On November 7, 2018, the World Customs Organization (WCO) announced the Information Management Sub-committee (IMSC) augmented the digital customs agenda during their 75th session, held on October 29 and 30, 2018.
The IMSC approved the new WCO Data Model Business Guide, which is described as a “…non-technical resource for senior and middle level management of Customs and stakeholders – aimed at enhancing the understanding of strategic and business perspective of WCO Data Model.”
Additionally, the IMSC discussed the WCO Digital Customs Program, blockchain, and cloud computing by bringing forward discussions on new technology and processes.
The IMSC agreed to the further development of the draft Handbook on Information Security as they discussed information security and cyber security threats.
The WCO press release may be found here:
