Consulting, Advisory And Solutions Company For Logistics Management
Logistics Management, E-Commerce, Retail (Food, Beverages, Appliances, Transport And Logistics, Construction Industry, And Technology · 2024-12-11
Decision Date
2024-12-11
Location
Florida
This case is from a USCIS Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) appeal decision. Appeal cases represent a subset of petitions and may not reflect typical outcomes.
Proposed Endeavor
The petitioner proposes to expand and consolidate a consulting, advisory, and solutions company for logistics management in the United States. This company provides specialized ground transportation, freight distribution, and collection services to the U.S. market, aiming to optimize costs, loads, and reduce distances and delivery times.
Framework Evaluation
0 of 3 criteria met
1The proposed endeavor has both substantial merit and national importanceNot Met
USCIS found the endeavor had substantial merit but failed to establish national importance, as it did not demonstrate broader implications or substantial positive economic effects beyond the company's direct operations.
Why This Petition Was Denied
The appeal was dismissed because the Petitioner failed to establish the national importance of his proposed endeavor under the first Dhanasar prong. While the endeavor had substantial merit, USCIS found insufficient evidence that it would have broader implications beyond the company's clientele, significant potential to employ U.S. workers, or substantial positive economic effects at a national level. The business plan's projections for 5-9 employees and revenues from $570,240 to $1,626,240 over five years lacked supporting details and did not demonstrate national importance.
Request for Evidence (RFE)
Unsuccessfully Addressed
The RFE requested further evidence to establish the national importance of the proposed endeavor. The Petitioner provided a statement and additional documents, but these were deemed insufficient to demonstrate the required level of national impact.
RFE Targets
The proposed endeavor has both substantial merit and national importance
The petitioner proposes to work as a Sales Manager providing services to U.S. logistics companies in areas such as pre-sale consulting management, sales support, strategy optimization, and operational support. The work aims to enhance the international competitiveness of U.S. companies and strengthen supply chain efficiency.
The petitioner proposes to continue working as a Sales Manager, providing services to various U.S. logistics companies in pre-sale consulting management, sales support management, strategy optimization studies, and operational support management. This endeavor aims to improve the supply chain process, affecting shipping and manufacturing, and thereby positively impacting the economy through increased efficiency.
The petitioner proposes to start a logistics consulting business in the United States. This business aims to provide economic growth and employment opportunities for U.S. workers by addressing complexities of procurement and international trade, specifically by creating a more innovative and resilient supply chain.
The Petitioner proposes to operate his own consulting firm to assist businesses in the logistics, transport, and cargo storage sectors, including wholesalers and manufacturing companies. He intends to offer services such as supply chain analysis and optimization, inventory management, transportation optimization, warehouse management, technology integration, risk management, and customs/trade compliance. Additionally, he plans to provide training and internships to address labor shortages in supply chain management and logistics.
Frequently Asked Questions
A dismissed EB-2 NIW petition means USCIS found the evidence insufficient to meet the eligibility criteria. Common reasons include weak documentation, failure to meet the required number of criteria, or insufficient evidence of the claimed qualifications. Petitioners can refile with stronger evidence or explore alternative visa categories.
