As the global trade space begins to rev up for 2014, many industry leaders are looking ahead to the trends, challenges and strategies they see playing the biggest role in the year to come. In our Executive Outlook series, we asked some of Amber Road's top thought leaders about their perspective of the supply chain, compliance, and beyond, and we will post their answers every week. Our first interview is with Anthony Hardenburgh, Vice President of Global Trade Content at Amber Road.

The US and Canada exchange a lot more than just a neighborly cup of sugar. The US Department of Commerce has released a new infographic detailing the key elements of one of the world’s biggest trading relationships.

Looking to enter a new export market? Now has never been a better time to look south! The U.S. Commerce Department announced a new “Look South” initiative last Thursday to encourage an increase in American exports to Latin America. The initiative will help businesses explore Latin American markets, learn about emerging opportunities, and tap into federal programs that can help companies finalize deals.

Join KPMG, Amber Road and Tyler Search in New York City this Thursday, January 16, for a Trade & Customs Update and Networking Reception! Trade experts will discuss hot topics in international trade, including Mutual Recognition, the C-TPAT Portal, the First Sale rule, and other relevant issues.

Terex Corporation, a diversified manufacturer of lifting and material handling equipment for the construction, transportation, energy and manufacturing industries, has chosen to centralize and automate management of its worldwide trade processes with Amber Road's Global Trade Management solution.

Company executives may often perceive the compliance team as a cost center, but as you know the opposite is actually true – compliance can yield a significant return on investment (ROI) and a competitive advantage.