CIL provides accredited CTPAT security audit/inspection services in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. CIL is the only accredited inspection agency in India to conduct CTPAT security audits. CIL is an ISO 17020 accredited inspection agency. Contact us for CTPAT certification services in India. For carriers, you must seek and retain the CTPAT certificate. This shows due diligence by keeping your own files and this is vital when validating your C TPAT status. For IT and technology access, you can use your C TPAT manual alongside any technology control plans you may have for export control purposes. You must keep all documents, including a wide plan to avoid sharing any controlled technology with authorized people. Keeping proof of internal audits and reviews is a must to ensure all procedures are in place and being followed. For physical access, you should keep card swipe records near to your CTPAT records, photos of security and barriers, copies of truck drivers licenses, videos of validation of those granted access to your facilities, and visitor procedures, and these records should be sealed in containers. What Are the CTPAT Benefits? As mentioned previously, the CTPAT program is a voluntary support program. But there are many benefits of joining this program, and these benefits can help your business overcome a range of challenges. The benefits of the CTPAT program include, Playing an active role in the war against terrorism. A reduced number of CBP inspections. Priority processing for CBP inspections. Eligibility to attend C TPAT training lectures. Prerequisite for participation in the importer self assessment program. Penalty mitigation under certain circumstances. Assigned a security consultant and a supply chain specialist. Tier III importers allowed block designation application to DHS Safety Act. Exporters who allow CBP to share information with other customer agencies gain reduced inspections upon arrival in certain countries. Access to Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes at various land borders (Michigan, New York, Washington, and at southern border ports from California to Texas). How Does My Business Get CTPAT Certified? C TPAT is voluntary and there are no costs associated with joining this program and getting. Also, a company does not need an intermediary in order to apply to the program and work with CBP. The application and CTPAT certification process is easy and can be completed online. Firstly, a company needs to review the C TPAT Minimum Security Criteria to ensure their business is eligible for the program. Secondly, the company should submit the application via the C TPAT Portal and agree to participate. Thirdly, the company must complete a supply chain security profile, and this explains how the company is currently meeting C TPATs security criteria. Therefore, a risk assessment is also necessary. Lastly, the C TPAT program has up to 90 days to certify the company into the program or to reject the application. Once certified, the company will be validated within a year of certification. The CTPAT certification means that your business has been approved and meets CTPATs minimum security criteria. What Is a CTPAT Audit? A CTPAT audit is a risk based assessment of your current level of supply chain security. The audit will help you improve the security of your supply chain, and verify whether or not you are CTPAT compliant. It typically consists of the major aspects that make up supply chain security, such as, Vital Items, Container Security, Physical Security, Information Technology, Conveyance Security, Physical Access Controls, Procedural Security, Security Training and Threat Awareness. Once the audit of your supply chain is complete, you will receive a final report from the third party that will provide you with an in depth understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of your supply chain security. This report includes a way to address any weaknesses, as well as a corrective action plan.