by Sarah Massie | Oct 27, 2025 | Restricted Parties, Compliance, EAR
September 30, 2025 marked a major shift in export compliance:The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published an Interim Final Rule expanding end-user controls to cover affiliates of listed entities — a move that mirrors the often-overlooked OFAC 50 Percent Rule....
by Sarah Massie | Oct 1, 2025 | Compliance, EAR
What is the EAR? The Export Administration Regulations (EAR) are U.S. government regulations that control the export, reexport, and transfer of commercial and dual-use items, software, and technology. The EAR is administered by the U.S. Department of Commerce through...
by Sarah Massie | Sep 11, 2025 | ITAR, Classification, Compliance
Big changes to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Munitions List (USML) are about to take effect – and not just for those already under ITAR. The U.S. Department of State kicked off 2025 with an interim final rule for its ITAR...
by Sarah Massie | Dec 12, 2024 | Compliance, Distribution, Supply Chain
At S Massie Consulting LLC, led by the visionary Sarah Massie, we understand how crucial it is for companies to navigate these complexities effectively. Sarah Massie, recently recognized by Global Trade Magazine as one of the 20 Women Who Are Innovating Logistics and...
by Sarah Massie | May 20, 2024 | EAR, Compliance, ITAR, Violations
In today’s dynamic global marketplace, businesses worldwide are capitalizing on cross-border trade to drive economic growth. However, certain entities exploit commercial and financial channels, posing threats to national security and global stability. The United...
by Sarah Massie | May 1, 2024 | Compliance
The Critical Need for Reinforced Export Compliance As detailed in the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)’s latest insights, the complexity of global trade regulations necessitates robust compliance frameworks. Exporters are urged to rigorously assess their...
