Do it yourself or outsource?

Whether you're an exporter, trader or logistics service provider, deciding whether to manage customs declarations in-house or outsource them is a common dilemma. For logistics service providers, the question also arises: is this a service you want to offer to your customers? Several key questions often arise

• Time and cost: How much time and money will it take to prepare an customs/export declaration?
• Customs knowledge: Do we have the necessary customs expertise in-house to process declarations accurately?
• Responsibility and risk: Who bears the responsibility and potential risks/claims if there's an error in the declaration?

To help you make an informed decision, we've outlined three options side-by-side. This comparison highlights what each approach requires of your organisation in terms of time, knowledge, cost, and associated risks.

We thought so... No need for expensive software or a customs broker - do it yourself!