Summit Logistics International

ISF Implementaion Process

1. Power of Attorney (POA)

   The Importer must assign Summit a POA as the first step in this process.

2. Processing Methods:

   E-Cargo ISF Solution

   Filing ISF from E-Cargo via AMS is our solution for any OTI and SCM accounts where we are performing ocean transportation services. There may be accounts here that we are providing Lognet supply chain visibility services however we are not actively receiving PO uploads from them in advance of shipment.

   We prefer to have these customers map all their ISF relevant data elements into the Summit ISF Excel template which we then upload to E-Cargo to create a customer specific ISF reference table. This will significantly reduce much of the data gathering and required entry. This will also limit the amount of queries back to the customer, their origin offices, agents and factories ensuring no delays in the movement of goods and processing a timely ISF.

   There is also the manual entry option in E-Cargo ISF from the Summit ISF form. This is obviously the most labor intensive solution and potential for delays in the customers supply chain.

   LOGNET ISF Solution

   Filing ISF from Lognet via ABI is a preferred option for any and all accounts we are performing complete supply chain management services for. We would encourage the importer to ensure all the ISF elements are incorporated into their PO upload to Lognet.

3. ISF Timelines

   ISF must be submitted 24 hours before lading! With that in mind we still need time to ensure the data is complete and accurate as well as perform the entry and validate receipt and acceptance from CBP. In reality we would need to submit ISF approximately 4 days before vessel departure.