list
Obtaining the commercial order registration permit
Insuring the goods
Preparing a file for foreign exchange allocation and bank transfer
Coordinating with the international transportation company
Receiving shipping documents from international transport companies
Completing documents and preparing the file
Drafting the pre-declaration
Review and approval by the customs and trade technical expert
Import declaration submission
Due to the different laws and regulations of each country and its various hierarchies, customs clearance operations require up-to-date information and sufficient experience in this field. Any carelessness in carrying out clearance operations causes great financial and reputational losses for merchants and their goods may be considered smuggled.
Successful international trade requires up-to-date knowledge and awareness of each country’s laws and regulations regarding the export and import of goods. In commercial and logistics services, it is important to know the fastest, least expensive, and shortest geographical route for transporting cargo, and it is usually necessary to use multiple modes of transportation to reach the final destination.
Choosing the best route can prevent significant financial losses and minimize the time it takes for goods to reach their destination.
We are ready to provide you with years of experience in domestic and international transportation. Up-to-date knowledge and awareness of international laws regarding export, import, and transportation of goods has enabled us to provide expert advice and review and compare all possible routes to choose the best option for you.
