1. Prodcom list

2. Do we need a separate Prodcom list?
Yes:
It is fit for purpose
Not all respondents are familiar with other classification like CN
What would be the alternative?
Also user needs have to be considered
No:
Too detailed
Respondents would benefit of just one classification (CN?)
Respondents are familiar with CN

3. How detailed this list should be?
The list is a compromise: it is a minimum standard which allows each MS to report its own specificities (national aspects)
Should be simplified: there are areas which are too detailed
CPA could be sufficient level
Problems with confidentiality: issue for smaller MS

4. Can we have a Prodcom list which is stable over a larger period of time?
Stability preferred in general
Dependency on CN annual changes
Often only few changes in Prodcom list => should the changes in CN be incorporated in Prodcom list also annually? Can they be done every 2 or 3 years?
Limited impact: only few respondents affected by annual changes of Prodcom
More stability can be gained only if CPA and/or HS change triggers the revision of Prodcom list (~ every 5 years)

5. Can the consistency with the CN/CPA be improved?
Consistency is desirable
Not clear how to achieve it
General issue of consistency in classifications: cannot be solved by Prodcom only

6. Which tools and information can facilitate for enterprises the process of reporting?
Key words
Search tools
Pre-filled questionnaires
Reference tables
Alphabetical index