Should export control compliance be outsourced to a freight forwarder?

Export control compliance is not a task that should be outsourced to your freight forwarder. Freight forwarders can provide excellent expertise and guidance on logistics and may have some knowledge of your export business but the exporter is principally responsible for that task and certainly will be the first focus if any violation occurs.

What happens if a company fails to comply with export regulations?

Failure to comply will result in disciplinary action set at the discretion of the export compliance manager. Another way to hold employees accountable is to put training as a requirement in their performance plans. To keep a compliance program running smoothly, the system and its parts must be tested and recalibrated.

What happens if an employee fails to comply with export training?

Employees are asked to sign certificate at the end of training, that states he or she is responsible for understanding the information taught in the training. Failure to comply will result in disciplinary action set at the discretion of the export compliance manager.

How do you train export compliance managers?

Export compliance managers need to get their attention and cooperation. In designing the training program, look to tailor the message as specifically as possible to help various staff members understand their role and how they need to contribute.

What is export control training?

Export control training is based on job specific needs and at different levels. Employees are informed on their training requirements and told what trainings to take and how often (i.e. quarterly, yearly). Attendance logs are used for documentation which includes agenda, date, trainer, trainees, and subjects.

Do I need an export license?

U.S. Government rules, licenses, and other legal considerations may apply to your product or service. Before you export, you need to determine whether your product, technology, or service might need an export license.