1. Single Submission Portal – the trade driven version of Single Window
Project main-Leader: Ibrahima DIAGNE,
Project co-leader: Kepeng LI,

2. Contents Background Challenges Requirements Examples of SSP Benefits
Project scope
Deliverables
Proposed outline
Next step

3. Background
UN/CEFACT has worked on Single Window topics since the early s.
Single Windows are defined in Rec 33.
As underlined in the recent UN/CEFACT “Technical Note on Terminology for Single Window and Other Electronic Platforms,” this definition implies five key elements ( The parties involved in trade and transport ,  Standardized information and documents,  Single entry point,  Fulfilling regulatory requirements, Single submission of individual data)
So, the platform itself should have a clear government mandate in order to be considered a national single window.
Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

4. Challenges with national single window
Implementation of a national single window is not an easy task.
It involves strong engagement of all government agencies.
It takes years to render the trade facilitation measures promised to traders and agencies.
Some countries don’t have national single window yet.
Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

5. What is Single Submission Portal
Exclusive on the market for all of this type of operator
Standardized information and documents
Government mandate for Single Entry Point
Regulatory processes
Single submission of individual data elements
Single Window
Must be
Must have
Must include
Single Submission Portal
Can be
Can have
Can include
Should be
Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.
Extracted from: Technical Note on Terminology for Single Window and Other Electronic Platforms.

6. Requirements for Single Submission Portal
Private sectors can provide Single Submission Portal and do not necessarily wait for national single window to be fully implemented.
MSEs (micro and small-medium enterprises) are able to immediately reap the benefits.
Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

7. Examples of Single Submission Portals: PCS
Port Community System (PCS). A Port Community System usually defines itself as a neutral and open electronic platform enabling intelligent and secure exchange of information between public and private stakeholders in order to improve the competitive position of the sea and air ports’ communities (sometimes referred to as Port User Groups).
Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

8. Examples of Single Submission Portal: CCS
A Cargo Community System (CCS) : An information technology platform linked to the freight flows (import/export /transit) of any kind of cargo passing through identified port, airport, or multimodal site(s) at a local or national level. A CCS is open to all parties involved in cargo freight and logistics including customs administrations.
Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

9. Examples of Single Submission Portal: ITIS
ITIS. International Trade Integrated Service (ITIS) Platforms can assemble the service providers and service partners (such as customs broker, freight forwarding, logistics service providers, warehouses, export agencies, banks, insurance companies, law firms, etc.) to provide MSMEs professional international trade services, such as clearance, tax refund, foreign exchange settlement, logistics, insurance, financing, legal advice and so on.
Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

10. Benefits of Single Submission Portals
For government:
More effective governance at lower cost.
Improve the competitiveness of cross-border trade of MSMEs, because SSP provides all services and competencies that only large scale companies can provide.
For traders:
Faster clearance
Increased compliance
Less inspections
Fewer personnel
Lower logistics and operating costs
Trade facilitation
Insert one slide, what was the scope from the SC27 group meeting? – We have requirements. Next steps: propose scope, ask contributions for the scope.

11. Project scope
The project will look at the potential stakeholders, the services such systems can provide and potential management responsibilities. The initial focus will be on a national environment of data exchange only. It will provide guidance on these points and general recommendation for facilitating the implementation of such systems.
Particular attention will be focused on benefits and needs of micro­enterprises and small­medium enterprises.
from Vicky to Everyone:
Vicky Hailey -Canada
from markus to Everyone:
Markus Soland, Switzerland,

12. Project scope
The project proposes to study different forms of Single Submission Portals including e­Commerce platforms, International Trade Integrated Service (ITIS) Platforms, Port Community Systems, Cargo Community Systems, Data Pipelines or Interorganizational Operating Information Systems.
Finally, this project will propose how such Single Submission Portals can provide the same or similar trade facilitation mechanisms as a National Single Window. Some countries may want to use such systems as a viable alternative to a National Single Window and rely on such systems as an alternative to their WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement requirements.
from Vicky to Everyone:
Vicky Hailey -Canada
from markus to Everyone:
Markus Soland, Switzerland,

13. Project deliverables and Exit Criteria
The project deliverables are:
a)  Recommendation on Single Submission Portals
b)  Guidelines on Single Submission Portals
c)  Single Submission Portals ‘Case Study Repository’ submission template and initial contributions
Exit criteria:
Recommendation on Single Submission Portals
Internal and external review logs showing how comments have been addressed
Final draft text ready for publication
Guidelines on Single Submission Portals
Single Submission Portals ‘Case Study Repository’ submission template and initial contributions
Gathering and review of case studies completed
from Vicky to Everyone:
Vicky Hailey -Canada
from markus to Everyone:
Markus Soland, Switzerland,

14. Recommendation Outline
Challenges
What is Single Submission Portal
The need for Single Submission Portal
Services provided by Single Submission Portal
Benefits for Single Submission Portal
Guidance to establish a Single Submission Portal
Introduction of different SSPs
PCS (Port Community System)
CCS (Cargo Community System)
ITIS (International Trade Integrated Service)
Conclusions and recommendations
from Vicky to Everyone:
Vicky Hailey -Canada
from markus to Everyone:
Markus Soland, Switzerland,

15. Next steps Need volunteers as Lead Editor
Need volunteers for each section
Confcall arrangements: Next November 7th (once a month)
What are our expected timeline? (12 to 16 months)
from Vicky to Everyone:
Vicky Hailey -Canada
from markus to Everyone:
Markus Soland, Switzerland,

16. Thank you!