Business Partner Management Found as Top Challenge for CTPAT Companies

CTS’ study of the CTPAT program found that the biggest challenge for companies implementing CTPAT requirements was obtaining information from partners in their supply chain, which can include manufacturers of subcomponents, logistics partners, and even customs brokers.
CTPAT | Vetting Your Business Partners

These techniques proactively identify risks that CTPAT members can reduce through mitigation which supports the overall economic security of the United States.
Business partner vetting is a key element supporting your CTPAT security profile, so it’s essential to understand best practices in collecting information and assessing your business partners.