Filing of Electronic Export Information (EEI) is a process freight forwarders and exporters conduct on a daily basis. EEI is submitted to the United States Census Bureau through an automated export system called, AESDirect. AESDirect and other custom-friendly software solutions have been vital in supporting the transformation from the formerly used Shipper’s Export Declaration (SED) to the new standard, or Electronic Export Information (EEI).
What to Look For: When choosing a shipping service for SAP, ensure that you look for a shipping solutions provider that offers the most detailed multi-carrier shipping software and manifesting system; to include seamless ABAP integration with SAP ECC, SAP GTS, SAP All-in-One as well as SAP Business One. Enterprise Services Architecture framework has been structured to facilitate the operation of all export declaration (EEI) shipping and business processes to be achieved from within the SAP System Landscape. EEI Preparation Charges Information When you request that an EEI declaration is prepared in accordance with United States customs regulations, costly preparation charges are typically applicable. As a shipper, you need to provide certain pieces of information to enable the completion of EEI filings such as, letter of authorization, shipper’s social security number, commercial invoices or Exporters Identification Number (EIN). Shipping with the Right Company Shipping with companies that follow United States customs regulations is essential for successful shipping. Only companies with long histories of excellent customer relationships and sound performance should be considered to support these critical business processes. Correct and timely international trade compliance must be considered in order to avoid shipment delays, minimize risk and prevent punishments stemming from avoidable compliancy violations. What is Included in EEI Electronic Export Information (EEI) comprises pieces of information regarding the parties involved in international transactions, which include contact information of the USPPI, name, address, Carrier Identification as well as Ultimate Consignee. Note: It is important to identify the USPPI for your transaction. Many shipping service providers work hand in hand with multiple carriers such as USPS, FedEx, TNT, DHL, LTL, UPS and other popular carriers. Therefore, if you have a shipping need that would require the services of the multiple carriers listed above, it is best to look for a Shipping Software Solutions service provider that is partnered with multiple carriers. It is also wise to look for a Shipping Software Solutions provider that incorporates fast, reliable and low-cost ways to resolve crucial business issues. The best choice of such services can be accomplished within SAP landscapes and can also, if needed, deployed as an independent web application platform. On a final note, accurate processing of Electronic Export Information (EEI) is essential to effectively and profitably carrying out international trade. Ensure that the Enterprise Shipping Software Solution service being used to support these processes will abide by every rule and regulation given relevant authorities in order to ensure your business is achieving the best results.