Speed Efficiency Automation The New Triad in Customs Declarations

In the complex world of international trade, automated customs declarations are emerging as a game-changer. They offer a solution to the time-consuming and error-prone manual processes that have long been a challenge in freight transport. With container throughput in international ports at unprecedented levels, as noted by the WCO it is no longer feasible for any border control agency such as Customs to manually process import, export and transit processes without creating major disruptions to cross-border trade.

The automation of customs declarations is revolutionising how terminal operators, port management, and shipping lines operate. By eliminating inefficiencies associated with manual data entry and document handling, these systems are streamlining operations like never before. 

RPA, OCR and machine learning are technologies that enable automation of customs declarations, thus improving accuracy in data extraction from scanned documents. These tools not only automate tedious tasks but also significantly improve accuracy in data extraction from scanned documents for automated customs declarations.

This new era of automation brings numerous benefits including minimised compliance mistakes, reduced cargo delays, lower inspection fees and fines among others. This post will discuss the changes in process that automation brings and the benefits of utilising a Single Window solution like CARGOES Customs.

The Need for Automated Customs Declarations in Freight Transport

Terminal operators, port managers, and shipping lines are continually grappling with the complexities of manual customs declarations. The traditional approach to collecting data from truck, ship and train release documents is not only laborious but also fraught with potential errors. Inefficiencies inherent in these manual procedures can lead to serious repercussions such as misdeclarations or transport delays. Furthermore, a lack of standardisation across various ports compounds these challenges, making it harder than ever for stakeholders to ensure frictionless border crossing. Embracing automated solutions could be pivotal in streamlining operations while enhancing accuracy levels. By consolidating global customs management into one cohesive system, terminal operators have an opportunity to strategically manage international trade without being burdened by bottom-line duty costs or reduced shipment lead time due to procedural inefficiencies.

How Automation is Revolutionising Customs Declarations

In the realm of freight transport, leading terminal operators and port management operations managers are leveraging advanced automated systems to optimize their customs declarations. Platforms such as CARGOES Customs, with its intuitive application programming interfaces, are transforming manual data entry into streamlined processes.

The Role of Robotic Processes in Freight Transport Control

With the advent of robotic process automation (RPA), a new era has begun where customs brokers can process declarations immediately. This technology enables quick collection and verification of transactionally required data elements associated with goods traveling via freight transport.This shift towards automation not only consolidates global customs management but also reduces shipment lead time by saving up to 120 hours per month - a game-changer for shipping lines NVOCCS.

Benefits of Automated Customs Declarations

In the realm of international trade, automated customs declarations have emerged as a pivotal tool for terminal operators and port managers. The systems not only strategically manage international trade but also play an instrumental role in reducing shipment lead time.

• Streamlining Supply Chain Operations: The beauty of these innovative platforms lies in their ability to streamline supply chain operations through seamless data exchange with national customs authorities. This ensures frictionless border crossing and minimises cargo delays, thus consolidating global customs management into one efficient system handling both import and export declaration transactional import data. 
• Boosting Productivity through Automation: Beyond streamlining processes, automation serves as a catalyst for productivity by eradicating manual tasks linked to multiple declarations managed by various agencies or parties. These systems employ intuitive application programming interfaces that automate the submission of transactionally required data elements, such as export declaration supplementary declaration details, thereby eliminating potential errors from manual data entry. Core to CARGOES Customs are modules that significantly reduce such errors including, Declaration Management, Customs Inspection, Customs Valuation and Customs Clearance amongst others.

The Future Scope of Automated Customs Declarations

Given the current success rate, it's clear that automated customs declarations have a promising future in shaping international trade. AI and ML progressions offer the potential for these frameworks to become more smart, fast and effective. 

Another exciting development lies in integrating blockchain technology into automated declaration systems. Blockchain provides a secure method for storing transactionally required data elements across single customs jurisdiction, thereby ensuring frictionless border crossing while reducing shipment lead time. The advanced features of CARGOES Customs continue to innovate and utilise the latest technological developments. 

If you are looking for a solution to address similar challenges and or are interested in being part of the digitised customs future, book your demo.