Strategy to Enhance International Supply Chain Security

Abstract

This strategy was developed in response to the SAFE Port Act (PL 109-347, 120 Stat. at 1901, 1903, October 13, 2006) which require the development of a strategic plan to enhance the security of the international supply chain, including protocols for the expeditious resumption of the flow of trade following a transportation disruption or transportation security incident. The Strategy to Enhance International Supply Chain Security exists within a framework of other national strategies and plans. As a DHS Strategy, it does not replace these documents. Rather, this strategy seeks for the first time to harmonize their goals into a multi-layered, unified approach for further development by Department components. The Department based its security programs on a layered, risk management approach. The individual elements, programs, and initiatives which compose this strategy are each built upon extensive risk analysis specific to the risk area they cover in the supply chain. Assessments are used to identify the highest risk areas and resources are directed at those areas. This strategy identifies critical nodes where security efforts achieve the greatest impact across the breadth of the international supply chains. Action at these nodes (such as the Secure Freight Initiative), coupled with end-to-end programs (such as the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism), provides for truly layered security. The implementation of this strategy requires the combined efforts of DHS agencies, other government agencies and the development of partnerships with industry, foreign governments, and international organizations such as the World Customs Organization and the International Maritime Organization. This document delineates the supply chain security roles, responsibilities and authorities of government bodies within the United States.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 2007
Accession Number
ADA472103

Entities

Organizations

  • United States Department of Homeland Security

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Cyber
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Business Administration
  • Computer Network Security
  • Department Of Homeland Security
  • Employment
  • Foreign Relations
  • Government Procurement
  • Health Services
  • Interagency Coordination
  • International Trade
  • Management Personnel
  • Marine Transportation
  • National Security
  • Organizational Structure
  • Personnel Management
  • Security Personnel
  • Supply Chain Integrity
  • Transportation Infrastructure

Readers

  • Government and Public Administration Law.
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Strategic Security Studies