EXPORTERS
Reduce Document overload and get back your time!
Overview
Exporters play a critical role in international trade by facilitating the movement of goods across borders. One of the key responsibilities of exporters is to ensure that their shipments comply with the customs regulations of both the exporting and importing countries. This involves preparing and submitting various documents, obtaining necessary permits and licenses, and paying any applicable duties or taxes.
A reliance on paper-based processes can lead to inefficiencies and bottlenecks in the export supply chain. Documents may get lost or misplaced, leading to delays in customs clearance and delivery. Exporters may also face challenges in coordinating with other parties involved in the export process, often leading to unnecessary time and expsense.
Challenges Due to Lack of Automation and Digitisation
Manual Processes and Document Overload:
- Paperwork Management: Dealing with extensive paperwork for each export shipment, risking errors and consuming valuable time.
- Data Entry Demands: Engaging in repetitive data entry tasks across various systems, leading to inefficiencies and potential errors.
Fragmented Systems and Integration Issues:
- Integration Challenges: Navigating disjointed systems for export customs clearance tasks, causing delays and increasing the risk of data discrepancies.
- Data Transfer Hurdles: Manually transferring information between systems and stakeholders, risking miscommunication and delays.
Navigating Regulatory Complexities Independently:
- Regulatory Adherence: Keeping up with export regulations and requirements across different countries without automated support, requiring constant attention to ensure compliance.
- Manual Updates Burden: Tracking and implementing regulatory changes manually, posing challenges and increasing the risk of non-compliance.
Communication Challenges as an Independent Exporter:
- Stakeholder Coordination: Handling communication independently with shippers, carriers, customs authorities, and other stakeholders, risking delays and miscommunication.
- Limited Real-Time Insights: Lack of digital tools for real-time information on shipment status, customs clearance progress, and regulatory changes, impacting responsiveness and decision-making.
Benefits
- Immediate Cost Savings
- Faster Customs Clearance
- Improved Compliance
- Reduced Error Rates
- Full Process Auditability
- Increased Efficiency
- 24/7 Availaibility
Let us change the way you think about customs clearance
faqs
Frequently Asked Questions.
Find out more about working with Azarc to simplify your customs clearance processes
Our system is designed to be as easy to use for operators. There is an initial set up so we can integrate with your systems but our team will work with you to help guide this process.
Our aim is to make the process of creating customs declarations as easy as sending an email. When you go live with our system, you'll see the benefits immediately, allowing you to focus on what is important in your business.
As our system is cloud based, there is absolutely no need to install software locally. Meaning as your business grows and scales, we will be right there with you to help automate your customs clearances
Currently we specialise in handling trade into the UK and will launch our US service in early 2025. We are accredited by HMRC and are connected into the CCS import platform. So if you are importing or exporting to the UK, we can help save you time and money on your customs clearances.
If you have specific countries you import and export too, please contact [email protected]
Yes. We are able to manage Air, Sea and Road freight movements.
"Azarc innovates through automation to remove friction from supply chains and increase efficiency while reducing costs."
