Supply Chain Tracing: Improving Visibility, Compliance & Risk Management

Description

This session introduces the fundamentals of supply chain tracing and why it has become essential for logistics, compliance, and import/export teams. Participants will explore how to map product flows, identify high-risk suppliers and materials, and document traceability to meet regulatory requirements such as forced-labor laws, CTPAT, ESG reporting, and customer audits. Using real-world examples, the class highlights practical tools for gathering data from suppliers, validating chain-of-custody, and responding to inquiries quickly and confidently. Attendees will leave with clear strategies to increase visibility, reduce operational and regulatory risk, and build a more resilient supply chain.

Instructor:

James Ferry | Founder, Ferry Trade Group LLC

James Ferry is a member of the Board of Directors for the World Trade Center Denver and the Founder of Ferry Trade Group. A leading specialist in global trade strategy and supply chain transparency, James has dedicated his career to helping international trade professionals navigate the complexities of modern customs enforcement.

With a deep background in high-stakes advocacy, James has successfully resolved over 250 CF6051 Information Requests, maintaining an industry-leading 98% success rate in securing shipment releases from U.S. Customs. He is a premier expert in UFLPA compliance, focused on sharing the rigorous traceability frameworks and knowledge necessary for professionals to satisfy federal enforcement while maintaining fluid supply chains.

Beyond enforcement defense, James serves as a strategic mentor and partner to the global trade community, managing multi-million dollar HTS optimization audits and duty-saving initiatives. By bridging the gap between technical commodity data and complex federal regulations, he ensures that trade operations are both compliant and commercially optimized. As a frequent instructor and Board member at the World Trade Center Denver, James is committed to equipping his peers with the proven blueprints for supply chain traceability and tariff efficiency.