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Why Knowing When Your Shipments Arrive Matters More Than Ever‍

Why Knowing When Your Shipments Arrive Matters More Than Ever

If you're moving goods internationally, there’s never been a more critical time to keep a close eye on your shipments. The global trade landscape is shifting fast, and new tariffs are on the horizon that could significantly impact your costs.

Tariffs and the March 7th Deadline

The Trump administration is imposing a 10% tariff on Chinese imports. Any product that is entered into the U.S. before March 7th will avoid the additional tariff. If your shipment misses this deadline, even by a few hours, you could be on the hook for significantly higher costs.

This makes visibility into your supply chain more important than ever. If you don’t know where your shipments are and when they’ll arrive, you could end up absorbing tariff costs that you are unable to plan for.

Expect More Tariffs And Uncertainty

This first round is just the beginning. Additional tariffs are expected in the coming months, and companies that lack real-time shipment tracking are at serious risk of:

  • Higher landed costs due to unforeseen tariff increases
  • Supply chain disruptions as trade policies shift overnight
  • Cash flow issues from unplanned expenses and delays

You need to know where your shipments are at all times to stay ahead of changing policies.

Real-Time ETAs in the Known Portal

At Known, we make sure our customers don’t get caught off guard. The Known Portal provides real-time ETAs so you can track all your shipments down to the container level. You’ll always know:

  • Where your goods are in transit
  • When they’re scheduled to hit the port
  • Whether you need to adjust your operations to account for the changing tariff landscape

With global trade policies in flux, guessing isn’t an option anymore. Having accurate, up-to-the-minute shipment data could mean the difference between staying profitable or taking a serious financial hit.

Don’t leave your supply chain to chance. Get real-time visibility with Known and ensure your shipments arrive on time—before the next tariff hike hits.

Want to get started? Reach out to us today.

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