AIAG CTPAT/AEO Program: CBP-Recognized Best Practice for Automotive Supply Chain Security

Staying ahead of evolving customs and security requirements is critical for automotive importers and their supply chain partners. In a significant endorsement of industry collaboration and innovation, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has named the AIAG CTPAT/AEO – Supply Chain Security Management Program an official best practice for meeting CTPAT/AEO requirements.

A Unified Approach — Built by the Industry, for the Industry

Developed in close collaboration with OEMs, the AIAG CTPAT/AEO Program is the industry's first common risk assessment system designed specifically for automotive importers and their supply chain partners. This subscription-based program enables compliance with both CTPAT and AEO requirements through a single, universally accepted risk assessment — including associated corrective actions — that aligns with the latest CBP standards. By streamlining compliance and reducing redundancy, the program helps ensure all participants are operating with a consistent, up-to-date approach to supply chain security.

Key Features:

• CBP Best Practice: Officially recognized by CBP as a best practice for supply chain security management.
• Tailored Risk Assessments: Custom assessments for each type of supply chain partner—including manufacturers, highway, rail, air, and sea carriers.
• Continuous Compliance: AIAG’s team monitors CBP updates and promptly incorporates changes to ensure ongoing compliance with the most current Minimum-Security Criteria (MSC).
• Comprehensive Corrective Actions: Guidance to address and close any identified security gaps.

Program Benefits:

• Robust Data Security: Extensive capabilities to safeguard sensitive information.
• Global Threat Assessment: Access to up-to-date threat information for all countries, with trade lane-specific evaluations.
• Streamlined Process: Importers and their business partners use a common platform to request, complete, and evaluate security requirements, eliminating the need for multiple risk assessments.
• Efficient Reporting: Built-in reporting supports supplier security validations and provides documentation for CBP reviews.
• Visual Risk Tracking: Business partner risk data is tagged for easy identification and monitoring of supply chain risks.
• Reduced Supplier Burden: Suppliers serving multiple importers answer only one assessment, saving time and resources.

Trusted by Leading Automotive Importers

Current program participants include:

• Adient USA LLC
• American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
• Cooper Standard North American Division
• General Motors Company
• Honda Canada Inc.
• Honda de Mexico
• Honda of Canada Manufacturing
• Honda Trading America Corporation
• Isuzu Logistics North America, Inc.
• Kongsberg Automotive
• Mazda North American Operations (Service Parts & HV Production/Manufacturing)
• Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
• Volvo Cars Corporation
• Yangfeng Automotive Interiors

Facilitating Mutual Recognition and Global Trade

The AIAG CTPAT/AEO system supports recognition of Authorized Economic Operators (AEOs) across borders, aligning with Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs) that streamline and harmonize security standards internationally. This approach empowers customs officials worldwide to verify and trust the security practices of foreign industry partners, ensuring smoother, more secure global trade.

Simplify CTPAT Administration—Take the Next Step

The CTPAT/AEO – Supply Chain Security Management risk assessment simplifies administration of the entire CTPAT program, allowing companies to maintain CTPAT status and comply with CBP’s recommended 5-Step Risk Assessment Process.

Take action today:
Access the CTPAT/AEO – Supply Chain Security Management risk assessment and streamline your compliance now.