EBTI (European Binding Tariff Information): Greater Certainty in Tariff Classification
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To ensure that foreign trade complies with the law, companies must classify goods correctly. The responsibility for determining the correct customs tariff number always lies with the company itself. But what if customs offices or other authorities repeatedly question your decision? In such cases, you can protect yourself with EBTI. In this article, you’ll learn who needs a binding customs tariff ruling and when, how to apply for one, and how to manage binding customs tariff rulings in SAP.
Export controls within a company: the 4 pillars explained simply +checklist
For many companies, export control is an essential part of trade compliance. Complex supply chains, geopolitical developments and increasing regulatory requirements mean that exports must be carefully scrutinised. Even the smallest errors can lead to delivery delays, fines or compliance risks. In practice, the so-called ‘four-pillar assessment’ has established itself as a structured approach. In this article, you will learn what this involves and how you can organise export controls efficiently within your company.
Replacing SAP LE-TRA: 7 challenges on the path to future-proof transport logistics
Many companies are currently in the process of replacing SAP LE-TRA. The success of the project does not depend solely on the choice of successor solution: established processes, carrier integrations and specific requirements mean that the transition involves far more than simply changing systems. In this article, you will learn about the challenges companies most frequently encounter when replacing SAP LE-TRA and what is key to overcoming them.
Transport Management in SAP: Processes, Challenges & Best Practices
Transport logistics faces major challenges: supply chains are becoming more complex, customers expect ever-shorter delivery times, and companies must cope with rising transport costs. At the same time, the number of available transport service providers is growing. In this article, you will learn what modern transport management in SAP looks like, what role SAP systems play in managing transport processes, and how companies benefit from integrating their transport service providers.
Sanctions list screening: Identifying risks & ensuring trade compliance
Sanctions list checks: Identifying risks & ensuring trade compliance. The key points at a glance.
EU Customs Reform: Developments Companies Should Keep An Eye On
The EU is working on the biggest customs reform since the introduction of the customs union. The aim is to create a more data-driven, digital and Europe-wide harmonised customs system. The common goal is to make customs processes more digital, more efficient and more harmonised across Europe.
Trade Compliance in SAP: The key areas of review for secure and efficient foreign trade processes
Trade compliance is becoming increasingly challenging due to rising regulatory requirements, complex supply chains, and geopolitical developments. Companies must effectively manage numerous audit processes simultaneously to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with the law. In this article, you’ll learn which areas of trade compliance auditing are particularly important, what challenges arise in this context, and how these processes can be efficiently managed directly within SAP.
SAP Clean Core with Mercoline: Fully integrated solutions without modifying the SAP standard
Geopolitical conflicts, rising costs and dependence on individual markets are forcing many companies to redefine their sales markets and supply chains. Global supply chains are under pressure, and nearshoring is coming into focus. The modernised trade agreement between the EU and Mexico creates new opportunities. New markets are opening up for companies.
CPSC eFiling 2026: Companies need to be aware of these new US import requirements now
Geopolitical conflicts, rising costs and dependence on individual markets are forcing many companies to redefine their sales markets and supply chains. Global supply chains are under pressure, and nearshoring is coming into focus. The modernised trade agreement between the EU and Mexico creates new opportunities. New markets are opening up for companies.
EU-Mexico Trade Agreement 2026: Opportunities businesses should seize now
Geopolitical conflicts, rising costs and dependence on individual markets are forcing many companies to redefine their sales markets and supply chains. Global supply chains are under pressure, and nearshoring is coming into focus. The modernised trade agreement between the EU and Mexico creates new opportunities. New markets are opening up for companies.