Focusing on seamless integration

Software developer for the logistics industry, Easyclear, has worked with the revenue authorities of two BLNS countries to seamlessly integrate new and existing software as part of their customs modernisation programme. “Lesotho and Namibia’s revenue authorities launched customs modernisation projects that saw the implementation and roll-out of Asyworld – the natural upgrade to the previous Asycuda software. Easyclear provided integration with the current and existing Asycuda solutions and is now modernising this interface to accommodate the new Asyworld solution,” said Michael Henning, general manager, Easyclear “When this is added to our web-based document management solution and dashboard – which provides clients with the ability to better manage their shipment and supporting documentation in real time – it provides a more seamless experience for the user and improves productivity and turnaround times,” he added. Henning believes that the implementation of Asyworld has paved the way for new development and integration and has opened the channels of communications with trade and the various revenue authorities in Africa. “Our involvement in these projects has led to new agreements and identified potential clients on the African continent,” said Henning. Although Easyclear’s core focus remains in South Africa and the company has clients in Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho and Swaziland, Henning said that many clients had agencies or offices across Africa. “We are therefore making inroads into our neighbouring countries with some success,” he noted. According to Henning, there is a definite need in Africa for harmonised solutions and endto- end visibility across the supply chain. “Easyclear views this as an opportunity to address through innovative information technology (IT) solutions and maximised functionality. We are confident that our new partnership with CHAMP CargoSystems will enable us to realise these opportunities both in South Africa and on the continent.” INSERT & CAPTION The implementation of Asyworld has paved the way for new development and integration. – Michael Henning