Client€3B Global Speciality Chemicals Company
SprintAn 8-10 week sprint
Fieldwork21 solutions scouted · 5 shortlisted · internal and vendor interviews

Digital and AI
Digitalizing Trade Certificate of Origin Processes
August 2025 2 min read SprintlyWorks
The client manages its Certificate of Origin (CoO) processes through manual, Excel-based workflows, creating high risks of errors, compliance breaches, and operational inefficiencies.
5
best-fit digital tools shortlisted. Enabled the client to focus on the most suitable solutions for automation, integration, and compliance, accelerating vendor selection.
700+
manual requests addressed. High-volume recurring certificate requests analysed and translated into tool-selection criteria, replacing Excel-based handling.
5
evaluation criteria applied. Vendors assessed across automation, integration, coverage, implementation and user support before shortlisting.
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01
The problem
Fragmented tools and inconsistent regional processes slow supplier declaration collection, limit automation, and reduce visibility into preferential origin qualification.
Without a structured, digital approach, the client risks increased compliance costs, slower turnaround times, reduced trade agreement benefits, and missed efficiency gains.
02
What the sprint set out to do
Identify and document current CoO process requirements across regions to address inefficiencies and compliance risks
Select and evaluate the best-fit preferential trade software based on automation capabilities, cost, and integration potential
Implement and standardise digital workflows to improve accuracy, speed, and visibility in origin certification
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