To improve the efficiency and accuracy of customs inspections and reduce smuggling, several measures are being implemented worldwide:

Innovative Technology:

X-ray Scanners and Imaging Systems: By using advanced scanners and imaging systems to carry out simple cargo inspections, detection capabilities are improved.
Adoption of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) technologies can simplify information and documentation interchange, reducing off paperwork and processing times.
AI and automation:

Artificial Risk Control Systems: Using AI-powered systems to evaluate risk and flag shipments that pose a higher risk for inspection will increase targeting precision.
Artificial Intelligence Algorithms: These algorithms use machine learning to forecast possible smuggling actions by analyzing data patterns.

Network Technology:

Safe and Open Transactions: Using blockchain technology to trace the flow of commodities, provide tamper-proof records, and improve transparency.
Global Cooperation:

Information Sharing: To detect and disrupt smuggling networks, governments should work together more closely and share information through organizations like the World Customs Organization (WCO).
Joint Operations: To standardize processes and enhance collaboration, joint operations and training initiatives are carried out.
Improved Instruction:

Specialized Training Programs: Offering top-notch instruction on the newest technologies and detecting methods to customs officials.
Updates to the Law and Policies:

Tighter rules: To plug the gaps that smugglers take advantage of, rules are being updated and enforced more strictly.