As international trade continues to evolve, the complexities of supply chain management have become more challenging than ever. With shifting geopolitical dynamics, regulatory changes, and technological advancements, global trade specialists are tasked with staying informed and agile to manage the intricate web of international commerce. The 2024 Global Trade Report sheds light on these multifaceted […] … Read More

The complexities of understanding and managing indirect taxes, when doing business within the UK, can be daunting. In addition to a plethora of ever-evolving domestic regulations and requirements complicated by Brexit, businesses in the UK must also consider challenges in complex areas such as customs and exports. Compliance becomes more challenging every year, with tax […] … Read More

Maximising supply chain efficiency and minimising costs while managing compliance is a perpetual balancing act for companies as they navigate global trade. Compliance is often seen as a cost center as companies seek to mitigate risk. However, if approached strategically, engaging with the opportunities afforded by the modern regulatory landscape can help companies save money. […] … Read More

The geopolitical terrain is undergoing unforeseen changes, and certain prominent trends that had solidified in past decades are now experiencing a reversal. The regulatory and policy environment is both ramping up and diverging in critical areas. Multinational corporations and small businesses are facing significantly different challenges. And in a high-profile election year in many countries, […] … Read More

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not a new concept, but since the emergence of ChatGPT last year, the advantages versus the risks it could present as it becomes smarter and more prevalent have been widely debated everywhere. When it comes to global trade, there are powerful arguments as to why AI should be embraced, and understandable […] … Read More

With only a year to go until Britain leaves the EU in March 2019, the next few months are increasingly focused on the transition into a post-Brexit landscape. At Thomson Reuters we have been running a quarterly CFO survey to understand the impacts of Brexit on various industries across the UK.  The results indicate that […] … Read More