Are you managing Import Entry Declarations? There is a very useful tool on the BIFA website: “The Good Practice Toolbox“.
If you are negotiating with a new client, draw up an agreement ensuring the requirements of both parties are understood. BIFA has published a due diligence guide to the checks which are advisable. It is recommended to run these checks prior to undertaking any shipments for them.
Compliance requires a multi-layered approach, ensuring that all the following have been satisfactorily checked :
- Policies
- Processes
- Client due diligence checks
- Agreements
- Staff Training
- Risk Assessments
- Legal Responsibilities
The newly updated Border Operating Model has been issued and can be found using this link https://www.bifa.org/media/4536572/bordersopmodel.pdf .