Advanced Cargo Information (ACI) Platform Services

What is ACI (Advanced Cargo Information)?

The Advanced Cargo Information (ACI) system is a modern, pre-clearance platform designed to empower government agencies by ensuring cargo data transparency and regulatory compliance before shipments arrive. ACI systems enable customs authorities to review and verify documentation in advance, strengthening border security and optimizing trade processes through early risk assessment and automated verification.

ACI is also referred to as ACD (Advanced Cargo Declaration). In some contexts, it is comparable to the ECTN (Electronic Cargo Tracking Note), as both aim to streamline the process of tracking and managing cargo shipments. These systems contribute significantly to efficient customs operations by reducing delays, minimizing risks, and ensuring compliance with international trade standards.

Key Benefits of ACI:

ACI Platform for Government Needs

Empowering Governments to Combat Fraud and Streamline Processes with Our AI-Driven Solutions

At SCK Representation, we’ve been a trusted leader in African trade documentation since 2001, serving as the exclusive authorized agent for numerous West African Transportation Councils. From our roots in Turkey to our current presence across the Middle East, Europe, and Africa, we partner with governments to implement robust, AI-driven ACI solutions that enhance customs operations. With over two decades of experience serving more than 25 African countries and providing technological infrastructure for ECTN platforms, our platform integrates seamlessly with national systems, enabling effective oversight, streamlined document handling, and real-time data insights that improve operational efficiency and enforcement accuracy.

Global Reach: Where Our ACI Platforms are Implemented

Advanced Technical Features

Why Partner with SCK Representation for ACI?

SCK Representation’s ACI solution is tailored for government agencies, focusing on compliance, security, and operational efficiency. Our distinctive advantages include:

• African Market Expertise: Specialized knowledge in serving over 25 African countries.
• Extensive Solutions: From ECTN certificates to ACI compliance, providing end-to-end solutions.
• Customer-Centric Support: Dedicated assistance tailored to specific government requirements.
• Cost Optimization: Reduce operational costs through predictive insights and automated processes.
• Supply Chain Visibility: Enhanced monitoring and management capabilities for complete cargo oversight.

The Dual Challenge of Modern Customs: Speed vs. Security

Contemporary Customs Administrations operate under a critical dual mandate: to facilitate rapid trade while simultaneously preventing revenue leakage (primarily through undervalued goods) and combating illicit trade (a direct security threat). A significant obstacle in this mission is the reliance on traditional, paper-based ECTN/BESC certificates. These documents are inherently vulnerable to fraud, forgery, and human error, creating processing bottlenecks and security gaps that hinder both efficiency and compliance.

The SCK Solution: A Digital Bridge for Customs Intelligence

SCK delivers a comprehensive, cloud-based Advanced Cargo Information (ACI) ecosystem designed to directly address this challenge. We digitize the end-to-end Electronic Cargo Tracking Note (ECTN/BESC) process, transforming it from a manual, paper-reliant system into a seamless, automated data pipeline.

SCK acts as your global technological bridge, aggregating and validating shipment data from exporters worldwide. This verified data is then delivered directly into the Customs Administration’s Risk Management System (RMS) as pre-arrival cargo intelligence, long before the vessel departs or arrives at port.

Key Benefits for Customs Administrations

1. Guaranteed Revenue Assurance & Fraud Prevention

• Stop Undervaluation: Our platform validates declared freight values and cargo details against global benchmarks and algorithms prior to certificate issuance, flagging discrepancies for review.

• Direct Revenue Stream: SCK manages the global collection of processing fees and ensures the transparent, prompt remission of the government’s revenue share.

• Zero Document Leakage: Digital, cryptographically seccure certificates eliminate the risks of forgery, duplication, or alteration inherent to paper-based systems.

2. Next-Generation, Data-Driven Risk Management

• Pre-Arrival Intelligence: Gain visibility into key manifest data (Shipper, Consignee, HS Codes, Declared Values) weeks in advance, enabling proactive risk assessment.

• Seamless RMS Integration: The SCK platform is API-ready, designed for direct integration with major customs systems like ASYCUDA, MSW, and other national Single Window environments.

• Enhanced Targeting Efficiency: Empower your officers to focus physical inspections solely on algorithmically flagged “High-Risk” shipments, optimizing resource allocation.

3. Built on WCO Standards & Global Compliance

• WCO Data Model Alignment: Our data collection framework is built in alignment with the World Customs Organization (WCO) Data Model, ensuring interoperability and seamless data exchange with national systems.

• Global Verification Network: With operational hubs in key export regions (Turkey, China, UAE, Europe), SCK ensures complance is verified and enforced at the port of loading, shifting the compliance burden upstream.

The SCK Implementation Model: Zero Cost to Government

SCK’s partnership model is designed for rapid, barrier-free adoption by Customs Administrations:

• No CAPEX Requirement: SCK provides the complete software solution, secure cloud hosting, and dedicated global support team at zero initial cost to the government.

• Shipper-Funded Operational Cost: The system is sustained by a nominal, regulated processing fee paid by the exporter/shipper at the origin point.

• Rapid Deployment: Leveraging a cloud-native architecture, SCK can achieve full system rollout and interation in under 40 days, minimizing disruption and accelerating time-to-value.

Keywords for Search & Context: Customs Technology, ECTN Digitization, BESC Solution, ACI System, Pre-Arrival Data, Risk Management System (RMS), Revenue Assurance, Customs Fraud Prevention, WCO Data Model, ASYCUDA Integration, Single Window, Zero-Cost Government Model, Supply Chain Security, Cargo Tracking Note.

Aligning with Government Trade and Security Objectives

Our ACI platform aligns with government objectives to enhance trade security, reduce illicit activities, and promote streamlined processes for legal trade. By ensuring that cargo documentation is pre-verified and compliant, customs authorities can focus on strategic tasks that safeguard the countries’ economic interests. The platform supports both security and trade facilitation goals through intelligent risk management.

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