evastating in the mind of another. Negotiations are often broken off over factors that are not even part of the bargaining.
             Political Stability is also affecting the EU and the US. With recent events both in the US and Europe there is a global heightened sence of security. This can cause a restriction on the freedom of commerce if not handled properly. This also ties back with the difference in culture, which must be considered in business negotiations. Discussion of different culture and politics must be open before we can negotiate regulations.
             Regulation is another key component of business. The US and the EU have had a fair share lately in regulation negotiations. Recent conferring include dumping of steel and unfair tariffs. In fact, some of these talks have involved the President of the United States, the World Trade Organization, and other leaders in government.
             Customer Service cannot be achieved without regulation. These rules must be set up before effective communication can be established.
             Technology Effective communication is the key to a faster, better logistical system. Both the US and the EU have varying form of both technology and, consequently, customer service. Combining them for business is a huge segment of customer service for overseas trade.
             Transportation is what brings commerce together. Cultural differences and political unrest will affect business negotiations but the negotiations will not happen without the transportation element to provide service throughout the EU, across oceans and into the US. The transportation industry must work together to move freight and satisfy the customer's needs.
             STAGED Consulting Group has researched the Global Logistics Challenges facing the European Union and comparison with the United States. First there is an executive summary, which highlights role of global logistics and its progressive development. Some of the key factors of logistics are di...