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IMMEX Program and Free Trade Agreements
Manufacturing in Mexico as a maquiladora under the IMMEX program (formally known as the Maquiladora Program) can offer tremendous benefits for virtually any foreign manufacturer, especially those selling into the North American market. Established in 1965 by the Mexican government as a way to reduce unemployment along the borders, the maquiladora program offers foreign companies easy access to inexpensive l..
Impact Damages – Fact or Fiction
In this webinar, industry veteran Jim Zack will discuss impact damages and what they may include. You will gain a better understanding of impact damages and the issues surrounding this form of damages. This webinar will also explore 10 types of impact damage claims. For each of the 10 types of impact damage claims, Jim will identify and discuss one or more potential defenses owners may employ to analyze and..
Implementing the New Lease Accounting Standards
In this webinar, you will learn practical tips for complying with the new guidelines for this complex area of accounting and reporting. Upon course completion, you will be able to analyze typical transactions to recognize their lease characteristics and account for and report them in compliance with the new rules.Since FAS #13 was released in November of 1976, lease accounting has been very stable in the US..
Import Regulations and Documentation: The Necessary Basics
The U.S. government monitors regulate and collect import duties on merchandise entering the United States. The agency with the primary responsibility for the effort is U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), which is part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Not to understand the basics of importing guarantees serious trouble for the importer.Goods may be imported to the United States subject to i..
Importing and Exporting by U.S. Mail and Express Consignment
The Webinar will cover such topics as definitions of various articles related to U.S. Mail and express consignments; mail subject to Customs examination; exceptions to Customs examinations; general documentation and requirements; importations not over $800 in value; bona - fide gifts; dutiable packages; formal entries; costs of importing by mail; special classes of merchandise; restricted and prohibited mer..
Importing and Exporting COVID-19 Products: What You Must Know
The outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), first in the People’s Republic of China (PRC or China), and now globally, including in the United States, is drawing attention to the ways in which the United States and other economies depend on critical manufacturing and global value chains that rely on production based in in the PRC and other countries. Congress is particularly concerned about these depende..
Independent Contractor vs Employee: How to Tell the Difference and Why It's Important
At the conclusion of the webinar, participants will be able to explain the difference between a contractor and an employee, and why it is important to know the difference. We will discuss what happens if the IRS re-classifies a contractor as an employee, and the possible relief available (called “Section 530” relief). We will also discuss the new Form 1099-NEC for reporting contract-labor pay. We will cover..
Information Cyber Security Planning for Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Framework - Organization and Responsibilities
Information Cyber Security Planning for Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) is essential in this world of new technologies, cyber events, natural and manmade disasters. GRC refers to a company's coordinated strategy for managing the broad issues of corporate governance, enterprise risk management (ERM) and corporate compliance with regard to regulatory requirementsEnterprise IT Governance, Risk, Complianc..
International Asset Recovery
Any fraud or debt collection over a few million dollars will have international components. The fraudster/debtors use the ease of moving to different countries to create distance resistance. The money they have taken is much more resistant to your efforts to collect the money. There is a number of tactics employed by the fraudsters to frustrate and impede any collection. What is needed is a well-honed and c..
International Visa's and 2017 Updates and How they Affect Employers
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Service has made several updates in regards to International work visa’s and how employers handle them. The form I-9 and E-verify to Employment eligibility. This webinar will give the participant all the recent updates that went into effect as of January of 2017 and how to implement those changes. The difference between employment concerns and payroll taxation w..
Interviewing Skills for Managers and Supervisors
The everything-you-need-to-know-before-you-say “you’re hired” seminar!Nothing’s scarier than the thought of making the wrong hiring decision. After all, it means throwing away a substantial investment of time and money on recruitment, training and benefits.This fundamental seminar is your ticket to make the right hiring decisions and contribute more to the company bottom line.Areas CoveredMaking the selecti..
Introduction to Construction Cost Estimating
This is an introductory webinar on construction cost estimating. The knowledge and skills of the cost estimator can make the difference between winning and losing, or between success and failure. This webinar takes a panoramic view of construction cost estimating from inception to final completion; explaining main concepts and giving valuable tips for cost estimators as well as the entire construction proje..
Introduction to Sales and Use Tax Compliance
Sales tax? Use tax? What’s the difference? Must I charge tax on my internet sales? Will I owe taxes in more than one state for the same sale? Why is my drop shipper charging me tax? Why did I receive a NEXUS Questionnaire and what if I don’t respond to it? I just received a notice that I have to conduct a self-audit and report my findings to the state – is this for real? I need help!Areas CoveredLearn the d..
Introduction to Sales and Use Taxation
Sales tax? Use tax? What’s the difference? Must I charge tax on my internet sales? Will I owe taxes in more than one state for the same sale? Why is my drop shipper charging me tax? Why did I receive a NEXUS Questionnaire and what if I don’t respond to it? I just received a notice that I have to conduct a self-audit and report my findings to the state – is this for real? I need help!Over 40% of state budget..
ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems
ISO 14001 is an internationally agreed standard that sets the requirements for environmental management systems. It helps organizations improve their environmental performance through more efficient use of resources and reduction of waste, gaining a competitive advantage and the trust of stakeholders. ISO 14001 is suitable for any organization -- all types and sizes, be they private, not-for-profit or gover..