BASIC was established in 2010 to meet the growing demand for real time intelligence in the import/export and transportation arena and to counter the eminent threats affecting the supply chain. The current situation in Mexico has prompted new concerns as to the security and integrity of shipment traversing on Mexican highways and Texas border towns. CBP shares these growing concerns and is scrutinizing CTPAT members and demanding that its members maintain “Situational Awareness”. BASIC brings together the stakeholders to a platform where information can be shared freely between members to maintain that obligatory “Situational Awareness”. BASIC operates in a secure environment accessible only to members who are industry professionals.                                                                       Mission Statement To be the industry’s primary conduit for intelligence on the threats that compromises the integrity and security of the nation’s supply chain. To provide our members with the necessary tools to counter the threats and maintain their supply chains secure.