top of page

All Posts


Stabilizing SAP GTS for the AES Phase 5 Era
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
Jan 153 min read


Mastering French AES Phase 5 (DELTA-IE) in 2026
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
Jan 133 min read


Beyond Manual Entry: Why SAP Document AI is a Game-Changer for GTS Compliance
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
Jan 123 min read


SAP GTS vs Manual Trade Compliance: Why Automation Wins Every Time
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
Aug 11, 20253 min read


SAP GTS Implementation Checklist: 8 Critical Steps for European Companies
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
Aug 11, 20252 min read
bottom of page