In early 2014, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (DFAIT) will be providing its clients with a new information processing system to manage the import and export permit process. The existing systems, EXCOL and EICS, will be replaced by a single, web-enabled platform called EICS-II.
Replacing the two aging systems will ensure application availability, will significantly reduce the number of incidents reported by our clients and will result in quicker, more efficient and higher quality interactions between DFAIT and its clients. While both EXCOL and EICS systems will be retired with the release of EICS-II, the current Electronic Data Interface (EDI) component for Brokers will continue to be available for a period of time.
The EICS-II represents a change for our clientele; however we feel this will result in a modernized and coordinated Import and Export control system which will allow to more effectively managing the permit relationships between Importers, Exporters, Brokers and DFAIT. In addition to including the same level of functionality currently provided by the two older systems, the EICS-II will offer a number of significant improvements to serve the ongoing needs of Canadian businesses and individuals.
To facilitate a smooth transition to the new system, the Trade Controls and Technical Barriers Bureau will be providing clients with adequate training, support and literature to facilitate EICS-II system adoption. Further information related to the development of the system and the project will be shared with clients over the coming months.
Meanwhile, for additional information on the EICS-II system and the project, please visit:
http://www.international.gc.ca/controls-controles/systems-systemes/index.aspx?view=d
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Other Government Departments (OGDs) Requirements
Information source
Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
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