APEC / WCO Workshop on Data Model and UCR7-11 March 1 THE UNIQUE CONSIGNMENT REFERENCE (UCR) UCR

APEC / WCO Workshop on Data Model and UCR7-11 March Unique consignment reference number UCR Unique number assigned to goods, both for import and export. UCR1202 Consignment.Identifier WCO Data Set

APEC / WCO Workshop on Data Model and UCR7-11 March 3 Outline Scope The UCR basic model The order process Objectives Benefits Implementation Trade review Way Forward

APEC / WCO Workshop on Data Model and UCR7-11 March 4 Scope For all international consignments Used in ALL relevant communications Used as an access key for traceability and audit Unique, nationally and internationally Issued early in the supply chain Using ISO through 8 Registered with NEN e.g. Private enterprises National providers, GS1 Equivalent proprietary solutions (e.g. FEDEX, UPS, DHL)

APEC / WCO Workshop on Data Model and UCR7-11 March 5 UCR (Goods) Data Forwarder Data Carrier Data Transport to Carrier Data Carrier Shipment Data Forwarder Shipment Data Carrier Voyage Data Carrier Phase Trader Phase Forwarder Phase Trader Data (Supplier) Trader Data (Customer) PK = UCR PK = HWB or UCR PK = MWB or UCR FK = UCR FK = HWB UCR - Basic Model FK = HWB, where necessary

APEC / WCO Workshop on Data Model and UCR7-11 March 6 CustomerSupplier Customer recognizes need Framework Contract Exists Assign UCR Assign UCR, if no exist Raises an OrderReceives Order Check Credit Accepts Order Cancels Order Raises Order Change Records Acceptance of Change Prepare Order Records Acceptance Records Rejection Receives Order Change Accepts Order Change Cancels Order Records Cancellation Start of Order End

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11 OBJECTIVES Define a generic and flexible mechanism to cope with most common scenarios in International Trade Make maximal use of existing Supplier, Customer and Transport references Enable Customs authorities to facilitate legitimate International Trade Provide Customs with an efficient tool to exchange information between enforcement agencies

APEC / WCO Workshop on Data Model and UCR7-11 March 12 BENEFITS 1/2 Promoting safe and secure borders by providing enhanced access to information at time of release; Helps co-operating export and import Customs to offer authorized traders end-to-end premium procedures and simple integrated treatment of the total transaction; Enabling the processing of advance data; Contributing to rapid release;

APEC / WCO Workshop on Data Model and UCR7-11 March 13 BENEFITS 2/2 Helping in the management of the logistical chain and enhancing just-in-time operations; Eliminating redundant and repetitive data submitted by the carrier and the importer; Allows commercial and official contacts/enquiries at any point in the logistical chain; Reducing compliance costs

APEC / WCO Workshop on Data Model and UCR7-11 March 14 TRADE FEEDBACK Comments received from ICC, IATA, FIATA, TIACA, SITPRO, SWEPRO, IFPI, JIG, EAN and UPU Roles and responsibilities of the various parties along the trade chain UCR should be optional at manifest level; Carrier/ forwarder should not be responsible for assigning or reporting the UCR

APEC / WCO Workshop on Data Model and UCR7-11 March 15 IMPLEMENTATION Only after close consultation with trade Implementation will happen over time requiring flexibility from all parties Focus on eventual full implementation Customs and trade to adapt their long-term business and investment plans UCR part of WCO Data Model, hence simultaneous implementation recommended. Siemens implementation GS1 –AU-UK Pilot project –wine and Spirits Korea, Ghana

APEC / WCO Workshop on Data Model and UCR7-11 March 16 WAY FORWARD