1. EMBRACE THE 4TH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

2. E-certification
SPS agreement Annex C, Article 8 Control, Inspection and Approval Procedures meets the Trade Facilitation Agreement - Undue delays
Codex Alimentarius - Discussion papers & EWG guidance on paperless electronic certification – CCFICS24 draft (STDF work on SPS e-Cert –IPPC E-Phyto project)
Compatibility with other electronic initiatives that facilitate trade - World Customs Organization “Single Window” initiative
E-certification - not a scanned or pdf version but an equivalent of a paper certificate
Traceability
Verification of authenticity
Integrity, Efficiency; minimize potential fraud
Simplify clearance at POE
Infrastructure considerations

3. E-certification & Risk management
Traceability and Better evaluation of risks
TRACES (Trade Control and Expert System) – EU (NRCS uses this platform for fishery products exports)
E-portals for facilitating the issuance of imports/exports permits - Rwanda (RALIS)
PREDICT (Predictive Risk-based Evaluation for Dynamic Import Compliance Targeting) – USA - Facilitate automated releases
Benefits:
Ability to address certification problems in advance of commodity arrival
Ability to prioritize activities in advance of commodity arrival

4. Challenges ahead in the digital era
Single digital database for inspection records and tracking
Easier data access – aids smart regulations
Factor E-commerce topic into risk analysis

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