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COVER STORY Make the Right Play in your Supply Chain Management Program Now that March Madness nears conclusion, some people are questioning their picks. Are they also evaluating their day to day business decisions? Scarbrough International, Ltd. is a sure pick within the world of global logistics for numerous reasons. Scarbrough International is a leader among Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders in supply chain security. Since 2003, Scarbrough International has been a fully-validated member of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) voluntary trade security program, Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT). The purpose of C-TPAT is to secure U.S. and international supply chains from terrorist organizations by partnering with the trade communities. Companies participating in C-TPAT are required to document and validate their supply chain security procedures in relation to current CBP C-TPAT best practices and requirements. Scarbrough International is committed to the policies and procedures of C-TPAT. This dedication has benefited Scarbrough through faster processing of customs entries, fewer inspections of cargo and timely release of cargo. As a result, Scarbrough has accrued a shortened supply chain while being good corporate citizens. Although the C-TPAT program is currently voluntary, the program may become mandatory for all other importers in the future. Every company should evaluate the positive impact of becoming a C-TPAT member. Approximately 90 percent of the world’s manufactured goods are moved on transport ships with containers stacked several stories high. Some ships carrying as many as 4,000 containers each. If another major terrorist attack on the United States occurs, all ports would likely close down. Upon reopening, an enormous backlog for Customs clearance would ensue. If an importer is a C-TPAT member, their cargo would reach the front of the line at the port once it was reopened. CBP would view the C-TPAT member importer as a lower risk, refocusing their attention on high risk, non-C-TPAT importers. By being a C-TPAT member an importer can mitigate the impact of temporarily frozen borders. -- Jennifer Holtman, Import Customer Service Representative |
INTERNATIONAL MONITOR Germany has the 3rd largest economy in the world so if you aren’t trading with the Deutsch you may be missing out! Germany is the world’s largest exporter according to the World Trade Organization. Mechanical engineering happens to be where Germany holds 20 percent of the worldwide market and their variety of exports consist of commodities like textiles, coal, electronics, chemical goods, vehicles, along with many others. They are also known for their cutting edge technology and innovations as well as the quality of their products; and they are a leading game player when it comes to overall exports/imports. Based on research completed by the World Trade Organization, the list below shows the top 10 countries for German exports in 2005... --Raquel Shields, Sales Executive (St Louis) |
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BUSINESS NEWS
New Standard Security Program (SSP) Aims to Protect the Skies An SSP is required by the TSA for all IAC’s (many of who’s employees must undergo an STA), who must use a KS or obtain an SSE to move air freight. Confused by this bureaucratic alphabet soup? So are a lot of people in the transportation industry. As the industry begins to sort out the recently updated (and considerably tougher) guidelines for shipping air freight, attempting to keep up can be a daunting task. The Indirect Air Carrier Standard Security Program (IACSSP) creates new rule and regulations that affect Scarbrough and its customers. The IACSSP itself has been designated as “Sensitive Security Information” -- Blake Hollander, Intern (William Jewell) |
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Scarbrough Logistics Adds a Line Haul Service between St. Louis and Chicago March 26th, Scarbrough Logistics completed the
first of Scarbrough’s St. Louis/Chicago line hauls. The 53 feet drive-in took to the road under the direction of
Central Dispatch in Kansas City. The truck will be operational day and
night. Please contact David Kirby at 816-584-2490 with any questions you have about this service -- Scott Woods, Marketing Department |
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SCARBROUGH NEWS S.T.O.P. is a Bush Administration organization that brings together the Department of Commerce, the Department of Homeland Security, the Food an Drug Administration, the State Department, and the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative. Announced in October of 2004, the organization created a five-point plan to confront issues of piracy and counterfeiting.. -- Arijana Hoormann, Branch Manager St. Louis |
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QUOTE OF THE MONTH -- Carl Schurz
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Inside Sales Department Scarbrough has added an Inside Sales Department. Jessica Bowman will lead the department which exists to add another dimension to our commitment to customer service. Please welcome Jessica to the Scarbrough Team and we encourage you to contact Jessica with questions you may have about Scarbrough’s services. 816-584-2437 or jbowman@scarbrough-intl.com |
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