"The release of today's report is an example of our renewed commitment to listen to, and partner with, industry in developing solutions," Mr Carmody said.
Customs discussed the findings of the review with key industry representatives in Sydney.
Agreement was reached to form a series of joint working groups to explore potential improvements in trade facilitation.
"Initial working groups will focus on the benefits and feasibility of adopting the US 24 hour load rule for cargo reporting and the development of an Authorised Economic Operator program consistent with international Supply Chain Security initiatives," Mr Carmody said.
"Recognition by other countries of such a program would enable cargo to continue moving in the event of a terrorist incident.
"At the same time, Customs will continue to work closely with industry through an existing advisory group to improve the ease of use of the ICS. The work already underway to remove some of the difficulties with the present cascade reporting requirements will make a major contribution to this process," Mr Carmody said.
Mr Carmody said he would chair a senior level steering committee to provide strategic direction and oversight for the ongoing program of improvements to the ICS.
"This committee will also include industry representation," Mr Carmody said.
The new Customs Deputy Chief Executive Officerposition will be advertised on June 17/18.
While the subject of compensation for industry for costs incurred by the introduction of the ICS was not a focus of the report, Customs is close to finalising its position on the majority of claims received.
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