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Building a Good Cyber Security Strategy

Co-Authored by Ben Abbott & Associates

Progressive IT infrastructures should be built around progressive security systems. While the landscape of network technologies has changed through the assets like cloud computing and Internet of Things (IoT), keeping data protected is getting more challenging than ever before. To ensure data security is top of mind for your corporation, you have to build a cybersecurity strategy that resonates with your particular ecosystem, responding to all possible threats and vulnerabilities. See our Top 6 Steps below and make sure you RSVP today to join Diaz Trade Consulting’s Cyber Security and CTPAT webinar on October 9. […]

By Jennifer Diaz|2022-07-07T12:59:53-04:00July 27, 2018|Events, Speaking, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)|0 Comments

MY GOODS HAVE BEEN SEIZED, WHAT SHOULD I DO?! / ¡Mis Bienes Han Sido Decomisados!, ¿Qué Debo Hacer?

Why Have My Goods Been Seized?

For many companies who begin the process of importing goods there is an expectation and an underlying hope that the entire process will run smoothly. However, if your product is not compliant with U.S. laws and regulations, 19 CFR Part 162 and 19 CFR 151 authorizes U.S. Customs & Border (CBP) to either detain or seize your goods upon importation. For importers, the best moment to contact a Customs expert is at the detention phase. This will expedite the correct communication with CBP and increase the likelihood of your product not being seized. […]

By Jennifer Diaz|2022-07-07T12:58:09-04:00July 27, 2018|Best Practices, Customs Broker, Events, Import, International Law, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)|0 Comments

USDA Proposed Rule to Inform Consumers of GMO’s (Costing Industry 1.7 BILLION)

Do you want to know if your food contains any GMOs? Do you know what the difference is between a GMO and Bioengineered Food? For the last 2 years, the USDA has been writing new rules for labeling and packaging food with GMOs – learn the latest below!

What is Bioengineered Food? […]

By Jennifer Diaz|2022-07-07T12:57:12-04:00July 27, 2018|Best Practices, Customs Broker, FDA Issues, Food, Import|2 Comments

Does Dirty Money Infiltrate your Market Place?

Whether you’re an importer, custom broker, regulatory affairs professional, in house legal professional, or product development manager, you don’t want to miss our next webinar!

Many do not realize the impact 9/11 had on international trade, increasingly bringing money laundering into the financial system, frequently via terrorism. RSVP Now to join our Trade Based Money Laundering Webinar. And don’t forget to check out all of our upcoming webinars!

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By Jennifer Diaz|2022-07-07T12:56:19-04:00July 17, 2018|Customs Broker, Import, International Trade, International Travel, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)|0 Comments

Goodbye Airport lines. Hello Trusted Traveler Programs.

As the summer heat climbs, so does the volume of international travelers. According to Generali Global Assistance annual travel survey, the number of Americans planning to travel over the summer increased from 61% in 2016 to 68% today, surpassing the rates of both their European (64%) and Chinese (67%) counterparts. The report delves even deeper, explaining that the average American budgets $2,643 for a summer vacation lasting 1.5 weeks. This summer, 54% of American travelers will go abroad, increasing the workload of border integrity agencies and increasing the level of inconvenience placed on the travelers. When traveling, no one enjoys waiting in lines, airport’s inefficient organization, and especially, wasting precious time. […]

By Jennifer Diaz|2022-07-07T12:54:58-04:00July 10, 2018|International Travel, U.S Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)|0 Comments

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