Import & export

Import, export and trading software for global trade

Track every LC and shipment, manage sourcing orders and samples, calculate true landed cost and keep multi-currency accounts in one system built for cross-border trade.

EXIM What’s included

What we deliver

LC and trade document tracking

Buying house and sourcing software

Inventory with landed costing

Multi-currency accounting

AI document checks, LC alerts & MCP server

1k+ Projects delivered
350+ Happy clients
DesignSilc

Import and export software development company

DesignSilc is a global import, export and trading software development company with teams in Dhaka, Austin and the UK, serving clients in 38+ countries. We build systems that manage letters of credit, trade documents, sourcing orders, inventory with landed costs and multi-currency accounts for traders, importers, exporters, distributors and buying houses. Instead of chasing LC numbers in email threads and spreadsheets, your team sees each order from proforma invoice to shipment, customs clearance and payment in one place. We have built software since 2015.

Trade businesses run on documents and deadlines: LC expiry, shipment dates, bank acceptance, maturity payments and customs duties, whether you ship from Bangladesh, China, the EU or the USA. We build systems that track each of these with reminders, attach scanned documents to the right order and calculate true per-unit cost after freight, insurance, duty and bank charges. You can start with LC and order tracking, then add inventory, accounting or a supplier portal in phases. Every trade system now includes AI built in: it reads proforma invoices, checks documents against LC terms, predicts shipment delays and gives your own AI assistants secure access through an MCP server.

What we offer

Import, export and trading software we build

Systems that follow each order, document and unit of cost from supplier to final customer.

01

LC & trade document management

Track LCs, amendments, PI, commercial invoice, packing list, B/L and bank documents with expiry and maturity reminders.

02

Buying house & sourcing software

Buyer orders, factory allocation, samples and approvals, T&A calendar, inspections and shipment status for each style.

03

Shipment & clearance tracking

Follow containers from port of loading to arrival, freight forwarder and customs broker updates, duty assessment and delivery.

04

Inventory with landed costing

Allocate freight, insurance, duty, VAT and bank charges to each item so stock value and margins reflect true cost.

05

Multi-currency accounting

Record USD, EUR, GBP, CNY, AED and BDT transactions, exchange gains and losses, bank-wise LC margins and party ledgers.

06

Sales, distribution & credit

Wholesale orders, dealer pricing, delivery notes, credit limits and collection follow-ups for traded goods.

Integrations

Integrations & technology

Multi-currency ledgers Exchange rate feeds Document OCR Shipment tracking APIs QuickBooks / Xero SAP integration Barcode inventory Email / SMS alerts Excel import / export Laravel React Flutter
By the numbers

Why businesses choose DesignSilc

97%

Success rate

70+

Developers

10+

Years of experience

1k+

Projects delivered

350+

Happy clients

DesignSilc

Mobile apps for import, export and trading

Owners and managers in trading businesses rarely sit at a desk all day, so we build Android and iOS apps that put key numbers in their pocket: open LCs and upcoming maturities, shipments in transit, stock by warehouse and receivables by party. Buying house merchandisers can update sample status, upload inspection photos and approve orders from the factory floor. Sales staff can take wholesale orders offline and sync them when they reconnect.

Why it matters

Why traders and exporters choose DesignSilc

Investing in Import, Export & Trading software with DesignSilc delivers clear, measurable advantages for your company.

  • Every LC, shipment and document linked to its order
  • Landed costing that shows real margin per item
  • Multi-currency books with exchange gain and loss
  • Reminders before LC expiry and payment maturity
  • Start small with LC tracking, grow into full ERP
  • AI that catches LC discrepancies and shipment risks before they cost you money

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is LC management software?

LC management software records each letter of credit with its bank, value, shipment and expiry dates, amendments and linked commercial documents, then reminds your team before key deadlines. DesignSilc builds LC management systems for importers, exporters and buying houses worldwide, connected to orders, shipments, costing and accounts so nothing relies on spreadsheets.

How much does import export software cost?

It depends on the modules you need, such as LC tracking, buying house workflows, inventory, accounting or apps, plus users and branches. DesignSilc gives clients in the USA, UK, Europe, Middle East and South Asia a fixed quote after a free discovery call. Many trading companies start with an MVP for LC and order tracking, then add landed costing, inventory and accounting in phases.

How long does it take to implement trading software?

An LC and order tracking system typically takes 6 to 10 weeks for a first release. A wider trading ERP with inventory, landed costing and multi-currency accounting typically takes 12 to 20 weeks, delivered in phases. DesignSilc also migrates your open LCs, stock and party balances so your team can switch over cleanly.

Can the software calculate landed cost for imported goods?

Yes. DesignSilc builds landed costing that adds freight, insurance, customs duty, excise or supplementary duty, import VAT, broker charges and bank fees to each import, then allocates them to items by value, weight or quantity. Duty and tax heads are configurable per country, so stock valuation and selling prices reflect the real cost of goods, not just the supplier invoice.

Do you build software for buying houses and sourcing offices?

Yes. DesignSilc builds buying house and sourcing software that manages buyer orders by style, factory allocation, sample stages, approvals, time and action calendars, inspections and shipments. It is trusted by sourcing teams supplying EU and US brands, giving merchandisers a clear view of every order's status and management a view of commission, delays and factory performance.

What AI features does DesignSilc import export software include?

Our trade systems include proforma invoice extraction, supplier quote comparison on landed cost and lead time, LC application drafts from an approved PI, LC expiry and shipment risk alerts, a document discrepancy checker against LC terms, HS code suggestions with duty estimates, vessel ETA and demurrage prediction, export document drafting, counterparty sanctions screening and a daily trade briefing for the commercial head. Each check is a suggestion with reasons, and your team confirms documents and payments before anything goes to a bank, customs agent or buyer.

Can our AI assistants or agents connect to the trade system?

Yes. An MCP server is built in, so Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or your own agents can look up LC status, check documents against LC terms, track containers, estimate duty and review FX exposure. Each assistant inherits its user's permissions, so a sales executive's assistant cannot see bank limits meant for finance. LC amendments, payment requests and forward bookings are saved as drafts for an authorised approver, and every tool call is logged with who asked and when. You can use a cloud AI model or keep everything on a private model you host.

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