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Partnership Background: Responding to the National Digital Supervision Policy (Since 2018)
Since 2018, in response to growing trade volumes and the need for enhanced in-transit cargo security, the General Department of Vietnam Customs officially implemented Decision 2031/QD-TCHQ. This decision mandates the use of GPS technology for the end-to-end monitoring of all import, export, transit, and temporary import for re-export containerized goods, effectively preventing smuggling and commercial fraud. The introduction of this national strategy provided a broad policy platform for the in-depth cooperation between JOINTECH, with its mature customs smart lock control technology, and Vietnam Customs.
Solution: A Technological Solution Perfectly Aligned with Policy Requirements
The JT701 Smart Electronic Lock provided by JOINTECH to Vietnam Customs perfectly meets the regulatory objectives of Decision 2031:
End-to-End Visibility: The device enables real-time tracking of the complete transportation route of container trucks from port to port, reporting critical information such as location, time, and parking spots back to the customs supervision platform.
Intelligent Risk Alert: When a container is illegally opened or the seal is damaged during transit, or if the vehicle deviates from the planned route or exceeds the parking time limit, the GPS chip can immediately send an alert signal to the customs system, transforming passive verification into proactive warning.
A Solid and Reliable Foundation: Since the cooperation began in 2018, Vietnam Customs has cumulatively procured and deployed over 7,200 units of JOINTECH's smart electronic locks, providing reliable hardware and data support for this national-level supervision system.
Milestone: Steady Progress from Pilot to Nationwide Rollout
At the inception of the cooperation, JOINTECH began exploring with Vietnam Customs at key border points.
Pilot First: According to a report by the Vietnam Port Association (VPA), the new policy was first piloted by the customs departments in Haiphong City and Quang Ninh Province. The experience gained with JOINTECH's products at these critical hubs laid a solid foundation for subsequent nationwide promotion.
Comprehensive Rollout: Building on the success of the pilot, the General Department of Vietnam Customs decided to expand GPS application to major provinces and cities nationwide, including Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Lang Son, Vung Tau, Da Nang, Quang Tri, and other regions. The cumulative procurement of over 7,200 units marks the transition of the partnership from pilot validation to large-scale, normalized application.
Deepening Mutual Trust: Continuous Improvement Through Practical Application (WCO Summit 2023)
In 2023, during the World Customs Organization (WCO) Technology Conference, both teams met again. By this time, five years had passed since the cooperation began, and the system had been operating stably for years within Vietnam's complex logistics environment. The discussions focused on "how to utilize it better":
Reviewing Experience: Jointly reviewing the system's performance after large-scale, long-cycle national deployment.
Addressing Challenges: Frontline Vietnam Customs officials openly discussed specific situations encountered in actual operations, providing valuable input for localized product optimization (e.g., adapting to complex geographical signals, optimizing battery life).
Looking Ahead: Both sides explored the potential integration of new technologies like AI visual recognition with the existing lock control system, jointly envisioning the next generation of intelligent supervision. The exclusive interview given by JOINTECH to Vietnamese Customs media serves as authoritative recognition of the close partnership spanning five years.
Value of Cooperation: A Win-Win for Security, Efficiency, and Trust
After seven years (2018 to present), JOINTECH's solutions have become a vital assistant for Vietnam Customs in enhancing regulatory efficiency and implementing national strategy:
For Customs: Achieved digital and automated supervision of tens of thousands of containers nationwide, significantly reducing enforcement costs and regulatory blind spots, effectively curbing smuggling and fraud.
For Traders: Provides compliant cargo with end-to-end visible security assurance, reduces unnecessary interventions during transit, and improves customs clearance facilitation.
For Both Parties: Established a model of technological cooperation based on national policy, practical feedback, and continuous iterative optimization, offering a reference path for the digital transformation of other national customs administrations.
Future Outlook
Building on the large-scale application of over 7,200 units, seven years of stable operational experience, and the in-depth exchanges at the 2023 summit, JOINTECH looks forward to continuing its partnership with Vietnam Customs and more customs organizations worldwide. We aim to deeply integrate the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, and customs operations, jointly contributing to a more efficient and secure global trading environment.
