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Case study: Leading global bioscience company.

How a leading global bioscience company worked with Blair to reduce time spent completing trade documents by up to 80 percent.

Executive summary

Blair Consular Services partnered with a leading global bioscience company to reduce the time and labor spent on handling trade documents. By streamlining the end-to-end process, reusing data, and managing printing and logistics off-site, Blair significantly reduced the time spent on certificates, freeing up valuable labor hours and improving delivery times.

Client’s challenge

The client’s customer services & shipping department was spending excessive time on keying in and printing trade documents, which took up significant resources and impacted overall efficiency.

The client initially managed the trade document process internally, but the inefficiencies and high time commitment prompted them to seek external expertise. The client needed a solution that could streamline the document handling process and free up internal resources.

Working with Blair

The client identified Blair Consular Services’ capability to manage document logistics and legalization efficiently. Blair’s comprehensive approach to streamlining document processes and ability to handle off-site printing and logistics were key factors in the client’s decision to partner with them.

Implementation of Blair’s solution

Blair conducted an in-depth review of the client’s end-to-end process to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies. Blair streamlined the document handling process by eliminating unnecessary logistics and reusing data to create multiple documents from the same dataset. A key part of the solution was moving printing services off-site and bundling the logistics of all trade documents, ensuring a more efficient and centralized process.

Outcomes and business impact

  1. Reduced time on certificates: The solution reduced the time spent on certificates by 75-80%.
  2. Freed-up labor hours: The streamlined process freed up 333 labor hours per year, equating to approximately 1.5 hours per day.
  3. Off-site management: Blair managed the printing and logistics of trade documents off-site, reducing the burden on the client’s internal resources.
  4. Improved delivery time: The improved process enhanced the delivery time of trade documents, contributing to overall operational efficiency.

The client experienced significant improvements in the efficiency of their trade document handling process. The reduction in time spent on certificates and the freeing up of labor hours allowed the client to focus more on core business activities, improving overall productivity and efficiency.

Contact Blair today

For businesses facing similar challenges with trade document handling, Blair Consular Services offers tailored solutions to streamline your processes and enhance efficiency. Contact us today to learn how we can help reduce your document handling time and boost your operational performance.

Case study: Leading global bioscience company US.

How a leading global bioscience company partnered with Blair to reduce average regulatory document processing times from 83 days to 7 days.

Executive summary

Blair Consular Services collaborated with a leading global bioscience company to streamline the time-consuming process of obtaining and certifying regulatory documents, which was delaying the company’s product go-to-market timeline. By reviewing and optimizing the end-to-end process, Blair significantly reduced the processing time, enabling faster product registrations and boosting sales.

Client’s challenge

The client’s production plant faced significant delays in obtaining and certifying regulatory documents, which in turn delayed the company’s ability to bring products to market. The cumbersome and time-intensive process was a major bottleneck in their operations.

The client initially managed the regulatory document process internally, but the inefficiencies and delays prompted them to seek external expertise. They needed a solution that could expedite the document certification process and reduce the time to market for their products.

Working with Blair

The client learned about Blair Consular Services’ expertise in document logistics and legalization. Blair’s ability to streamline complex document processes and provide a faster turnaround was a decisive factor in the client’s decision to partner with them.

Implementation of Blair’s solution

Blair conducted a comprehensive review of the client’s end-to-end process to identify inefficiencies. Following this review, Blair streamlined the document certification process by eliminating unnecessary steps and logistics. Blair took over the administration and logistics of the legalization process, introducing a smooth and efficient workflow.

Outcomes and business impact

  1. Reduced processing time: The average processing time for regulatory documents was reduced from 83 days to just 7 days.
  2. Faster market entry: The reduced processing time enabled the company to register products faster, resulting in additional weeks of sales.
  3. Centralized document management: The administration and logistics of document certification are now managed entirely by Blair, freeing up the client’s internal resources.
  4. Improved efficiency: The optimized process and centralized management significantly improved the overall efficiency of the client’s operations.

The client saw a dramatic reduction in the time required to process regulatory documents, which translated into faster product registrations and a quicker go-to-market timeline. This improvement boosted the company’s sales and enhanced its competitiveness in the market.

Contact us today

For businesses facing similar challenges with regulatory document management, Blair Consular Services offers tailored solutions to streamline your processes and improve efficiency. Contact us today to learn how we can help accelerate your document certification and boost your operational performance.

Case study: Leading global online retailer.

How a leading global online retailer partnered with Blair to achieve timely immigration processing for inbound assignees.

Executive summary

Blair Consular Services successfully partnered with a leading global online retailer to streamline the document conditioning process for inbound assignees moving to Germany. By establishing a centralized global hub and leveraging a network of partners, Blair ensured timely and efficient management of document requests, significantly improving the client’s immigration process and overall operational efficiency.

Client’s challenge

The client’s internal team responsible for managing inbound assignees to Germany faced significant delays and inefficiencies in securing immigration status due to challenges in obtaining and conditioning required documents from assignees based globally.

The client attempted to manage the document conditioning process independently. They collected and processed documents from various global locations but faced difficulties in standardizing the process and ensuring timely delivery. These inefficiencies resulted in delays in securing immigration status for their assignees.

Working with Blair

Recognizing the need for a more effective solution, the client’s team reached out to Blair Consular Services. They were introduced to Blair’s expertise in managing complex document conditioning processes and were made aware of the potential benefits of a centralized approach.

Implementation of Blair’s solution

A team from Blair met with the client to understand their specific pain points and the nature of the delays and inefficiencies they were experiencing. Blair reviewed data on the number of assignees, types of documents required, and their global origins to tailor the solution effectively. Following this, a comprehensive network of partners was put in place to handle document requirements across various regions, and a standardized process for managing all document conditioning cases centrally through a global hub was mapped out, ensuring uniformity and efficiency.

Once requests are received through the global hub, Blair’s Document Service team then proceeds to procure any documents required for the assignee to successfully relocate and arrange for their full authentication.

Outcomes and business impact

  1. Timely immigration processing: The streamlined process ensured that documents no longer held up immigration procedures, allowing for timely securing of immigration status for assignees.
  2. Single supplier: The client now has a single supplier managing all global document requests, simplifying operations and reducing administrative burdens.
  3. Single point of contact: A dedicated team at Blair acts as a single point of contact, enhancing communication and coordination.
  4. Consistent service: Blair’s solution provided consistent service quality across all markets, ensuring reliability and predictability.
  5. Clear pricing: The client benefited from clear and uniform pricing, facilitating better budget management.
  6. Centralized billing: Blair implemented centralized billing, simplifying financial processes and ensuring transparency.

Overall, the client experienced significant improvements in the efficiency and timeliness of their immigration processes. The standardized approach reduced delays, enhanced coordination, and provided financial clarity, ultimately contributing to a smoother and more predictable assignee relocation process.

Contact Blair today

For businesses facing similar challenges with global document conditioning and immigration processes, Blair Consular Services offers comprehensive solutions tailored to your needs. Contact us today to discover how we can streamline your document management and improve your operational efficiency.

Case study: Leading global internet technology company.

How a leading global internet technology company partnered with Blair to accelerate employee immigration processes and reduce costs.

Executive summary

Blair Consular Services partnered with a leading global internet technology company to create a bespoke global mobility document solution. Faced with high costs and inefficiencies from their existing immigration and relocation suppliers, the client sought Blair’s expertise to provide comprehensive, expert document support at a competitive price. Blair’s centralized global hub and network of partners ensured timely and consistent service across all markets, significantly improving the client’s immigration processes and operational efficiency.

Our client’s challenge

The client’s assignee population had a substantial requirement for document procurement and conditioning, managed by various immigration and relocation suppliers. These suppliers were deemed expensive, lacking in expertise, and inadequate in coverage, causing significant delays in the immigration process.

The client’s internal team attempted to manage document procurement and conditioning through their existing suppliers. However, due to high costs and inefficiencies, they sought a more effective and economical solution. This led them to explore other providers who could offer specialized expertise and better coverage.

Working with Blair

In search of a more efficient and cost-effective solution, the client discovered Blair Consular Services. They were impressed by Blair’s reputation for providing expert global document support and their ability to manage complex document requirements efficiently.

Implementation of Blair’s solution

A team from Blair met with the client to thoroughly understand their pain points, including the high costs and inefficiencies they were faced with. The team reviewed data on the number of assignees, types of documents required, and their global origins to tailor the solution effectively. Following this, Blair put in place a comprehensive network of partners to handle document requirements across various regions. Blair mapped out a standardized process for managing all document conditioning cases centrally through a global hub, ensuring uniformity and efficiency.

Outcomes and business impact

  1. Timely immigration processing: The streamlined process ensured that documents no longer held up immigration procedures, allowing for timely securing of immigration status for assignees.
  2. Competitive pricing: Blair provided competitive, clear, and uniform pricing, which significantly reduced costs for the client.
  3. Single supplier: The client now has a single supplier managing all global document requests, simplifying operations and reducing administrative burdens.
  4. Single point of contact: A dedicated team at Blair acts as a single point of contact, enhancing communication and coordination.
  5. Consistent service: Blair’s solution provided consistent service quality across all markets, ensuring reliability and predictability.
  6. Centralized billing: Blair implemented centralized billing, simplifying financial processes and ensuring transparency.

Overall, the client experienced significant improvements in the efficiency and timeliness of their immigration processes. The streamlined approach reduced delays, enhanced coordination, and provided financial clarity, ultimately contributing to a smoother and more predictable assignee relocation process.

Contact Blair today

For businesses facing similar challenges with global document procurement and conditioning, Blair Consular Services offers comprehensive solutions tailored to your needs. Contact us today to discover how we can streamline your document management and improve your operational efficiency.

Case study: Leading global pharma company.

How a leading global pharma company works with Blair to streamline the way they market new drugs internationally.

Executive summary

Blair Consular Services partnered with a leading global pharmaceutical company to centralize and streamline their document management process. The client faced challenges with inconsistent service and varying prices from multiple vendors, which impacted their ability to get new drugs to market efficiently. By establishing a Global Hub and leveraging a network of partners, Blair provided a unified document solution that improved service consistency, reduced costs, and enhanced operational efficiency.

Client’s challenge

The client’s regulatory affairs teams across multiple countries required numerous documents from various vendors, resulting in inconsistent service levels and fluctuating prices. These inefficiencies hindered their ability to expedite the drug approval process, delaying market entry.

The client attempted to manage their document needs through multiple vendors, but this approach led to a fragmented service and unpredictable costs. They recognized the need for a single, reliable solution to manage all document requests efficiently.

Working with Blair

In search of a more cohesive and cost-effective solution, the client discovered Blair Consular Services. Blair’s expertise in document management and its ability to offer a centralized approach were key factors in the client’s decision to partner.

Implementation of Blair’s solution

Blair conducted a thorough review of the client’s footprint and document requirements. Following this process, Blair ensured that there were network partners in place to meet the client’s needs across different regions. Blair then centralized all document requests through a global hub, streamlining the process and ensuring consistent service delivery.

Outcomes and business impact

  1. Unified document management: All document requests are now managed by Blair as a single supplier, eliminating the inefficiencies of dealing with multiple vendors.
  2. Single point of contact: A dedicated team at Blair serves as the single point of contact, enhancing communication and coordination.
  3. Consistent service across markets: Blair’s solution provided consistent service quality across all markets, ensuring reliability and predictability.
  4. Clear and uniform pricing: The client benefited from clear and uniform pricing, which facilitated better budget management and reduced costs.
  5. Centralized billing: Blair implemented centralized billing, simplifying financial processes and ensuring transparency.

The client experienced significant improvements in the efficiency of their document management process. The unified approach reduced delays, improved coordination, and provided financial clarity. This allowed the client to expedite the drug approval process, ultimately enabling faster market entry and increased competitiveness.

Contact Blair today

For businesses facing similar challenges with document management and regulatory compliance, Blair Consular Services offers comprehensive solutions tailored to your needs. Contact us today to discover how we can streamline your document management and improve your operational efficiency.

Case study: Leading global online retailer, Germany.

How a leading global online retailer partnered with Blair to improve their Intra-EU assignee experience.

Executive summary

Blair Consular Services successfully partnered with a leading global online retailer to streamline the document conditioning process for inbound assignees moving to Germany. By establishing a centralized global hub and leveraging a network of partners, Blair ensured timely and efficient management of document requests, significantly improving the client’s immigration process and overall operational efficiency.

Client’s challenge

The client’s internal team responsible for managing inbound assignees to Germany faced significant delays and inefficiencies in securing immigration status due to challenges in obtaining and conditioning required documents from assignees based globally.

The client attempted to manage the document conditioning process independently. They collected and processed documents from various global locations but faced difficulties in standardizing the process and ensuring timely delivery. These inefficiencies resulted in delays in securing immigration status for their assignees.

Working with Blair

Recognizing the need for a more effective solution, the client’s team reached out to Blair Consular Services. They were introduced to Blair’s expertise in managing complex document conditioning processes and were made aware of the potential benefits of a centralized approach.

Implementation of Blair’s solution

A team from Blair met with the client to understand their specific pain points and the nature of the delays and inefficiencies they were experiencing. Blair reviewed data on the number of assignees, types of documents required, and their global origins to tailor the solution effectively. Following this, a comprehensive network of partners was put in place to handle document requirements across various regions, and a standardized process for managing all document conditioning cases centrally through a global hub was mapped out, ensuring uniformity and efficiency.

Once requests are received through the global hub, Blair’s Document Service team then proceeds to procure any documents required for the assignee to successfully relocate and arrange for their full authentication.

Outcomes and business impact

  1. Timely immigration processing: The streamlined process ensured that documents no longer held up immigration procedures, allowing for timely securing of immigration status for assignees.
  2. Single supplier: The client now has a single supplier managing all global document requests, simplifying operations and reducing administrative burdens.
  3. Single point of contact: A dedicated team at Blair acts as a single point of contact, enhancing communication and coordination.
  4. Consistent service: Blair’s solution provided consistent service quality across all markets, ensuring reliability and predictability.
  5. Clear pricing: The client benefited from clear and uniform pricing, facilitating better budget management.
  6. Centralized billing: Blair implemented centralized billing, simplifying financial processes and ensuring transparency.

Overall, the client experienced significant improvements in the efficiency and timeliness of their immigration processes. The standardized approach reduced delays, enhanced coordination, and provided financial clarity, ultimately contributing to a smoother and more predictable assignee relocation process.

Contact Blair today

For businesses facing similar challenges with global document conditioning and immigration processes, Blair Consular Services offers comprehensive solutions tailored to your needs. Contact us today to discover how we can streamline your document management and improve your operational efficiency.

Europe-wide legalization services

Blairs can now offer legalization for both shipping and legal documentation throughout Europe. We also provide a fully electronic Certificate of Origin service for these markets. Please contact us if you have a requirement.

Public Holidays

Please note the following public holidays:
Department of State will be closed June 20, July 18 and August 22. Blairs will be open but processing times may be delayed.
Blairs will be closed on the following dates:
• May 25-28 for Memorial Day
• June 22-25
• July 5-6 Independence Day
• November 21-23 Thanksgiving
• December 24-26 Christmas

NEW USA OFFICE OPENED

Blair are pleased to announce the opening of a new office in Washington DC, USA. Coupled with our current European legalisation facilities, this new venture allows us to offer more efficient and cost effective international services to our UK clients, in addition to providing more specialised consular services to the US market. Please contact our sales department for further information.