Trade Compliance for Critical Technologies and Dual-Use Goods

Dual-use products encompass a broad range of items that have both civilian and military applications. These products can include chemicals, electronics, software, and technologies that, while intended for peaceful purposes, may be used in military or weapons development contexts. Businesses must recognize and evaluate the dual-use nature of their products to ensure compliance with export control regulations.

For decades, China has represented the pinnacle of global trade. As companies around the world began offshoring manufacturing to China to cut costs, the country emerged as an international export leader.
However, recent trade patterns signal a changing tide in global supply chain dynamics. In 2023, Mexico became the US’s top trader, outpacing China for the first time in 20 years.
The shift reflects an emerging trend called nearshoring, where companies bring production hubs closer to their main markets. Doing so helps cut supply chain costs, reduce logistical hurdles, and swiftly respond to changing market conditions and consumer demand. During the first three quarters of 2023, foreign companies invested 47 percent more in nearshoring efforts in Mexico, mostly focused on the auto sector.

Read this solution brief to explore how e2open can help you significantly comply with new traceability rules and documentation requirements, as well as meet your own organization’s targets around this important environmental, social, and governance (ESG) topic.