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Montana’s Minimum Wage Receives a Boost

Every year since 2006, Montanans benefit from a minimum wage increase due to the law that sets the increase based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The minimum wage in Montana will be increasing by $0.30 on January 1, 2012. This increase puts Montana $0.40 above the federal minimum wage. Washington, Oregon, Colorado, and Arizona…

10 Things To Do in Bozeman, Montana During the Winter

What is your favorite thing to do in the winter? Put on your pajamas and read a book, hike the Ridge and cut fresh tracks down the mountain, or sip hot chocolate at the Christmas Stroll? Whatever your favorite winter pastime is, you will find Bozeman to be an active community during the winter. Here are…

Direct filing is a tool for importerrs developed by Customs automation experts to have direct access to solutions to improve supply chain efficiency.

The Golden 5 of Direct Filing

Direct filing (of Customs entries and Importer Security Filing) was a concept introduced to the industry by proactive importers and a powerful tool developed by Customs automation experts. Prior to today’s disruptive innovation, an importer’s only feasible option for Customs clearance was to outsource the transaction to a Customs Broker. Importers’ now have direct…

Who Can See My What? Manifest Data Security

Do you import into the U.S.? If so, Google your company name and the word “imports”. Wow! There it is, your bill of lading information on display and ready to be purchased by your competition or even worse, thieves. Keep Your Manifest Data Secure Data-collecting companies such as PIERS, Zepol and Import Genius can…

Bobcat Motorsports Raffle

The MSU Bobcats could use your support! Join the Bobcat Motorsports Raffle! Mike Henrich, a TRG Sales Support asks the community to help raise money for Bobcat Motorsports by purchasing a raffle ticket for the items listed below. Bobcat Motorsports is a Montana State University (MSU) sanctioned club for engineering students who build Formula SAE race cars. With your support,…

International Trade Acronyms

There are many acronyms to know in the international trade world. Some of the most important acronyms to know in the international trade world are in the following list. For a complete list of International Trade Acronyms please contact TRG. AAEI – American Association of Exporters and Importers AAFA – American Apparel and Footwear…