Creation of tariff lists

Würth Business Services offers a wide range of the Logistics Support services to ensure a seamless experience of shipment delivery for companies within the Würth Group. We aim to accelerate logistical operations by assisting Logistics teams in executing various processes. We have a team of experienced and well-trained professionals who excel in handling non-core processes.

Among many processes, Creation of Tariff Lists is one of them. In this process, we provide a detailed information about each material such as price, net weight, and others for customs clearance. A tariff list is a part of shipping documents that facilitate the inspection process. Moreover, it plays an important role in occurrence of any unfortunate events such as shipment damage or accident.

Work Flow
Benefits
Transition

Work Flow

WORK FLOW OF THE PROCESS

  • 01. Receiving

    Receiving documents such as invoice and packing lists from the suppliers in the Transport Management Information System (TMIS) portal

  • 02. Enter

    Enter the invoice orders in SAP and export data in excel format, which is a loading list of that particular invoice.

  • 03. Create

    Create a packing list in excel along with correct product names. Create a pivot table

  • 04. Add

    Add pallet costs and discounts if mentioned in the invoice

  • 05. Upload

    Upload the completed loading list in the TMIS portal

Benefits

Value-added

BENEFITS OF OUR CUSTOMERS

Inspect the shipments thoroughly

Check the shipment load to ensure shipment security and transport

Beneficial in case of any unfortunate events such as an accident or damage to the shipment

Transition

TIME TAKEN FOR TRANSITION

Step 1

Analysis of requirements – 2 Weeks

Step 2

Documentation – 1 Week

Step 3

Transfer – 1 Week

Step 4

Step-by-step implementation – 2 Weeks

For more assistance in understanding the transition process, kindly get in touch with us at contact-wbs@wuerth-industrie.com

Case study:

Executing Creation of Tariff Lists for Efficient Customs Clearance


Introduction:

In the realm of international trade and shipping, accurate documentation is crucial for smooth customs clearance and effective risk management. Our customer, Würth Industrie Service GmbH & Co. KG, recognized the need for executing the Creation of Tariff Lists process. We executed this process by providing a detailed information about each material, including price and net weight, for customs clearance purposes. The tariff list serves as a vital component of shipping documents, facilitating inspection processes and playing a crucial role in the event of unfortunate incidents.

In the realm of international trade and shipping, accurate documentation is crucial for smooth customs clearance and effective risk management. Our customer, Würth Industrie Service GmbH & Co. KG, recognized the need for executing the Creation of Tariff Lists process. We executed this process by providing a detailed information about each material, including price and net weight, for customs clearance purposes. The tariff list serves as a vital component of shipping documents, facilitating inspection processes and playing a crucial role in the event of unfortunate incidents.

Problem:

Our customer faced challenges in efficiently creating accurate tariff lists to facilitate customs clearance and mitigate risks associated with shipping. Moreover, the customer needed to invest a lot of time in executing the process. Moreover, there were possibilities of potential errors in document creation, delays in customs procedures, and difficulties in addressing unforeseen events. This inefficiency hindered the company's ability to streamline international trade operations and manage potential risks effectively.

Solution:

Recognizing the need to enhance their Creation of Tariff Lists process, we adopted a systematic approach to improve document accuracy and streamline customs clearance. We implemented a meticulous process to compile accurate and detailed information for each article. This manual process involved gathering data related to prices, net weights, and other relevant attributes.

We utilized the Transport Management Information System (TMIS) portal to compile the data in a centralized portal. Upon compiling the required information, we manually created comprehensive tariff lists for customs clearance purposes. These lists provided essential data to facilitate efficient inspections and address potential incidents effectively.

Results:

The changes implemented in the manual Creation of Tariff Lists process led to significant improvements in customs clearance efficiency and risk management for Würth Industrie Service GmbH & Co. KG. The key results included:

1. Streamlined Customs Procedures: By employing a meticulous information compilation approach, the company achieved a reduction in customs clearance delays. Accurate and comprehensive tariff lists facilitated efficient inspections and reduced procedural bottlenecks.

2. Effective Risk Mitigation: The manual creation of detailed tariff lists played a significant role in effective risk management. In the event of unfortunate incidents such as shipment damage or accidents, the comprehensive tariff lists provided essential data to address challenges promptly.

3. Improved Trade Operations: With accurate and reliable tariff lists, our customer experienced an increase in trade operation efficiency. This improved international business interactions and strengthened relationships with partners.

4. Time Savings: Our approach led to significant time savings per month. We saved nearly 363 hours for our customer in a month. This saved time can be utilized for executing different core operations.

Conclusion:

The manual Creation of Tariff Lists led to accurate customs clearance and effective risk management in international trade. By implementing a meticulous information compilation and tariff list creation process, we successfully improved customs clearance efficiency, risk mitigation, and trade operation effectiveness. While automation was not involved, the results highlight the value of a well-executed Tariff List creation process in maintaining efficient trade operations and minimizing potential challenges.

Transfer the Creation of Tariff Lists process.