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Agenda. IntroductionWhy become an AEOReasoningHow sold internallyManagement buy-inGood pointsBad pointsThe ProcessApplicationSelf assessmentAuditChanges to the businessEnhanced our Customs processeshard look at what we doformalised the processes in relation to consigneesEnhanced our s
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1. Davies TurnerThe path to AEO The process of applying, completing the self assessment and the audit.
2. Agenda Introduction
Why become an AEO
Reasoning
How sold internally
Management buy-in
Good points
Bad points
The Process
Application
Self assessment
Audit
Changes to the business
Enhanced our Customs processes
hard look at what we do
formalised the processes in relation to consignees
Enhanced our supply chain security
Now applies to Imports as well as Exports
Consolidated existing processes for DG, High consequence, high value and export freight into one coherent process for all frieight
Benefits
What has happened since (business status etc.)
3. Introduction Davies Turner
Independent freight forwarding company
20 offices in the UK with over 750 employees
Services include:
Import and Export freight by road sea and air
Logistics
Courier Express
Supply Chain Consultancy including AEO
Air Cargo Division now one of Europe’s first Authorised Economic Operators
David O’Toole
General Manager with the air freight division
Develops policy and processes within the disciplines of:
Compliance
Quality
Safety and Security
Led the team responsible for AEO
AEO consultant – with DT Group and externally is an independent freight forwarding company
Takes care of for a wide range of customers
is an independent freight forwarding company
Takes care of for a wide range of customers
4. Why AEO Terrorism is one of the greatest threats to democracy and freedom. The risk of a terrorist attack targeting freight transport remains high. Transport security has become a vital worldwide issue.
European Commission
Fighting terrorism is like being a goalkeeper. You can make a hundred brilliant saves but the only shot that people remember is the one that gets past you.
Daily Telegraph
We do not create terrorism by fighting the terrorists. We invite terrorism by ignoring them.
George W. Bush
In an interconnected world, the defeat of international terrorism will require the cooperation of many nations.
Barack Obama
5. Five practical actions to minimise the threat from a terrorist attack Gather high quality information from the right source
use the expertise of government and academic bodies to guide strategy and operations
Choose locations wisely
across the world the possibility of a direct attack is low but businesses need to consider the risk of indirect damage
Engage with local communities and understand local customs/traditions.
Adopt security as good practice, not a burden
Protect supply chains
Source: Lloyds - 21 February 2008
6. Protecting your supply chain If a company's supply chain is attacked or shut down, it simply cannot survive.
While many businesses are aware of possible attacks on their premises and take precautions to avoid this, too few take into account their operating systems and transport routes
Richard Ward, Lloyd’s Chief Executive
7. Why did we apply? Corporate responsibility
To our Customers to protect their supply chain
Demonstrate commitment to the much wider programme of supply chain security globally
Multilayered security to prevent terrorists using the supply chain
Company Goals
Professional in all respects – Government endorsement!
Profitable – Business opportunity/defence
The challenge
We love a challenge!
8. Making the decision DT is known for its Pioneering spirit and works closely with organisations such as Customs
Keep close eye on developments within the sector
Involved in presentation at the CBI form a forwarders point of view
Why did we agree to go ahead
How sold internally
Management buy-in
Good points
Bad points
9. Business review Five key areas
Trader information
Compliance record
Accounting and logistical systems
Financial solvency
Safety and security
Critical look at business processes
Identify and document good controls across the business
10. The application process Complete the application and questionnaire
C117 AEO Application
C118 AEO Questionnaire comprising 94 questions
Customs Audit:
Audit of the company based on the type of AEO authorisation being pursued
Liaise with member states customs authorities as required
Provide a report
11. Completing the application and questionnaire C117 AEO Application
Standard information about the Company.
C118 AEO Questionnaire
94 questions
In depth “self assessment” of:
Company’s Customs related activities
Safety and Security for both Imports and Exports
12. The “Self assessment” Customs
Facts and figures
Processes
Compliance history
Compliance management Safety and Security
History
Processes
Training
Staff
Building security
Vehicle security
Suppliers
13. Take 1 of 94 questions… 5.01.2
Have you undertaken and documented a safety and security assessment?
This is one of the most important questions in the safety and security section.This is one of the most important questions in the safety and security section.
14. What is required? 5.01.2
In preparation for our visit, you should conduct or arrange a self assessment to analyse whether you are able to meet the AEO security requirements.
This assessment should be made available during our visit.
The purpose of the assessment is to identify the risks and threats which might occur in that part of the supply chain in which you operate, and to look into the measures in place to minimise the risks and threats.
Your assessment is the key to your success. It must be recorded as evidence of how you achieve compliance. In addition you should show any additional measures that you have put in place to attain the level required.Your assessment is the key to your success. It must be recorded as evidence of how you achieve compliance. In addition you should show any additional measures that you have put in place to attain the level required.
15. The AEO audit in detail Two main areas
Customs history
Customs already knew a lot about us
Review trading history and approvals which required investigation of our business
NES
DEPS
ERTS
CFSP
Safety and Security
New to Customs but not to us due to the requirements for aviation security
The audit concentrated on the aspects of our business which are relevant to the supply chain
16. The audit in practice Visits to 5 offices of the 12 dealing with air cargo
Reviewed the self assessment
Looked in detail at our:
IT systems (including IT security)
Processes
Staff employment systems and training
Building and commercial vehicle security
Supplier vetting
Compared what we said with what we do.
17. The benefits Opportunity to:
critically review supply chain functionality
reinforce good practice
identify weak areas
demonstrate our professionalism
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