Square One Supply Chain Podcast

In this episode we explore the benefits of a customs broker, when/why you might want to use them, how they impact your total landed cost and how to find the right one for your business. Our featured news includes FEDEX's $4.8 billion(US) acquisition of European rival TNT Express and what it means for FEDEX's global expansion plans.    Our resources for the week: 1. Canada Border Services Agency's list of licensed customs broker http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/services/cb-cd/cb-cd-eng.html   2. Dictionary of International Trade (10th Edition): A-Z on things around world trade such as truck trailers, standard rail cars, terms, and world currencies. http://store.worldtradepress.com/Dictionary_of_International_Trade.php