Overview of Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT)

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1 Overview of Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT)

2 Our Mission We are the guardians of our Nation s borders. We are America s frontline. We safeguard the American homeland at and beyond our borders. We protect the American public against terrorists and the instruments of terror. We steadfastly enforce the laws of the United States while fostering our nation s economic security through lawful international trade and travel. We serve the American public with vigilance, integrity and professionalism.

3 Established in 2001, the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) initiative that partners with the trade community on a voluntary basis to secure the international supply chain of goods entering the United States. C-TPAT builds upon relationships with all segments of the supply chain, both foreign and domestic to secure the entire supply chain.

4 Any one individual, shipment or conveyance could be Weapons of mass destruction Biological warfare chemicals Arms/munitions Terrorists

5 CBP Layered Approach Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism Engaging the private sector to increase supply chain security Trade Act/24-Hour Rule/NTC Advanced electronic information analysis and targeting Container Security Initiative/Secure Freight Initiative Expanding our borders by pre-screening high risk shipments prior to arrival in the U.S. NII Non- Intrusive Inspection Technology Employing the use of advanced inspection technologies 5

6 C-TPAT Achievements September 2, ,318 - Certified Partner Accounts Staffing Level Tier 3 Importers 28,409 - Total Validations Completed 13,158 - Initial Validations Completed 15,251 - Revalidations Completed Number of completed validations by year: 2014: 573 Initial Validations + 1,974 Revalidations = 2,547 Total Validations 2015: 304 Initial Validations Revalidations = 1,500 Total Validations 2,106 - Total Suspensions 1,483 - Total Removals Validations Completed by Year Program Initiatives: 10 - Mutual Recognition Arrangements: New Zealand, Canada, Jordan, Japan, Korea, European Union, Taiwan, Israel, Mexico, Singapore 4 - Mutual Recognition Projects: China, Dominican Republic, Brazil, India 10 - Technical Assistance Projects: Turkey, Jamaica, Switzerland, Honduras, Panama, Colombia, Chile, Peru, Uruguay, Costa Rica 4 - Partner Government Agencies: FDA, TSA, USDA, Coast Guard 6

7 C-TPAT Program Updates C-TPAT Exporter Entity in 2015 Web portal applications Importer Self Assessment (ISA) Bringing Compliance into C-TPAT Trusted Trader C-TPAT s Portal 2.0 Enhancements Partner Government Agencies Phased Approach (Phase III Launched on August 16) C-TPAT Conference (TBD)

8 The C-TPAT Approach Partnership - cooperatively developed minimum security criteria vs. mandatory requirements Voluntary companies are not required to adhere to C-TPAT guidelines, but must do so to receive benefits Provides for the customized application of guidelines by members Provides tangible benefits Trust but verify information 8

9 C-TPAT Objectives Emphasize prevention vs. interdiction Promote shared responsibility Promote security awareness Increase supply chain security and supply chain efficiency 9

10 SAFE Port Act Requirements Congress s Security and Accountability For Every (SAFE) Port Act of 2006 put into law a number of programs to improve security of U.S. ports. C-TPAT Requirements: 1. All Applicants must reviewed, certified and vetted within 90 days 2. Once certified, company s validation must be completed within one year 3. Revalidations will be conducted every four years 4. Validation reports completed, approved, and sent to partner within 60 days of..validation 10

11 C-TPAT Supply Chain The supply chain for C-TPAT purposes is defined from point of origin (manufacturer/supplier/vendor) through to the point of distribution 11

12 Minimum Security Criteria Physical Access Controls Personnel Security Procedural Security Physical Security Container Security & Inspection (Seals) Security Training & Threat Awareness Business Partner Requirements Importer Information Technology Security 12

13 What is a Validation? The validation process involves creating a Validation Team, that performs a joint review of the supply chain based on the security profile submitted and a documented risk assessment Each validation is customized according to the Partner An open forum to discuss issues, share ideas, address vulnerabilities and develop solutions Understand the role of CBP and the trade community in the war on terror Trust but verify system (Reliable, Accurate, and Effective) 13

14 C-TPAT - Travels the World to Secure Supply Chains: Visited supply chains in 109 countries

15 What s in it for Industry Increased efficiency / predictability Expedited shipping of cargo Protection of revenue Increased security in all parts of supply chain (leading to reduced pilferage, etc.) Safeguarding of brand Better understanding of own supply chain (leading to efficiencies) Potential access to industry best practices Preferential treatment from Customs (help with contingency)

16 Benefits and Incentives Reduced inspections Front of the line treatment for exams Assigned CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) Participation in CBP training seminars Eligibility for other CBP Programs

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18 Mutual Recognition MR means that the security requirements/standards of the industry partnership program, as well as its verification procedures, are the same or compatible with those of the potential MR partner MR is a long term goal Customs, AEO Programs & Trade Community must realize the time, effort and resources that goes into achieving MR.

19 MRA: Benefits (Trade) Companies will go through fewer validations Audit fatigue Validation and revalidation process will be quicker When applicable, companies will receive similar treatment from countries where MR has been achieved

20 MRA: Benefits (Government) Resources (time and money) would be better allocated. Validation and revalidation process will be quicker and smoother. Will lead to the establishment of true end-to-end global security.

21 MRA Challenges Entity Identifiers- there are many Language differences Resources vary (Need compatible IT Systems that share status) Timelines Disparity in benefits (vary from country to country) Regulations block sharing of information

22 C-TPAT MR Lessons Learned Communication Internally Upper Managements & Field Level Externally Trade Community Automation C-TPATs Portal system was created in 2007 and upgraded/rebuilt in 2015 Working with Partner Government Agencies (PGA) Many PGAs have similar programs that overlap o o Reduce redundancies Provide additional benefits

23 Questions? George Rudy Chief C-TPAT- International Branch Washington D.C