Essential CTPAT Terminology Every Member Should Know
CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) can often feel like its own language and has a way of sounding intimidating when digging in....
CTPAT Compliance Made Easier: Common Evidence of Implementation Errors and How to Avoid Them
Evidence of Implementation also known as “EOI” is a critical part of applying for CTPAT as well as completing annual reviews and preparing for...
CTPAT Compliance Starts with Regular Facility Inspections
When companies think about the primary goal of CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism), which is to strengthen international supply...
Building a CTPAT Culture: More than a Checklist
When companies first decide to join CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism), they may view the initial application, annual reviews, and...
Beyond Compliance: CTPAT Best Practices
CTPAT (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) has always been guided by two core principles: voluntary participation and jointly developed...
CTPAT: Why Country Risk Maps Are Essential to Your Risk Assessment
In today’s global trade environment, understanding where potential threats to your supply chain lie is not just good practice—it is a standard...
Seal the Deal: Achieving Cargo Security and CTPAT Compliance with Proper Seal Procedures
Cargo security is crucial for maintaining an efficient and secure supply chain, protecting goods in transit from tampering, smuggling, and theft. The...
The Critical Role of Security Questionnaires for CTPAT Compliance
Properly vetting current and prospective Business Partners is essential for supply chain security and is one of the key requirements of participating...
Safeguarding Your Supply Chain with Cybersecurity and CTPAT
As a current or prospective CTPAT member, it's essential to exercise due diligence and maintain multi-layered security throughout your supply chain....
Uncovering Internal Conspiracies: The Hidden Risks You Need to Know
In the world of global logistics and supply chain management, the threat of internal conspiracies may lurk under the surface. Internal conspiracies...
CTPAT & Forced Labor: Understanding, Detecting, and Compliance
Every day, people worldwide are forced against their will to work or provide services through the use of force, fraud, or coercion. This is known as...
Combatting Money Laundering with CTPAT
In the world of international trade, there is a growing concern that is on the rise. Criminals and terrorist organizations are exploiting the...