Strengthening Supply Chain Security for US Imports
The Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) program, managed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is a voluntary initiative designed to enhance global trade security. Certified members benefit from reduced inspections, faster customs clearance, and increased credibility with international partners.
BQCIS C-TPAT Security Audits assess compliance with the CBP Minimum Security Criteria (MSC) across key domains: business partner screening, container integrity, facility access control, personnel vetting, IT security, and physical protection measures.
Our auditors conduct detailed gap assessments and readiness reviews for importers, manufacturers, logistics providers, and carriers. The process helps organizations achieve or maintain C-TPAT certification and build trusted, resilient supply chains aligned with global security standards.
Key C-TPAT Audit Activities
Key Benefits of C-TPAT Compliance & Audits
Expedited Customs Clearance
Members benefit from reduced inspections and faster cargo processing at U.S. ports, lowering transit times and costs.
Enhanced Supply Chain Security
Strengthens physical and procedural controls across global facilities and logistics partners to prevent tampering or smuggling.
Improved Business Partner Standing
C-TPAT-certified entities are preferred by importers and major U.S. retailers as secure and reliable trade partners.
Strengthened Risk Management
Enables early identification of security gaps, ensuring continuous improvement and resilience in the global supply chain.
Success Story
Pre-Validation Audit Prepares Manufacturer for C-TPAT Success
A Latin American manufacturer supplying multiple U.S. importers sought to qualify for C-TPAT but lacked formal documentation and facility controls aligned with MSC.
BQCIS performed a full C-TPAT readiness audit assessing policy documentation, cargo integrity protocols, and personnel security. Our team guided corrective actions and conducted training workshops for compliance teams.
Within six months, the manufacturer implemented all recommended security measures and passed the CBP validation on the first attempt—achieving full C-TPAT certification and reduced shipment delays.