Web Story: Evidence-based Decision Making Made Easier In FSM

One year ago, the Customs and Tax Administration (CTA) of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) introduced the UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) backed ASYCUDA system, automating customs processes.

Since its implementation, the trading community has greatly benefited from the system’s ability to streamline and expedite customs clearance.

Additionally, the ASYCUDA Dashboard feature has brought greater transparency and improved accuracy in data reporting for the CTA management.

Mr. Van David, a Data Analyst in the Federated States of Micronesia, noted that the country was fortunate to implement the Dashboard soon after it introduced ASYCUDA, as it provided significant advantages in reporting.

“The ASYCUDA Dashboard is a tool that ensures transparency for our Administration’s Management, giving them direct access to the data,” Mr. David explained.

Previously, data would be extracted and manually presented to the management team. However, with the ASYCUDA Dashboard in place, management now has immediate, real-time access to the data.

“Now, when we submit monthly reports, management can directly compare the data and verify its accuracy,” Mr. David said.

“The ability of the Dashboard to drill down into specific data as needed has significantly simplified the reporting process for the ASYCUDA team in FSM, transforming what used to be a cumbersome task into a seamless operation.”

“Though we are still new to both ASYCUDA, we recognize that there are additional features that could further enhance our operations in the future. The addition of the Dashboard has already been an immense advantage for us in FSM,” Mr. David concluded.

The successful automation of the FSM Customs Administration was made possible through the support of the European Union-funded Improving Pacific Islands Customs and Trade (IMPACT) Project, implemented by the UN Trade and Development.

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