DHL Introduces Trade Automation Service -TAS- to Simplify International Shipping.PLANTATION Plantation, city (1990 pop. 66,692), Broward co., SE Fla., a residential suburb of Fort Lauderdale; inc. 1953. The city has grown rapidly along with the development of S Florida. , Fla. -- World's Leading Express and Logistics Company Offers One of the Most Comprehensive International Trade and Customs Databases in the Industry Global express delivery leader DHL DHL abbr. 1. Doctor of Hebrew Letters 2. Doctor of Hebrew Literature today announced the launch of a new online international shipping resource designed to take the guess work out of estimating duties, taxes and other customs-related charges. The new Trade Automation Service (TAS TAS abbr. 1. telephone answering system 2. true airspeed ) is one of the most comprehensive databases available, providing trade and customs data covering more than 64 countries that are responsible for 95% of the world's trade. Through TAS, DHL offers customers a convenient way to take advantage of the Company's expertise as the global leader in package delivery. In fact, by this September, TAS will cover more than 72 countries that are responsible for 99% of the world's trade. "TAS simplifies international shipping in a time when cross-border trade is increasing and companies often must have this information at their fingertips "Fingertips" is a 1963 number-one hit single recorded live by "Little" Stevie Wonder for Motown's Tamla label. Wonder's first hit single, "Fingertips" was the first live, non-studio recording to reach number-one on the Billboard Pop Singles chart in the United States. to ensure timely deliveries," said Steve Bandrowczak, chief information officer for DHL Americas. "By using TAS, customers are able to save valuable time and avoid unnecessary delays in customs due to incorrect documentation. TAS arms them with the correct information to be precise with trade tariffs and regulations before a shipment is sent." TAS users can take full control of the information flows and processes that accompany international shipment transactions. Following are the unique tools available: --Landed-Cost Calculator calculator or calculating machine, device for performing numerical computations; it may be mechanical, electromechanical, or electronic. The electronic computer is also a calculator but performs other functions as well. : Estimates duties, taxes and other customs-related charges for shipments in order to access export and import costs upfront. --Product Compliance: Verifies that the shipment complies with country export and import regulations such as quotas or licensing rules to avoid costly delays or penalties. --Comparative Landing Costs and Product Compliance: Allows comparison of charges and rules between two or more countries in order to make the best sourcing or distribution decisions. --Trade Documents: Contains general documents required for international trade, logistics and customs transactions for smooth customs clearance. --Interactive Classification: Searches for Harmonized System The Harmonized Commodity Description and Coding System (HS) of tariff nomenclature is an internationally standardized system of names and numbers for classifying traded products developed and maintained by the World Customs Organization (WCO) (formerly the Customs Co-operation (HS) or Export Control Classification Number (ECCN ECCN Export Control Classification Number ECCN Export Control Commodity Number ECCN Export Commodity Control Number ) commodity codes, enabling quick and accurate classification of a wide range of products. --Restricted Party Screening: Checks shipper SHIPPER. One who ships or puts goods on board of a vessel, to be carried to another place during her voyage. In general, the shipper is bound to pay for the hire of the vessel, or the freight of the goods. 1 Bouv. Inst. n. 1030. and receiver details against government lists, embargos and sanctions Sanctions is the plural of sanction. Depending on context, a sanction can be either a punishment or a permission. The word is a contronym. Sanctions involving countries: "At DHL, we build our offerings around what our customers need, not what our systems dictate," said Bandrowczak. "TAS offers comprehensive international shipping information, and we are continuing to expand this offering to make certain we meet the growing needs of our customers." Customers can access TAS online by visiting the DHL USA homepage at http://www.DHL-USA.com and clicking on the "International Services" link to begin navigating the system through simple point and click functionality. The service is available with three subscription options. Additionally, TAS will be offered as a customized system to businesses with unique shipping needs or those that ship high volumes of international packages. About DHL DHL is the global market leader of the international express and logistics industry, specializing in providing innovative and customized solutions from a single source. DHL offers expertise in express, air and ocean freight, overland o·ver·land adj. Accomplished, traversing, or passing over the land instead of the ocean: an overland journey; an overland route. adv. transport and logistics solutions, combined with worldwide coverage and an in-depth understanding of local markets. DHL's international network links more than 220 countries and territories worldwide. Over 160,000 employees are dedicated to providing fast and reliable services that exceed customers' expectations. DHL is 100% owned by Deutsche Post Deutsche Post AG (ISIN: DE0005552004, LSE: DPO) is a German post, logistics and courier headquartered in Bonn, previously the German state-owned mail monopoly. It has 520,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories worldwide and generated revenue of € 60. World Net. For more information about DHL, please visit our Web site at http://www.dhl-usa.com. |
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