2013 C-TPAT Supply Chain Security Advanced Training
(For C-TPAT Certified Companies Only)
This intensive 2-day training is geared towards training C-TPAT Points of Contact for companies on everything C-TPAT. Attendees will learn about the U.S. Customs – Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) program, the benefits given to participants, the requirements, how to conduct a global supply chain security risk assessment, how to audit business partners, how to develop a Risk Assessment Report, how to update the Supply Chain Security Profile, how to develop a strong working relationship between your company and CBP, how to prepare for the C-TPAT Customs Validation (Audit) and most importantly how to maintain your Company's certification through regular internal/external audits. A number of tools will be provided.
IMMEDIATE BENEFITS
Learn about the history behind the C-TPAT and the benefits provided to participants who comply with the requirements.
Gain a deeper understanding on the C-TPAT Validation and Continuous Improvement processes.
Learn how to develop a supply chain security program relevant to your business operations.
Master the ability of conducting security audits of foreign suppliers and service providers.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
Points of Contact/Internal C-TPAT Task Force for C-TPAT Certified Companies or companies that have been suspended.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Fundamentals of the U.S. Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism
History
Benefits
Requirements
Validation
Internal/External Audits
Revalidation
Dissect the C-TPAT Security Criteria
Examine each section of the criteria for U.S. Importers, Foreign Manufacturers, Cross Border Highway Carriers and U.S. Customs Brokers.
Fundamentals of Risk Assessments
Discover the strategy and tools to conduct a risk assessment of your company’s operations, supply chain, foreign suppliers and service providers. Understand the justification and benefits of performing a risk assessment and the methodology behind the identification, analysis, and evaluation of risks. Learn how to develop a detailed Risk Assessment Report and Action Plan. Explore the post-risk assessment responsibilities.
Global Supply Chain Security Management System
Learn how to develop a Global Supply Chain Security Management System that complies with the C-TPAT Security Criteria. Also learn how to evaluate the performance of your Company and that of your foreign suppliers and service providers to determine if your global supply chain is secure and compliant with the C-TPAT Security Criteria.
Annual Supply Chain Security Profile Review
Learn how to review the Security Profile; verify compliance with your company's existing operations and the Security Criteria; and update the Security Profile.
C-TPAT Portal
Participants will learn how to use the C-TPAT Security Link Portal from creating an account to responding to Validation comments.
C-TPAT Re-Validation (Audit)
Within one year of your Company receiving its certification, U.S. Customs conducted an on-site C-TPAT Validation (audit) of your Company. Depending upon your type of Company, CBP will conduct a C-TPAT Re-Validation to verify continued compliance with the C-TPAT Security Criteria. Participants will learn how to prepare for the C-TPAT Re-Validation, what to expect during the audit and most importantly tips on how to successfully pass.
Rejections, Suspensions & Terminations
Learn how to respond to a rejection, suspension and termination due to a variety of reasons.
Supply Chain Security Breach
It’s not possible to eliminate all risks. Examine the different elements of managing a supply chain security breach.
LOCATIONS, DATES, HOURS, INVESTMENT & OTHER INFO
Location Date
San Diego, CA June 19-20, 2013
Miami, FL August 1-2, 2013
San Diego, CA August 7-8, 2013
Toronto, Canada September 9-10, 2013
Montreal, Canada September 12-13, 2013
New Orleans, LA October 3-4, 2013
San Diego, CA October 9-10, 2013
Los Angeles, CA October 16-17, 2013
San Francisco, CA November 6-7, 2013
San Juan, Puerto Rico November 13-14, 2013
Program Hours
Day One
9:00am – 4:00pm
Day Two
9:00am - 1:00pm
Investment
- $1,245 per person
- $1,045 per person for 2 or more representatives from the same company
Please send us a completed Registration Form via e-mail or fax 1-855-692-8728.
Please note:
Please, no audio or video recording.
Lunch and parking expenses are not included.
Dressing in layers is recommended due to room temperature variations.
You will receive a Certificate of Attendance following the training.
Bring your laptop (please do not forget your power supply).