Seminar Information: Too often importers expect their brokers to do all of the work when it comes to the importing process. Unfortunately the broker is NOT a tax advisor. Any errors they make could result in penalties for you, the importer. Learn the key compliance elements of importing, classification, valuation, country of origin duty payment and record keeping. Learn also how to decipher those cryptic forms your broker supplies to you. Regi...

Seminar Information: So now that you have learned the Incoterms basics, you want to take this class to learn which term is the best fit for your company and how to maximize your profit! A level II class on the application of Incoterms® Rules in purchases and sales. Course will review the strategy and tactics of negotiating the minimization of landed cost and the maximization of profit from both perspectives purchasing and sales. IMPORTANT:...

Finding and winning federal contracts and subcontracts requires good decision-making. Good decision-making demands targeted data and information, market insights, relationships and a level of context to understand how each of these pieces fits together. Why? To achieve accurate and timely development of answers to questions ranging from, “Who buys?” and “How do they buy?” to “Which teammates?” and “Bid...

Simplified Acquisitions are a secret weapon for federal agencies. It allows their buyers to make purchases with a reduced administrative lead time and level of effort so they can get essential goods and services to agency customers faster than other procurement methods. The rules for this type of purchase conveys a preference for agencies to engage with small business concerns as well as a reduced level of effort for vendors when responding to...

NASTD represents information technology professionals from the 50 states, divided into four regions, and the private sector. State members provide and manage state government IT services and facilities for state agencies and other public entities. These members also play a strategic role in planning and shaping state government technology infrastructures and policies. Corporate members provide IT services and equipment to state government. Est...

THIS IS NOT A TACTICAL TRAINING COURSE Given today's ever-changing threat environment, preparing for and training employees to cope with active threats and workplace violence should be a key piece of an organization's emergency action plan. A Unique Training Opportunity The Minneapolis Downtown Security Executive (DSEG) Group and the National Protection and Programs Directorate Office of Infrastructure Protection are hosting a one-day Security...

Technology, Talent and Trends You Need to Know How can you set yourself apart from the competition? How can technology and industry trends give you a distinct advantage in the marketplace? How can Deltek help you position your firm for growth this year? Deltek is coming to a city near you with a complimentary half-day event designed to give you the tools and resources you need to help you succeed this year. Grab your co-workers, share the upco...

Overview: Writing SOPs or procedural documents can be challenging at times. However, writing SOPs is overall a straightforward process. However, enforcing what you already created and implemented in the pipeline is another story. The term SOP is very obvious. We have seen "clearly written description of how specific tasks are to be done." Another satisfactory definition would be "detailed written instructions that achieve the uniformity of the...

With top leaders in emergency management, public safety, and homeland security from the Minneapolis – St. Paul region and the State of Minnesota, this regional summit is the key to collaboration in your jurisdiction. Join us to renew relationships, explore new collaborative opportunities, and share best practices from private and public sector leaders across the state.Better collaboration saves lives, infrastructure, and leaves us better...

THIS IS NOT A TACTICAL TRAINING COURSE Does your organization have a plan for an active shooter event or hostage taking? Given today’s ever-changing threat environment, preparing for and training employees to cope with workplace violence should be a key piece of an organization’s incident response planning. A Unique Training Opportunity The National Protection and Programs Directorate Office of Infrastructure Protection within the...