Meet ABC

Customs, Simplified. Trade, Transformed.

ABC by Gateway is trusted by importers across Bermuda and beyond to reduce delays, cut down on costly errors, and move goods with greater speed, clarity, and confidence. It’s a smarter way to work.

What is ABC?

ABC is an automated customs platform that eliminates double entry, reduces errors and clearance delays, it accelerates your import process, from purchase order to pickup.

ABC: Automated Bond & Customs

The ABC Workflow

ABC pulls your order data, builds your declaration with one click, and submits it directly to customs. It’s fast, accurate, and easy to use, no double entry required.

How it works

  1. Purchase Order Created in your ERP or ordering system

  2. ABC Fetches PO - Automatic data import — no retyping

  3. Generate Declaration with one click, builds your BCD or T12

  4. Submit to Customs, ASYCUDA and CAPS fully integrated

  5. Customs Response, receipt received, query, or release

  6. Release Note Sent, Auto shared with logistics team or trucker

  7. Goods Picked Up, On-time, on-record, & ready for sale

Why ABC Matters, and What It Gives Back

ABC Saves You, In Time, Money, and Mistakes

ABC helps you move goods in hours instead of days, cutting down on manual work, missed details, and customs delays. Whether you handle five shipments or 700 declarations a day, you’ll see real savings, in time, in money, and in momentum.

Frequently Asked questions

  • ABC significantly reduces clearance times by automating workflows and integrating directly with customs platforms.

    Before ABC: 2–3 days
    With ABC: 2–4 hours

    Faster clearance means same-day pickups and happier customers, increasing speed to market and reducing warehouse costs.

  • ABC pulls from past declarations to pre-populate tariff codes, port details, vessel info, and more, saving hours of repetitive work.

    Before ABC: Every item had to be keyed in by hand
    With ABC: Auto-fills data using historical records

    Reduces labour hours dramatically and minimizes repetitive tasks, freeing up your team to focus on growth.

  • ABC handles conversion instantly and applies updated freight charges, no calculators or spreadsheets needed.

    Before ABC: Manual rate lookups were required
    With ABC: Built-in exchange and freight calculations

    Eliminates costly errors and saves hours of manual number-crunching.

  • The system alerts you to potential issues and logs everything in a searchable audit trail.

    Before ABC: Rejections were common and hard to track
    With ABC: Errors are flagged before submission

    Fewer rejected entries = faster approvals, cleaner compliance, and less rework.

  • ABC scales with your business, boosting throughput and freeing up your team for more strategic work.

    Before ABC: Volume was limited by team bandwidth
    With ABC: 700+ declarations per day

    Unlock exponential throughput without increasing headcount.

  • ABC centralizes your documentation for faster auditing, review, and collaboration.

    Before ABC: Scattered across systems and emails
    With ABC: Everything in one secure inbox

    Saves hours during audits and gives full visibility to your team at any time.

  • Yes. ABC is available in two formats:

    • SaaS: Hosted on Gateway’s secure cloud

    • On-Premise: Installed directly on your infrastructure

    You choose the model that fits your security, compliance, and IT preferences, without compromising performance.

  • SaaS: Pay monthly, with no hardware to manage
    On-Premise: One-time setup plus annual licensing

    Flexible billing means you can start small and scale, or align with your capital budget — whatever works best for your business.

  • Yes. Both hosting models come with full support from Gateway’s technical team — from setup to updates to troubleshooting.

    Access to experienced support means less downtime, fewer headaches, and faster resolution if anything goes off track.

  • Yes. ABC is built for flexibility and can integrate with your databases, ERP, and logistics tools.

    No need to overhaul what’s working — ABC fits into your world, not the other way around.

  • Absolutely. It’s trusted by government agencies and leading logistics providers—with secure data handling baked in.

    ABC is designed with enterprise-grade security and is CyberEssentials certified PLUS, giving you peace of mind whether you’re a small importer or a multinational brand.

  • No. ABC is designed to support your team — not replace it. It eliminates tedious tasks so your people can focus on what matters.

    Boosts productivity without increasing headcount — your team does more, with less stress.

  • Typically 2–4 weeks. Our onboarding team works closely with you to get everything running smoothly — with minimal disruption.

    Quick deployment = faster ROI. You start seeing benefits in weeks, not months.

Proven. Trusted. Recommended. Certified.

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    “Gateway Systems has supported FedEx Bermuda since 2012 with reliable IT solutions and efficient declaration tools. Their professionalism and responsiveness make them an invaluable partner in our daily operations.”

    Roderick Gordon
    Operations Manager
    FedEx Express Bermuda Ltd.

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    “Gateway is a trusted partner for development, procurement, and IT support. Kevin brings deep technical expertise and business insight, consistently delivering solutions that meet our goals. Highly recommended.” Read the success story

    Paul Didyk
    Chief Technology Officer
    Coralisle Group Ltd.

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    “Gateway has delivered software solutions, custom programming, and reliable support to Burrows Lightbourn for over 20 years. Kevin understands our business needs—like having an in-house IT department.”

    Michelle Butterfield
    Chief Financial Officer
    Burrows Lightbourne

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    “Gateway Bermuda has supported our family business since 1985 with expert, reliable service. Their personalized approach, professionalism, and innovative solutions make tech challenges effortless. We highly recommend their managed support.”

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    “Gateway’s ABC system is essential to our workflow. Gateway has provided expert support, timely solutions, and custom integrations that help Mailboxes manage freight efficiently and adapt as our business grows.”

    Kenny Thomson
    President
    Mailboxes Ltd.

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    “The software team at Gateway are amazing. From the inception of ABC to current day they have always been evolving. They keep our systems current with timely updates and their response time is unparalleled if ever there is an issue.”

    Mike McCallum
    Manager LIC, Air and Customs Clearance BEST Shipping Ltd.

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    “Gateway’s technical team, led by Ruben Teuling, brings exceptional skill, professionalism, and collaboration to every project. They solve complex challenges with precision and make working together a truly rewarding experience.”

    Anthony A. Mahabir
    Chief Information Officer
    ASW Law Limited

Ready to Move Faster?

Every hour counts in global trade. ABC eliminates bottlenecks, automates your imports, and gives your team time back to focus on what really matters, growing the business. Let’s make customs the easiest part of your day.