Instruments and Tools
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Customs Diagnostic Framework
The Customs Capacity Building Diagnostic Framework has been prepared by the WCO to provide a standardized diagnostic tool and project design and implementation guide to improve the quality of capacity building initiatives in the Customs administrations of developing countries; promote the effective implementation of WCO, WTO and other trade and Customs-related Conventions, instruments, best practice approaches and useful reference materials that can assist in the development of capacity building solutions that are appropriate to the individual needs and operating environments of Customs administrations; and equip senior Customs officials with the detailed information necessary to more fully engage and lead discussions/negotiations with donor agencies and other government officials.
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WCO Capacity Building Development Compendium
“ A Columbus programme phase 2 implementation tool”
Over 100 WCO Columbus Programme diagnostic missions have been completed. The reports of these missions have provided the Organization with a deep insight into the development needs of the Membership both from a technical and a managerial viewpoint.
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WCO Capacity Building Framework on Data Analytics
The WCO Capacity Building Framework on Data Analytics has been prepared to guide Members towards the adoption and optimization of the use of data analytics and the effective implementation of successful analytics initiatives by providing details on how to design, plan and develop the right technical and organizational capabilities to successfully implement data analytics in Customs.
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SAFE Self-Assessment checklist
To assist Customs administrations in evaluating their conformity with the FoS, the WCO Secretariat has crafted a Self-Assessment Checklist which provides a snapshot of the required elements contained in the Framework of Standards.
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Orientation Package for Decision Makers
The aim of the Package is to assist administrations to secure support for reform and modernization. It does this by providing information with a clear picture of the modern Customs function, the vital part it can play in achieving national objectives and the necessity of investing in Customs.
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WCO Performance Measurement Mechanism
The WCO PMM outlines the methodology for assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of all Customs competences structured around four dimensions of Customs performance
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