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In our previous deep-dive, we explored the "Smart Border" requirements and the XML-based shift of France's DELTA-IE. However, as SAP Leads are quickly discovering, the challenges of 2026 extend far beyond the French border. While France has completed its migration, other member states are at varying stages of the UCC Automated Export System (AES) Phase 5  roadmap. This follow-up examines the broader EU landscape, providing a strategic blueprint for maintaining compliance acro

The definitive switchover to DELTA-IE  on December 14, 2025, officially ended the era of the Single Administrative Document (SAD) in France. This transition marks France’s full alignment with the UCC Automated Export System (AES) Phase 5 , replacing legacy EDIFACT systems with a rigid, XML-based ecosystem. For SAP Leads, the start of 2026 is defined by a "stabilization phase" where national flows are operational, but interconnectivity issues—specifically regarding electronic

For years, global trade teams have shared a common "secret" headache: the arrival of Long-Term Supplier Declarations (LTSDs). Whether they arrive as pristine PDFs or grainy, handwritten scans, these documents often require hours of manual data entry, dragging down efficiency and increasing the risk of human error. But the landscape is shifting. With the rise of the SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP)  and SAP Document Information Extraction (Document AI) , the dream of aut

Still managing international trade compliance with spreadsheets, emails, and manual processes? You're not alone—but you're falling behind. European companies clinging to manual trade compliance face mounting risks that automated SAP GTS solutions eliminate entirely. SAP The Hidden Costs of Manual Trade Compliance Time Drain Reality Check Manual Process:  4-6 hours per shipment for compliance documentation SAP GTS:  15-30 minutes automated processing A mid-sized European manuf

Implementing SAP Global Trade Services (GTS) across European operations isn't just about software deployment—it's about transforming how your business handles international trade compliance. After implementing SAP GTS across 20+ countries, we've identified the critical steps that separate successful deployments from costly failures. SAP GTS Why European Companies Need SAP GTS Now European businesses face increasingly complex trade regulations. Between Brexit impacts, EU sanct