Customs procedures connect documentary, fiscal and operational information. Managing them with the shipment helps prevent misalignment, reduce handoffs and address anomalies quickly.
Customs inside EPM coordination
EPM handles customs clearance in-house and advises on documentation, tariffs and compliance requirements for imports and exports.
Import
Formalities coordinated with arrival, warehousing and delivery.
Export
Document flow reviewed before cargo departure.
Advice
Support on procedures, documents and applicable requirements.
Why connect customs and transport
When the forwarder and customs function work in the same flow, cargo, route and document information can be coordinated before it becomes an operational issue.
- One contact for transport and formalities.
- Earlier review of available information.
- Faster response to document requests.
- Continuity across arrival, clearance, storage and delivery.
Prepare earlier. Clear sooner.
Collect
Invoices, packing lists, origin and cargo information.
Review
Information checks and requirement identification.
Process
Formalities coordinated with arrival or departure.
Continue
Connection to warehousing, transport and delivery.