Customs operations sit at the core of global trade, where a single error in import documentation can delay shipments, trigger penalties, or disrupt supply chains. Yet managing multi-page invoices, varied document formats, and compliance codes across systems slows workflows and increases the risk of errors. Manual checks add to the complexity, creating bottlenecks that weaken audit readiness and operational flow. That’s where Customs Import steps in. Built on SAP S/4HANA, it uses OCR and computer vision to automate customs invoice processing. Powered by the SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), the solution extracts, interprets, and validates data from complex import documents with precision, streamlining end-to-end processing, reducing manual intervention, and enhancing compliance visibility across systems.
Reduction in manual errors
Higher process efficiency
Improved traceability and audit readiness
User experience with intuitive UI
Goes beyond basic OCR to interpret layouts and regional formats in import invoices, instantly identifying key data points to speed up coordination and reduce manual effort in digital supply chain management.
Manages every stage of the import lifecycle through intelligent workflows, automatically triggering approvals, postings, and exception handling.
Records every transaction in a transparent digital trail, strengthening accountability and simplifying audits with real-time access to verified data.
Uses SAP BTP’s modular framework to connect invoice processing with enterprise systems, ensuring a consistent experience with built-in feedback and traceability.
