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Fictiv Unveils Tariff Management and Landed Cost Services to Reduce Import Disruptions and Delays 

New DDP and Configuration Options Provide Cost Transparency and Control for Customers Worldwide San Francisco, CA — August 7, 2025 — Fictiv, the trusted global manufacturing and supply chain company, today announced new total landed cost pricing on its platform via Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) and Importer of Record (IoR) configuration options.  With so many […]

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2025 U.S. Tariff Updates: Key Trade Policy Changes

An ongoing log of major tariff changes and trade policy developments.

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Guide to International Shipping Requirements

Everything you need to know to import parts from overseas with Fictiv. We’re proud to offer customers access to a variety of manufacturing location options, with facilities located in the USA, China, India, and Mexico. Our global network ensures you can find the right capabilities, pricing, and lead times to meet your project requirements. Due […]

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Quick Guide: Customs on the Fictiv Platform

A step-by-step guide to navigating 2025 tariffs and import duties on international orders.  Due to new U.S. global trade tariffs introduced in 2025, it’s important to understand any additional duties and taxes you may be responsible for when ordering parts manufactured overseas. To help streamline this process and avoid delays or unexpected fees, we’ve updated […]

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Prototypes & Tariffs: Understanding Landed Cost

While the flurry of import tariff changes following the post-Liberation Day volatility has calmed somewhat, fast-moving engineering teams still have questions. In fact, many customers have chosen to avoid non-U.S. manufacturing due to concerns about tariffs.  While tariffs have increased costs, the concern for prototypes is likely unwarranted, as the general cost guidelines have remained […]

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Tariff-Proof Your Supply Chain: Strategic Manufacturing Solutions from Fictiv and ST&R

Watch Fictiv’s “Tariff-Proofing Your Supply Chain” webinar on demand. The webinar features international trade firm ST&R on topics ranging from types of tariffs, variable tariff rates between India, Mexico, and China, and strategies companies can use to optimize tariffs.

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Nearshoring Injection Molding: Trends, Challenges, and Innovative Solutions

Overview Recent trade policy and geopolitical uncertainty are once again drawing nearshoring considerations to the forefront for makers of injection-molded products. In this educational webinar, you’ll learn about the latest trends driving this re-evaluation of manufacturing regions, key considerations for bringing injection molding production closer to home, and the common challenges that engineers and procurement […]

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Fictiv Launches Nearshoring Solution for Production Injection Molding

OEMs can source economical steel tools manufactured overseas and ship them to Mexico for reliable, nearshore production—seamlessly through Fictiv’s global manufacturing network. Fictiv, a global manufacturing company, provides a hybrid injection molding solution for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) who need the best possible tooling craftsmanship for reliable nearshore production. Through Fictiv’s global manufacturing network, OEMs […]

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37 Supply Chain Statistics, Trends, and Predictions for 2024

The global supply chain has experienced severe disruptions in recent years, due to shutdowns and restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, political changes, the wars in Ukraine and Israel, and an evolving business landscape. Slowdowns, rising prices, and logistical challenges have caused everyday supply chain processes and supplier relationships to change. But while leaders talk […]

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10 Trends Shaping the Future of Supply Chain Management

The global supply chain is rapidly evolving, trying to keep up with the dizzying technological advancements of the modern era. Read on to learn about the latest supply chain innovations in 2023 and beyond. 1. Artificial Intelligence and Automation Artificial intelligence (AI) is more popular than ever. Our 2023 State of Manufacturing Report shows that […]