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CBP Processing IEEPA Refunds – Starting April 20

According to CBP officials, the primary development of all components and functionalities for the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) in ACE has been completed and final testing to process IEEPA tariff refunds is being conducted. CBP has advised that Phase One processing of CAPE declarations will commence on April 20, 2026.  Please note … Continued

Warehouse vs Fulfillment Center: What’s the Real Difference?

People use "warehouse" and "fulfillment center" like they mean the same thing. It's an easy mistake, but the two serve pretty different purposes, and picking the wrong one can create real problems for your supply chain. The question comes up constantly in logistics, and the answer matters more than most businesses realize until they're already … Continued

How to Balance Warehouse and Fulfillment Center Operations

Running a warehouse and fulfillment center under the same roof sounds efficient on paper. In practice, the two pull in different directions constantly. Storage needs space and stability. Fulfillment needs speed and flow. Getting both right takes more than good intentions.   Warehouse vs. Fulfillment Center: Not Quite the Same Thing People use the terms … Continued

Distribution Center vs Warehouse: What’s the Difference?

The terms "distribution center" and "warehouse" get used all the time interchangeably, and that's a problem. They're not the same thing, and treating them as if they are can create real friction in your supply chain. A distribution center vs warehouse decision comes down to what you actually need: long-term storage or fast product movement. … Continued

What Are Fulfillment Services and How Do They Work?

If you're selling products online or managing any kind of physical inventory, you've probably come across the term fulfillment services. It gets used a lot, but it doesn't always get explained well. At its core, fulfillment is the process of receiving stock, storing it, and getting orders packed and shipped to the right place at … Continued

Correction: Material Composition Threshold Based on Weight

We’d like to clarify one detail from our recent Section 232 update regarding the material composition threshold. While we previously referenced the threshold as being based on value, current guidance clarifies that it is based on weight, not value. Correct threshold: Products containing ≤15% (by weight) of steel, aluminum, or copper are not subject to Section 232 tariffs. … Continued

Section 232 Tariffs: Steel, Aluminum and Copper

The Administration has announced a significant overhaul to the Section 232 tariff regime covering steel, aluminum, and now copper. This is not a minor adjustment, but rather a structural reset of how Section 232 tariffs are applied.  Key Takeaways Tariffs now apply to full product value, not just the metal content  A new “winners vs. … Continued

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CBP Advances IEEPA Refund Process and New Section 301 Investigations

  Several notable developments in U.S. trade policy occurred this week that may impact importers, including progress by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) toward implementing refunds of duties collected under the now-invalidated IEEPA tariffs and the launch of two new Section 301 investigations by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR). Together, these … Continued

What Fulfillment Centers Actually Do (and Why It Matters)

A fulfillment center is where your product goes after a customer clicks "buy." That's the simplest way to put it. But the work happening inside those walls is what separates a smooth customer experience from a complaint in your inbox. If you're a business shipping physical products, understanding how fulfillment centers operate, and what they … Continued

How to Speed Up Your Warehouse Fulfillment Process

Slow fulfillment doesn't just frustrate customers. It costs you repeat business, drives up operational expenses, and puts your reputation on the line with every late shipment. If orders are sitting longer than they should, the problem is almost always hiding in your process, not your workforce. Here's where to look and what to do about … Continued