CargoSmart Helps Logistics Service Providers Navigate the Importer Security Filing Regulation

In January 2009, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) launched the Importer Security Filing (ISF), or 10+2, regulation that requires U.S. importers to file multiple data elements at least 24 hours prior to vessel loading at the foreign port. CargoSmarts Importer Security Filing solution helps logistics service providers manage the data collection process and submit the filings to CBP on their clients behalf, allowing them to expand their scope of services. Advanced visibility tools let service providers manage by exception so that they can focus on their customers shipments that need the most attention and ensure timely and accurate submissions.
Powerful Data Collaboration and Filing Tools To help comply with the ISF regulation, U.S. importers seek services that will help them gather and file required data elements and avoid delays to the shipment cycle or penalties from late filings. CargoSmarts solution builds on its existing document workflow management system and helps logistics service providers offer data collaboration and filing services to their customers. Key features help service providers to: Issue automatic requests for required data elements to clients shipping parties Collect ISF filing details through multiple channels: direct upload, e-mail, or fax Upload data from existing systems and copy from past filings to save time and reduce re-keying Review, amend, and approve data before filing File ISF data directly to U.S. CBP ISF Document Management Leveraging CargoSmarts document management solution to manage the ISF process helps filing agents ensure that customers records are secure and yet still easily accessible for audit purposes. Centralized digital storage of ISF elements provides on-demand access to filing records without requiring additional physical storage and protects records from being lost or damaged. Online dashboards help service providers track the status of data collection and filings at a glance. Users can quickly see which elements are missing or still need to be reviewed. They can also view the filings that have been submitted and whether they are in progress, accepted, or rejected by CBP. Remind filers about upcoming filing deadlines Advise parties by e-mail if data elements are incorrect or overdue Alert filers immediately when exceptions occur Advanced Monitoring of Filing Compliance To help ensure compliance and reduce the potential for costly penalties and delays, CargoSmart proactively monitors the ISF process and alerts concerned parties regarding key filing activities and exceptions. Automatic notifications help to: Logistics service providers can tailor CargoSmarts ISF solution to meet their customers specific data management and filing needs. It helps them deliver more value to customers, build loyalty, and retain customers. CargoSmart also provides additional, industry leading e-commerce services that service providers can promote to attract new customers.

Benefits
Save time preparing and
submitting clients filings

Reduce effort to
consolidate 10+2 data elements and save resources

Improve customer service

with advanced monitoring of the filing process and status

Respond quickly if elements

are missing or if tasks are not completed by the deadline

Ensure shipment data

security with access control settings

Help your clients to: Comply with U.S. CBPs

Importer Security Filing requirement

Avoid penalties for

inaccurate, late, or missing filings

Comply with document

storage requirements

 Save customers time and effort to set up e-mail 10+2 Considerations for Service Providers
The Importer Security Filing (ISF), or 10+2, regulation requires that U.S. importers collect detailed information about a shipments origin and contents from multiple sources and file it as part of their customs process. This is not a small adjustment for most businesses. Enforcement of the regulation is scheduled to begin on January 26, 2010. Non-compliance penalties are formidable and additional costs can occur from delays in the shipment cycle. Logistics service providers should consider: What value-added services do you currently offer your customers for ISF? How do you help customers collect data elements from other parties? How much time is required to follow up and confirm the data they have provided? How are you currently identifying exceptions? How many of your clients ISFs are being filed timely? Can you help them track their performance? CargoSmarts ISF solution lets logistics service providers extend additional services to their U.S. importer customers and help them streamline data collection, comply with filing requirements, and avoid late filings and penalties. To learn how you can use CargoSmarts solution to meet your unique business process needs, please contact us at info@cargosmart.com.

reminders and alerts CargoSmart Services Center monitors the entire filing process, from the first reminder alerts through the return of the filing confirmation from CBP, to ensure that ISFs are processed in a timely manner. Company Headquarters
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About CargoSmart: CargoSmart Limited is a Software as a Service (SaaS) global shipping and logistics Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions provider, with advanced visibility and exception management, enabling shippers, consignees, and logistics service providers to keep cargo moving and delivered on time. Through online tools and integration services, CargoSmart enables customers to plan, process, and monitor the critical path of multiple-carrier shipments and communicate in-depth, timely information to key supply chain associates. CargoSmart launched its services in October 2000, and has helped over 17,000 customers lower transportation management costs, streamline operations, and reduce the risk of late shipments.
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24x7 Support and System Monitoring CargoSmart Services Center is a 24x7 full-service support team that provides account setup and monitoring services to ensure that filings go smoothly. Services Center helps to:

Ensure that reminder alerts are issued on time Monitor that confirmation messages are returned from CBP Alert customers if filings are not accepted or if they have been returned with errors
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