Nearshoring Series, E4: Navigating US Trade Compliance

In the final part of the nearshoring series, we talk about US trade compliance with Kelly Wilton, Cross-border Trade Compliance Manager at UPS Supply Chain Solutions. Kelly discusses the benefits and challenges regarding trade compliance when nearshoring supply chains from the Asia-Pacific region to North America.   To learn more about the podcast visit ups.com/scspodcast  

In the third episode of the four-part nearshoring series, we interview Jose Garcia, Vice President of LATAM for UPS Supply Chain Solutions. Drawing upon decades of experience with supply chains in Mexico and the US Southern Border, Jose identifies what it takes to set up a near-sourcing or near-manufacturing operation.   To learn more about the podcast visit ups.com/scspodcast  

In the second episode of the four-part series, we discuss the intricacies of doing business in Mexico, with a local subject matter expert – Diana Sanchez, Country Manager for UPS Supply Chain Solutions Mexico.  Diana shares insights about what to consider before shifting supply chain operations to Mexico from warehousing and transportation to customs regulations and culture. To learn more about the podcast visit ups.com/scspodcast

To kick off a four-part series, we discuss the factors that led to nearshoring becoming a popular supply chain topic and why this phenomenon has received increased attention in recent years. Join us for an introduction to the trade lane shift before we dive deeper into the trend in the following episodes. To learn more about the podcast visit ups.com/scspodcast  

In this episode, we chat with Teri Dawso, Product Manager, and Colton Magnant, Lead Data Scientist at UPS Supply Chain Solutions to talk about advanced analytics in the supply chain. Teri & Colton talk about the practical application of data analytics as well as building an effective business case for data projects.    To learn more about the podcast visit ups.com/scspodcast  

In this episode, we sit down with Eric Dolan, Vice President of Data and Innovation at UPS Supply Chain Solutions to talk about digital end-to-end supply chains. Eric shares examples of how companies have leveraged end-to-end visibility to improve decision-making and create efficiencies in their supply chain.    To learn more about the podcast visit ups.com/scspodcast

In this episode, we talk about artificial intelligence. We explore the current state of AI and share thoughts about how it could be applied to supply chains in the future.  To learn more about the podcast visit ups.com/scspodcast 

Join us as we discuss how to create engaging training for supply chain professionals with Angela McGarry, Training Manager at UPS Global Freight Forwarding. Angela shares her approach to developing effective training and how to maintain a mindset of continuous education.    To learn more about the podcast visit ups.com/scspodcast  

In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Baumblatt, Director of Marketing, Pricing and Revenue Management for Ocean Freight at UPS Supply Chain Solutions. Jeff breaks down the basics of Ocean Freight Forwarding and shares tips on how to navigate market fluctuations.    To learn more about the podcast visit ups.com/scspodcast  

In this episode, we discuss Air and Ocean Freight industry trends and what the forecast looks like for freight forwarding peak season 2023. Tune in for tips on what to look out for in the industry and how to prepare for a potential peak season.  To learn more about the podcast visit ups.com/scspodcast