Global Security Verification

Global Security Verification (GSV) is a comprehensive security program designed to assist importers and suppliers in assessing and improving their security measures based on international security requirements such as C-TPAT (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism), PIP (Partners in Protection), AEO (Authorized Economic Operator), and other relevant standards.

Since the events of September 11, 2001, governments and customs organizations worldwide have recognized the need for enhanced supply chain security standards. These standards, including C-TPAT, PIP, and AEO, have been embraced by the global trade community to secure trade, protect against terrorist acts, and combat illegal trafficking. To comply with these international security standards, companies must assess their supply chains to identify, mitigate, and eliminate potential security risks.

Intertek's Global Security Verification (GSV) program employs an innovative methodology to promote best practices throughout the global trade industry. It enables importers and suppliers to mitigate risks associated with cross-border transportation while expediting the arrival of goods at destination markets. GSV achieves best practices by leveraging resources effectively, implementing structured processes, and fostering innovation.

GSV integrates multiple global supply chain security initiatives, including C-TPAT, PIP, and AEO. Its mission is to collaborate with international suppliers and importers to develop a global security verification process, resulting in increased safety assurance, risk control, efficiency, and cost savings for all participants.

There are several key benefits that GSV offers to organizations:

Collaboration and leveraging efforts: GSV provides a common industry platform and encourages collaboration between importers and suppliers. This allows for the sharing of knowledge, resources, and best practices to enhance overall security measures.

Data gathering, analysis, and reporting: GSV enables effective data gathering, analysis, and reporting capabilities. This allows supply chain partners to identify risks, mitigate them, and make informed decisions based on the collected information.

Audit reduction and efficiency: GSV aims to reduce audit fatigue by allowing suppliers to share their verification reports with multiple importers. This eliminates the need for repetitive audits and enables suppliers to focus their resources on continuous improvement.

Consistent scoring and automated tools: GSV employs a consistent scoring methodology across all participants, ensuring fairness and accuracy in evaluating security measures. The use of automated auditor tools enhances audit efficiency, consistency, and reporting capabilities.

By participating in the GSV program, importers and suppliers can strengthen their supply chain security, increase safety assurance, mitigate risks, and achieve cost savings through improved efficiency.