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During the month of January 2019, MIQ Logistics was involved in a number of events throughout the logistics industry. Read industry updates, services offered by MIQ, and events that will be taking place in the January 2019 logistics link.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Industry News<\/h2>\n

No Exclusion Process on $200 Billion Section 301 List 3 Products Unless Tariff Raised to 25%<\/a><\/h3>\n

On January 11, 2019, in letters to lawmakers, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer made clear that an exclusion process will not be initiated for the Section 301 List 3 products unless negotiations with China fail and the tariff on $200 Billion is raised from 10% to 25%. Read more<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Terminal Congestion at West Coast Port Continues<\/a><\/h3>\n

U.S. West Coast ports, specifically Los Angeles and Long Beach terminals, continue to experience heavy congestion due to the unprecedented volumes arriving in the U.S. in anticipation of the upcoming Lunar New Year and the pending tariff changes. Read more<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

U.S. Imports of Composite Wood Products Must be TSCA Compliant by March Deadline<\/a><\/h3>\n

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is advising that after March 22, 2019, all regulated composite wood products (i.e., panels) created from binding strands, particles, fibers, veneers, or boards of wood together with adhesives (i.e., glues), including hardwood plywood, medium-density fiberboard (includes thin-MDF), and particleboard must be certified and labeled as compliant with the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Title VI. Read more<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Retail Imports Level Off After Rush to Beat Tariffs<\/a><\/h3>\n

Imports at the nation\u2019s major retail container ports have slowed down after a months-long rush to beat increased tariffs on goods from China, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates. Read more<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"MIQ<\/a><\/p>\n

December 2018 Manufacturing ISM Report On Business<\/a><\/h3>\n

Economic activity in the\u00a0manufacturing sector\u00a0expanded in December, and the\u00a0overall economy\u00a0grew for the 116th consecutive month, say the nation\u2019s supply executives in the latest\u00a0Manufacturing ISM\u00ae\u00a0Report On Business\u00ae. Read more<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"ISM<\/a><\/p>\n

Transpacific General Rate Increases (GRI), Peak Season Surcharges (PSS), and China Low Sulfur Surcharges (LSF)<\/a><\/h3>\n

\"2019<\/a><\/p>\n

Retail and Apparel Services<\/a><\/h2>\n

Today\u2019s demand-driven retail supply chains depend on reliable, efficient operations that can respond\u00a0with agility. The MIQ Logistics teams in Asia, Europe, North America, and Latin America offer\u00a0unparalleled experience, insight, and strategic advice to help retailers improve the efficiency of their\u00a0supply chains.<\/span><\/p>\n

Exceptional customer service is at the heart of everything we do. MIQ Logistics goes the extra mile to\u00a0ensure we deliver dependable, cost-effective supply chain management solutions, while meeting the\u00a0everyday challenges of making sure the right product is at the right place at the right time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our retail logistics management solutions span major trade regions around the world, offering a broad\u00a0portfolio of global logistics services.<\/span><\/p>\n

Retail Services<\/h3>\n

VENDOR MANAGEMENT<\/strong>\u00a0initiatives leverage our experience with major retailers and mass\u00a0<\/span>merchandisers for improved scorecard performance. They include vendor education, purchase order\u00a0and SKU-level management, document verification, order confirmation, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our\u00a0<\/span>ORIGIN SERVICES<\/strong>\u00a0ensure quick and effective turnover, from the\u00a0manufacturer\u2019s door to the port. Our services feature shipment planning,\u00a0execution, and a range of value-added offerings that include samples,\u00a0light assembly, kitting, repackaging and conversion activities, displays,\u00a0specialized product identification, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our comprehensive worldwide network of flexible\u00a0<\/span>TRANSPORTATION\u00a0SERVICES<\/strong>\u00a0helps you reduce operating costs while improving access to capacity, modes, trade lanes, and\u00a0service times on transportation to, from, and within Asia, Europe, North America, and Latin America.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our logistics engineers can design solutions to meet your specific\u00a0<\/span>DISTRIBUTION SERVICES\u00a0<\/strong>requirements\u00a0to respond to changing market conditions, including vendor consolidation, import deconsolidation,\u00a0warehouse management, flow-through order fulfillment, business process outsourcing, and DC bypass.<\/span><\/p>\n

As part of our\u00a0<\/span>ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT<\/strong>\u00a0processes, we work in partnership with our customers to\u00a0create continuous value by establishing and tracking key performance indicators and conducting\u00a0customer business reviews. We provide a primary point of contact for each customer. Our global\u00a0account managers work in collaboration with our regional account managers to ensure 24-hour\u00a0coverage and worldwide supply chain management. Upon request, we\u2019re also available for onsite\u00a0supervision.<\/span><\/p>\n

At MIQ Logistics, we use the very latest Web-hosted\u00a0<\/span>TECHNOLOGY<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0to keep you connected with your\u00a0shipments so that you can better manage processes, details, and the documentation inherent in global\u00a0supply chains. Our systems are built around flexibility and are designed to meet each customer\u2019s unique\u00a0requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n

SPECIAL PROJECT<\/strong>\u00a0retail shipments and timelines require a higher level of service to instill confidence\u00a0that everything will move as planned. Our retail logistics management services have proven successful\u00a0for retailers and their vendors for new product launches, special orders, unusual-size shipments, rework\u00a0projects, and shipments requiring kitting, labeling, inserts, and other value-added services.<\/span><\/p>\n

MIQ Logistics monitors\u00a0<\/span>COMPLIANCE<\/strong>\u00a0based on specific customer requirements.\u00a0MIQ builds safeguards into our processes by checking a shipment\u2019s status at key milestones to\u00a0detect and eliminate most international freight forwarding problems. These processes ensure regulatory\u00a0compliance, mitigate supply chain disruptions, and identify cost savings opportunities for our customers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our\u00a0<\/span>GLOBAL TRADE MANAGEMENT<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span>SERVICES<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0enable our retail customers to make informed\u00a0<\/span>sourcing and transportation decisions further upstream in the supply chain, thus creating more nimble\u00a0supply chains and improved cost control. We can provide compliance assessments, training, policy and\u00a0procedures, protests, regulatory research, trade agreement advice, and customs valuation guidance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Case Studies highlighting MIQ Logistics retail services solutions can be found here:\u00a0<\/span>MIQ Case Studies<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

For more information about MIQ Logistics retail offerings, go to\u00a0<\/span>https:\/\/www.miq.com\/industries\/retail\/<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<\/span>contact your local MIQ Logistics representative<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Events\"GSCO<\/a><\/h2>\n

RILA – Retail Industry Leaders Association<\/strong><\/a>\"LINK<\/a><\/p>\n

LINK 2019 \u2013 The Retail Supply Chain Conference<\/p>\n

Gaylord Palms Resort, Booth 1200<\/p>\n

Orlando, Florida<\/p>\n

February 24 \u2013 27, 2019<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

TPM – Trans-Pacific Maritime<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

TPM19 Conference\"TPM19<\/a><\/p>\n

Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center<\/p>\n

Long Beach, CA<\/p>\n

March 3 – 6, 2019<\/p>\n

Register Today<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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