CIL provides accredited C-TPAT security audit/inspection services in Mangalore, Karnataka, India. CIL is the only accredited inspection agency in India to conduct C-TPAT security audits. CIL is an ISO 17020 accredited inspection agency. An organization may select a dedicated internal team or hire an outside consulting organization to perform the tasks listed below, keeping in mind the eight areas of the CTPAT assessment. The team should review current documented and undocumented policies, procedures, and any security programs in place. The organization may hire additional staff for the review and implementation. Map cargo flows and supply chains, Conduct threat assessments, Identify security vulnerabilities and weaknesses and rate them Prepare an action plan to address security weaknesses. Document risk assessment, audit, and annual review procedures. The assessment includes interviews with those responsible for the various areas of security and a walk though of physical distribution and corporate facilities, including those of outside organizations in the importers supply chain. Once an organization has its as is map and has identified the gaps to reaching CTPAT status, it can begin implementing needed training and enhancing its processes. Weighing the ROI of CTPAT Investment. The three greatest CTPAT implementation costs incurred by importers were, Improving or implementing physical security, averaging 15,000 dollar. Improving or implementing IT systems/database development, averaging dollor12,500. Salaries and expenses of personnel hired or contracted specifically to implement and/or manage the CTPAT program, averaging dollor12,000. Maintaining CTPAT included, Salaries and expenses of personnel hired/contracted specifically for implementation of CTPAT, approximately dollar 7,500. Improving or implementing use of security personnel, at dollor5,100. Improving or implementing physical security, at dollor3,000. The CBP offers three tiers of certification, Tier One Certified C TPAT member,5 to 8 times fewer exams than non C TPAT importers. Lower level of random compliance measurement examinations. Access to FAST (Free and Secure Trade Program) lanes on land borders, including expedited cargo processing. If container is selected for exam, it will receive priority and be moved to front of the line. Tier Two Minimum criteria has been met and validated. Same benefits as Tier One. Twice the risks core reduction. Tier Three Exceeds minimum security standards (validated)and adopted best practices. Benefits of Tiers One and Two, True "green lane" treatment with no or infrequent security inspections. In case container is picked, it receives priority and moves in front of the exam line. Why should I get my Company Audited by CDG for C TPAT? CDG Inspection Services Pvt Ltd provides methods /Audits/Reviews to better manage, and improve on shipment related data, and can help businesses achieve C TPAT status. With a potential for fines, maintaining compliance is important. We perform supply chain security audits against all Customs Trade Partnership against Terrorism (C TPAT) global and regional requirements, including the updated Minimum Security Requirements taking effect in 2020. C TPAT New Criteria, Management Commitment to a Culture of Security. Cyber security and Protection from Social Engineering Threats. Agricultural Security. Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing.