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Toby Gooley
Managing Editor
Before joining DC VELOCITY, Toby Gooley spent 20 years at Logistics Management covering international trade as Senior Editor and Managing Editor. Prior to that she was an export traffic manager for 10 years. She holds a B.A. in Asian Studies from Cornell University.
The brewing battle over the HMT
The Federal Maritime Commission's current inquiry into the Harbor Maintenance Tax is no trifling issue. It could lead to a trade war with Canada and higher costs for shippers.
A tale of two 3PL studies
The results of two longstanding research projects on third-party logistics hold some practical lessons for shippers and service providers. Here are a few highlights from the latest studies.
The BIG rollout
Implementing a new WMS across a network of DCs carries big risks and big rewards. Two shippers that are going through it tell how they're avoiding pitfalls and achieving success.
CBP Commissioner Alan Bersin resigns
Never confirmed, commissioner will leave office one day before his term was set to expire.
Freight, football, and the Farrelly Brothers
Yes, there is sometimes humor in international trade.
U.S. Customs may get more involved with export security
Official says agency is considering launching an export program modeled after C-TPAT.
Seven steps to speedier border crossings
Border crossings can be time-consuming and unpredictable. Here are some tips on how to minimize delays.
Customs moves ahead with trade facilitation initiatives
CBP proposals would make import transactions more efficient, expand role of customs brokers.
GSP renewal gives with one hand, takes away with the other
Legislation to renew the Generalized System of Preferences' duty reductions will also raise the Merchandise Processing Fee.
Reverse the (hazmat) curse
Reverse logistics operations are particularly prone to hazmat violations because employees aren't always aware they're handling hazardous goods. Here's how to minimize risk to your operation.
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