The Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, represented by its smart program, “Tsamu”, highlighted that the digital “customs auction” platform, which was launched in cooperation with the General Customs Authority, represents a new smart solution to manage customs auctions in a digital and integrated manner.
Ms. Iman Al -Kuwari, Director of Digital Innovation Department at the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, said during the announcement of the platform at a ceremony on the occasion of the International Customs Day, which is held annually on January 26, that the launch of the “Customs Auction” platform embodies the commitment of the State of Qatar to employ digital innovation as a basic pillar of national development and diversification The economy, in line with the goals of the digital agenda 2030, explained that the platform combines the latest technologies and advanced safety measures in a way that contributes to achieving the goals of the third national development strategy of digitizing 90 percent of the services provided to citizens by 2030, and promoting digital infrastructure by providing a platform Easy to use enhances transparency, efficiency and participation in customs auctions for companies and individuals alike by employing the latest technologies to automate smart processes and advanced analyzes of data and integration with the most important major national systems.
For his part, Mr. Hassan Ali Al -Nuaimi, the customs advisor at the General Customs Authority and head of the electronic auction platform team “Customs Auction”, stressed that the platform represents an important step in the course of customs operations in Qatar, where it was able to enhance efficiency and transparency in customs auctions through technology employment The developer, noting that by completing the entire process, starting from the evaluation of products to the treatment of payments safely, the operational costs are not only reduced, but also to facilitate the access of the population and companies to customs auctions in an unprecedented way, as the platform is perfectly in line with the broader targets of the digital transformation in Qatar, It will play a pivotal role in the future of customs operations in the country.
One of the most prominent features of the platform is the provision of a comprehensive administrative portal that enables the General Customs Authority to fully supervise all the stages of the auction cycle, as these stages begin to evaluate the products through the preparation of the mechanical menu for goods to the process of processing the payment in a safe way, and provides advanced analytical tools that enhance the authority’s ability to monitor Operating and making data -based decisions, which contributes to improving the efficiency of auction strategies and enhancing financial data management and information related to users more effectively.
The “customs auction” platform gives individuals and local companies the opportunity to participate easily in auctions by registering using a valid Qatari identity card and the national documentation system “Documentation”, which guarantees the highest safety and reliability standards, and provides an easy use interface via a website and a mobile phone application, where users can browse Available goods, offering offers, completing transactions safely and easily, and managing all their auctions related to auctions after registration, including adding the elements to the list of preferences, receiving notifications about new auctions, reviewing their transactions and interactions with “customs auction” to form an effective and integrated tool that facilitates facilitate Participate in auctions and improve the user experience.
The “Customs Auction” platform was developed by the “Tsamu” program in cooperation with the General Customs Authority to provide a comprehensive update for the customs auctions process, replace the previous manual system, and contribute to improving operational efficiency and reducing storage costs by speeding up the sale of non -demanded goods and expanding the participants’ circle In auctions.
The platform will be fully combined with major national systems such as warehouse systems, financial services, the “Nadib” customs clearance system, and the national documentation system “Documentation”, to ensure a safe and smooth experience to all users.