Human-induced climate change and environmental degradation is no longer a nebulous future threat. It’s here, and it threatens global economic development, global health, and global security. Last year, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization declared climate change a “defining challenge of our time,” posing dangers to the security of allied nations and elsewhere.₁ Given its influence over global supply chain practices, which account for a significant portion of global emissions, CBP hopes to help move the needle toward more sustainable trade through the Green Trade Strategy, which the agency launched in 2022.

A veritable grab bag of international trade developments to parse this week. Recent developments include increasing FCPA enforcement, a record OFAC economic sanctions penalty, and a large customs penalty for willful failure to correct known customs errors. Because nothing gets companies to pay more attention to compliance than the prospect of big fines and enforcement actions.

For the 11^th straight year, AIAG and Wayne State University’s Mike Ilitch School of Business are collaborating on a non-degree certificate program that delivers an in-depth understanding of global supply chain issues. Supply chain management topics include strategy, finance, AI and EV infrastructure, forecasting, negotiations, procurement strategy, supplier development, corporate responsibility, cybersecurity, risk management, quality, Six Sigma, trade management and more. Participants also have the opportunity to explore new manufacturing and logistics technologies.

Don't miss out on this year's ACE Reporting Demonstrations...now offered virtually to make it easier than ever to attend! 

AIAG has several training dates available from now through the end of the year for individuals looking to update and advance their knowledge of Materials Management Operations Guideline/Logistics Evaluation (MMOG/LE) or the U.S.–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA).

Developed to support entry-level and prospective automotive supply chain professionals — along with students looking to increase their foundational knowledge — our newest eLearning addresses key “essentials” of supply chain management.

Aug 17 (Reuters) - Electric-vehicle batteries and other car parts are the latest products under scrutiny as part of Washington's effort to stamp out U.S. links to forced labor in Chinese supply chains, according to a document seen by Reuters, agency statistics and sources.

Our November 15 Supply Chain and Customs Summit is fast approaching...have you secured your spot yet?

From MMOG/LE implementation training, to our annual CBP-led ACE Reporting Demonstrations for Export and Import, we've got your training needs covered through the summer months and beyond. Check out linked titles below to learn more, and be sure to register today to secure your spot!