Global Procurement and Logistics Support
Vendor procurement, international logistics, and supply chain management
Identifying, sourcing, procuring, and delivering resources allows organizations to accomplish their global missions. GCI partners with international vendors to deliver needed items to the end users on time and within budget. Through our worldwide infrastructure, GCI can provide multiple alternatives, where competitive advantage can be gained from established supplier networks, domain awareness, technology expertise, and primary source market research. We procure and consolidate items to a global network of warehouses for shipment to over 150 countries. Our team of international freight forwarders and customs brokers enable us to provide surface or air transport, customs clearance, and delivery direct to the end user, anywhere in the world.
GCI personnel manage the export and import licensing process, including International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) licenses with the Department of State (DOS) and Commerce Control List (CCL) licenses with the Department of Commerce. We are licensed by the DOS, Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to export, import, and broker defense articles and services.
From providing routine procurement and delivery to aid in times of crisis, the GCI team is at the forefront in the effort to resource and outfit our customers to accomplish their missions.
- Procurement and delivery of materials for chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) detection, border security, law enforcement, and defense
- Training on the use of CBRNE equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Equipment installation/maintenance/repair management
- Equipment disposition
- Equipment inspections requiring technical expertise and OCONUS presence
- Equipment installation, maintenance, and repair management
- HAZMAT (e.g. ordnance) movements
- International logistics and sustainment
- International, multi-modal shipment management
- Inventory management
- Local/regional ground transportation
- Supply chain management
- Naval vessel maintenance assistance
- Worldwide construction management
Global EVENT and Personnel Logistics
Comprehensive solutions for transportation, event management, and linguistic services
At GCI, we excel in organizing exceptional events and providing seamless logistics support. With over 20 years of experience in event planning in 110+ countries, we ensure every detail is meticulously managed. GCI has a proven track record in organizing small- to large-scale events at the local and international levels. We operate globally, providing a wide range of services wherever you need them.
Our approach is focused on proactive problem-solving, with the flexibility to handle last-minute changes and adjustments. GCI’s expertise ensures a smooth and efficient experience from start to finish, allowing you to focus on delivering successful and impactful events. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to delivering service that exceeds your expectations.
- Securing venues and coordinating audiovisual equipment for events of all types and sizes
- Arranging catering services to accommodate any budget or dietary restrictions
- Providing on-site coordination to manage registrations, handle administrative issues and ensure logistics run smooth so that participants can focus on the event
- Speaking multiple languages, ensuring clear communication and personalized service for clients from around the world
- Booking air, ground travel, and lodging for U.S. and foreign travelers
- Ensuring compliance
- with local, state, federal, and international travel regulations
- Coordinating with a network of providers to maximize cost savings across the entirety of transportation requirements
- Consistent tracking and oversight to validate smooth transportation
- Around-the-clock support to resolve arising/last-minute itinerary changes
- Utilizing forward-deployed personnel to source tickets from local/regional providers to optimize cost
- Supporting visa acquisition
- Issuing stipends and repayments to support expenses while on travel
- Our team identifies the right interpreters and translators to support the event
- Translation capability for technical, training documentation, presentations, open source, and/or classified material
- Conference and event interpretation (simultaneous, consecutive, whisper, telephone, and virtual)
- GCI maintains a network of professional interpreters and translators both in the U.S. and in over 80 countries abroad
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