Export Compliance | Descartes
Simplify Export Compliance and Support Business Growth
Take the complexity out of export compliance with tools designed to streamline processes, minimize export control risks, and enhance global trade performance. Gain confidence with accurate export classifications, export license management, and controlled goods tracking.
Combine Multiple Steps in the Export Compliance Process into One Seamless Workflow
Descartes provides an easy-to-use platform to streamline export documentation, meet export license requirements, and manage compliance for controlled goods—including deemed exports and hand-carried items—with greater accuracy and fewer resources.
Export License Management
Save time and effort with a centralized, multi-jurisdiction export license management system.
Export Documentation Manager
Prepare export forms faster and prevent shipment delays caused by incomplete or incorrect information.
Controlled Technology Manager
Safeguard your organization and support national security efforts with increased visibility into controlled technology.
Export Classification Workflow
Classify products as dual or military use and identify import & export tariffs with an all-in-one solution for the U.S. and EU.
Optimize your export compliance program with Descartes' AI-powered capabilities
- Built-in export compliance verification to screen for denied parties, export controls, and export license requirements
- Detailed reporting with automated recordkeeping of decision-making for due diligence purposes
- Configurable templates with prepopulated forms and other documents, and ability to create your own
- Automated customizable alerts help to ensure shipments go out with valid export documentation
- Broad integration options with ERPs, major business platforms, and proprietary systems to synchronize data
- Informative dashboards showcase the status of trade compliance activities across the organization
Turning Export Compliance Challenges to Strategic Advantages for Global Trade Businesses
"Descartes has managed to save us nearly 28,000 man-hours per year, and reduce our export compliance risk exposure. The initial feedback from the employees was, ‘this is awesome. This is a huge improvement, we love it’..."
ERIC WALLACE
Corporate Export Compliance Manager, Reliance Steel and Aluminum Co.
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Export Compliance Frequently Asked Questions
What is export compliance? Why is it important? Export compliance involves adhering to laws, regulations, and international trade agreements governing the export of goods, services, and technology to ensure that transactions do not violate national security, economic, or trade policies. Non-compliance can result in severe penalties, including fines, loss of export privileges, reputational damage, and even criminal charges. It also helps businesses avoid shipping delays and ensures smooth international trade operations.
What tasks should be prioritized in an export compliance checklist? Prioritizing tasks in an export compliance checklist depends on the specific nature of your business, the industry, and the countries involved. However, it's essential to focus on tasks that address the most critical aspects of export control and risk management:
- Regularly screening customers, suppliers, and business partners against government watch lists.
- Identifying the correct export classifications for goods under Schedule B, HS codes, or the Commerce Control List (CCL).
- Determining if an export license is required for a transaction. Applying for and tracking export licenses.
- Ensuring export documentation compliance: Prepare accurate export declarations and shipping documents.
- Restricting access to sensitive controlled technologies and data to authorized personnel.
- Monitoring and auditing export compliance activities.
- Developing response plans for denied shipments or potential export compliance violations.
- Staying informed about changing and emerging export regulations and adjusting processes accordingly.
- Providing employees with regular training on export compliance responsibilities and changes in regulations.
What regulations should I be aware of for export compliance? Key regulations include the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and other similar laws in other jurisdictions. Descartes advanced software enables businesses to manage export compliance across multiple regions and jurisdictions.
What is deemed export? A deemed export occurs when controlled technology, software, or information is released to a foreign national, even if they reside within the U.S. **
How does export compliance software help businesses? Solutions like Descartes Export Compliance Software reduce manual effort, minimize human errors, ensure accurate recordkeeping, speed up processes, and help prevent costly penalties.
What features should I look for in export compliance software?
- Denied party screening
- Export license management
- Automated re-screening
- Audit trails and reporting
- Integration with ERP, CRM, HR, and other business systems
- Support for multi-jurisdiction regulations (e.g., U.S., EU)
Is Descartes export compliance software suitable for small businesses? Yes, Descartes' solutions are modular and scalable, designed to enable businesses of all sizes to pick and choose the functionality that suits their immediate needs.
What is the ROI of using export compliance software? Businesses save time, reduce errors, avoid penalties, and improve operational efficiency, resulting in measurable cost savings and faster trade processes.
Additional Resources
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White Paper: Guide to Managing Export Licenses
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