Government Technology’s passion is helping spread best practices and spurring innovation in the public sector. The New York City Technology Forum is designed to do just that. The forum has an advisory board that gathers public sector and private sector leaders to create an agenda designed to make that passion relevant and actionable to the state and local government organizations attending the forum. Participants tell us they use the ins...

Seminar Information Are you claiming NAFTA? Learn whether your product should be shipped under the NAFTA Rules. Learn the rules to qualify and classify your goods under the NAFTA Agreement and review in detail the NAFTA Certificate of Origin Document. This seminar prepares a company for shipping into Mexico and Canada under the NAFTA rules, correctly complete and maintain the proper documentation to take advantage of the reduced tariffs under...

Seminar Information: This class is for importers and exporters. The classification and valuation of goods must be done correctly for a successful international trade transaction. If you classify or value your products incorrectly, your shipment may not reach its destination, and/or you may be subjected to severe penalties. You will also learn how to determine whether goods are subject to quotas, restraints, embargoes or other restrictions. Thi...

On October 17-18, the Summit is coming to Minneapolis-St. Paul — cities with a rich history of innovation in sustainable urban regeneration. This is demonstrated in the region's robust transit system, waterways, park system, neighborhood solar installations, revitalized former industrial districts and brownfield redevelopments. At the same time, Minneapolis and St. Paul are home to some of the greatest racial disparities in the country....

Seminar Information: Imagine not getting paid for your international sale! Unfortunately, it does happen. Learn to fully comply with Letters of Credit requirements to ensure that you receive payment for your shipments. Get involved in the set-up process, learn the basic terminology and significance of various documents, and learn how to prevent and handle discrepancies. Everyone involved in the international sale should learn about the Letters...

Seminar Information: Does your staff understand the "terms of sale" of your international transactions? It is critical to comprehend the seller and buyer's rights and obligations with respect to the shipping or transportation of goods. Take this class to understand who is responsible for insurance and when transfer of risk moves from the Seller to the Buyer. Learn the different meaning between domestic and international terms. One of our most...

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...

Learn about three of the state’s tax savings programs all at one seminar. Get up to speed on the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration’s (CDTFA’s) Manufacturing and Research & Development Equipment Exemption, GO-Biz’s California Competes Tax Credit program, and CAEATFA’s Sales and Use Tax Exclusion Program. In observance of Manufacturing Day, this first-ever combined seminar is being offered at t...

Learn about three of the state’s tax savings programs all at one seminar. Get up to speed on the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration’s (CDTFA’s) Manufacturing and Research & Development Equipment Exemption, GO-Biz’s California Competes Tax Credit program, and CAEATFA’s Sales and Use Tax Exclusion Program. In observance of Manufacturing Day, this first-ever combined seminar is being offered at t...

Learn about three of the state’s tax savings programs all at one seminar. Get up to speed on the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration’s (CDTFA’s) Manufacturing and Research & Development Equipment Exemption, GO-Biz’s California Competes Tax Credit program, and CAEATFA’s Sales and Use Tax Exclusion Program. In observance of Manufacturing Day, this first-ever combined seminar is being offered at t...