Single Submission Portal – the trade driven version of Single Window Project main-Leader: Ibrahima DIAGNE, inediagne@gmail.com Project co-leader: Kepeng LI, kepeng.lkp@alibaba-inc.com

Contents Background Challenges Requirements Examples of SSP Benefits Project scope Deliverables Proposed outline Next step

Background UN/CEFACT has worked on Single Window topics since the early 2000s. Single Windows are defined in Rec 33. As underlined in the recent UN/CEFACT “Technical Note on Terminology for Single Window and Other Electronic Platforms,” this definition implies five key elements ( The parties involved in trade and transport ,  Standardized information and documents,  Single entry point,  Fulfilling regulatory requirements, Single submission of individual data) So, the platform itself should have a clear government mandate in order to be considered a national single window. Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

Challenges with national single window Implementation of a national single window is not an easy task. It involves strong engagement of all government agencies. It takes years to render the trade facilitation measures promised to traders and agencies. Some countries don’t have national single window yet. Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

What is Single Submission Portal Exclusive on the market for all of this type of operator Standardized information and documents Government mandate for Single Entry Point Regulatory processes Single submission of individual data elements Single Window Must be Must have Must include Single Submission Portal Can be Can have Can include Should be Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope. Extracted from: Technical Note on Terminology for Single Window and Other Electronic Platforms.

Requirements for Single Submission Portal Private sectors can provide Single Submission Portal and do not necessarily wait for national single window to be fully implemented. MSEs (micro and small-medium enterprises) are able to immediately reap the benefits. Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

Examples of Single Submission Portals: PCS Port Community System (PCS). A Port Community System usually defines itself as a neutral and open electronic platform enabling intelligent and secure exchange of information between public and private stakeholders in order to improve the competitive position of the sea and air ports’ communities (sometimes referred to as Port User Groups). Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

Examples of Single Submission Portal: CCS A Cargo Community System (CCS) : An information technology platform linked to the freight flows (import/export /transit) of any kind of cargo passing through identified port, airport, or multimodal site(s) at a local or national level. A CCS is open to all parties involved in cargo freight and logistics including customs administrations. Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

Examples of Single Submission Portal: ITIS ITIS. International Trade Integrated Service (ITIS) Platforms can assemble the service providers and service partners (such as customs broker, freight forwarding, logistics service providers, warehouses, export agencies, banks, insurance companies, law firms, etc.) to provide MSMEs professional international trade services, such as clearance, tax refund, foreign exchange settlement, logistics, insurance, financing, legal advice and so on. Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

Benefits of Single Submission Portals For government: More effective governance at lower cost. Improve the competitiveness of cross-border trade of MSMEs, because SSP provides all services and competencies that only large scale companies can provide. For traders: Faster clearance Increased compliance Less inspections Fewer personnel Lower logistics and operating costs Trade facilitation Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

Project scope The project will look at the potential stakeholders, the services such systems can provide and potential management responsibilities. The initial focus will be on a national environment of data exchange only. It will provide guidance on these points and general recommendation for facilitating the implementation of such systems. Particular attention will be focused on benefits and needs of micro­enterprises and small­medium enterprises. from Vicky to Everyone: Vicky Hailey -Canada from markus to Everyone: Markus Soland, Switzerland, markus.soland@sbb.ch

Project scope The project proposes to study different forms of Single Submission Portals including e­Commerce platforms, International Trade Integrated Service (ITIS) Platforms, Port Community Systems, Cargo Community Systems, Data Pipelines or Interorganizational Operating Information Systems. Finally, this project will propose how such Single Submission Portals can provide the same or similar trade facilitation mechanisms as a National Single Window. Some countries may want to use such systems as a viable alternative to a National Single Window and rely on such systems as an alternative to their WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement requirements. from Vicky to Everyone: Vicky Hailey -Canada from markus to Everyone: Markus Soland, Switzerland, markus.soland@sbb.ch

Project deliverables and Exit Criteria The project deliverables are: a)  Recommendation on Single Submission Portals b)  Guidelines on Single Submission Portals c)  Single Submission Portals ‘Case Study Repository’ submission template and initial contributions Exit criteria: Recommendation on Single Submission Portals Internal and external review logs showing how comments have been addressed Final draft text ready for publication Guidelines on Single Submission Portals Single Submission Portals ‘Case Study Repository’ submission template and initial contributions Gathering and review of case studies completed from Vicky to Everyone: Vicky Hailey -Canada from markus to Everyone: Markus Soland, Switzerland, markus.soland@sbb.ch

Recommendation Outline Challenges What is Single Submission Portal The need for Single Submission Portal Services provided by Single Submission Portal Benefits for Single Submission Portal Guidance to establish a Single Submission Portal Introduction of different SSPs PCS (Port Community System) CCS (Cargo Community System) ITIS (International Trade Integrated Service) Conclusions and recommendations from Vicky to Everyone: Vicky Hailey -Canada from markus to Everyone: Markus Soland, Switzerland, markus.soland@sbb.ch

Next steps Need volunteers as Lead Editor Need volunteers for each section Confcall arrangements: Next November 7th (once a month) What are our expected timeline? (12 to 16 months) from Vicky to Everyone: Vicky Hailey -Canada from markus to Everyone: Markus Soland, Switzerland, markus.soland@sbb.ch

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