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Welcome to Trade Facilitation Consulting Ltd. We provide consulting services in the wider area of international trade, customs, logistics and supply chain management. The company was founded by Dr Andrew Grainger and, in addition to his expertise, is able to draw on a wide circle of associates to deliver bespoke advice, research, training and solutions. |
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Our particular strengths include: trade facilitation and trade logistics; trade and customs procedures; and the interface between business and government in international trade. |
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The international trade environment is complex. Trade facilitation is sometimes described as being at once a political, economic, business, administrative, technical and technological issue. Subsequent research activities can be applied in nature or driven by more academic and theoretical considerations. |
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Trade facilitation and compliance with trade procedures need not necessarily be expensive. Often it comes down to training and raising awareness. Our Director, Dr Andrew Grainger, has experience in delivering a number of training modules targeted at senior government officials, graduate and post-graduate students, and business executives. If there is suitable demand we can also provide tailored in-house courses and workshops. |
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The last few decades have witnessed a radical overhaul of trade and customs systems. This process is ongoing with continued technological innovations. A number of regions and countries now subscribe to the single window concept, providing greater scope for automation and speed in trade procedures. Many customs administrations are also relying on new scanning technology and some businesses are beginning to make use of RFID tags and electronic seals. |
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