Series: Trade & Technology
Episode: Trade & Tech – Episode 1: Setting the Foundation
Hosts:


Renee Chiuchiarelli


Julie Parks


Podcast: Simply Trade
Produced by: Global Training Center

Episode Summary
In this episode of Simply Trade Tips with Hammer & Heels, Renee Chiuchiarelli and Julie Parks kick off a brand-new series focused on Trade & Technology. As technology continues to reshape how trade compliance is managed, this episode provides a high-level overview of where tech fits into the trade function — and why trade professionals can no longer afford to ignore it.
The conversation explores how technology (including AI, automation, and analytics) supports better decision-making, reduces compliance risk, and shifts trade professionals toward more strategic, value-added work. Renee and Julie also address a common concern head-on: Is technology replacing trade jobs — or making them better?
This episode sets the stage for deeper dives in upcoming episodes, introducing key areas where technology is already transforming trade operations.

Key Topics Covered


Why trade and technology are now inseparable


AI vs. traditional technology: understanding the difference


How technology helps prevent compliance errors


Government use of data and why companies must stay ahead


The shift from transaction-level work to exception management


Specialization vs. variety in modern trade careers


How technology supports strategic trade decision-making



Areas Where Technology Impacts Trade (Preview of Upcoming Episodes)


Products: Managing “sticky data” like classification, origin, and attributes


Entities: Screening, supply chain tracing, and partner data


Importing & Exporting: Transaction execution and integration


Mitigators: Free Trade Agreements, Chapter 98/99, duty reduction programs


Auditing: Post-entry review, ERP reconciliation, and compliance checks


Learning & Development: LMS tools, skills tracking, and continuing education



FIO (Figure It Out) – Call to Action
Think about one trade problem you would like technology to help solve.
It could relate to:


Products


Entities


Importing or exporting processes


Duty mitigation programs


Auditing and compliance reviews


Training and skills development


As this series continues, use that problem as your reference point and evaluate how technology might support a smarter, more efficient solution.
👉 Join the conversation in the Trade Geeks Community and share what problem you’re trying to solve:
https://globaltrainingcenter.com/portal/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast

Resources & Links


Simply Trade Podcast (all episodes):


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplytradepod?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast


Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/09m199JO6fuNumbcrHTkGq?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast


Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/simply-trade/id1640329690?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast




Global Training Center:
https://www.globaltrainingcenter.com/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast


Trade Geeks Community:
https://globaltrainingcenter.com/portal/?utm_source=SimplyTradePodcast



Credits
Hosts:


Renee Chiuchiarelli


Julie Parks


Producer:


Lalo Solorzano


🎙️ Simply Trade is a podcast by Global Training Center, bringing practical insights to trade and customs professionals worldwide.

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