ISO 23354:2020

Overview - ISO 23354:2020 (end-to-end visibility of logistics flow)

ISO 23354:2020 defines business requirements to enable end-to-end visibility across logistics flows by establishing how independent logistics information service systems (LISSs) should interoperate. Based on use cases and a gap analysis (Annex A), the standard specifies three core requirement areas: network architecture for LISS networks, visibility data interchange between LISSs, and visibility data interface/process requirements for an LISS network (Clauses 6–8). It is a business-level guide intended to promote neutral, trusted, and interoperable information exchange across national and regional logistics ecosystems.

Key topics and technical requirements

• LISS network architecture requirements (Clause 6)
  • Multi-party network model connecting national/regional LISS operators, single windows/SSPs, data providers and data users.
  • Data connections across geographic regions and multi-modal transport (maritime, air, rail, road, inland water).
• Visibility data interchange requirements (Clause 7)
  • Neutral, trusted and controlled data interchange between LISSs.
  • Event data classification and specification of data security/access levels so data owners retain control of who can see which elements.
• Visibility data interface and process requirements (Clause 8)
  • Unified user management and authentication (including federation authentication and single sign-on).
  • Open data access models and standardized interface/process expectations to enable simple cross‑LISS queries.
• Guidance for participants (Clause 9)
  • Roles and responsibilities for LISS operators, single window/SSP operators, data providers and data users.
• Scope limitations
  • Does not standardize logistics devices (ISO/TC 104, ISO/TC 204), ships/navigation (ISO/TC 8), nor replace international message/data standards (UN/CEFACT, GS1, WCO) - these are referenced as appropriate (Annex B).

Practical applications - who uses ISO 23354:2020

• LISS operators and logistics information service providers implementing interoperable networks.
• Single window and single submission portal (SSP) operators aligning connectivity to LISS networks.
• Data providers and logistics data users (carriers, shippers, freight forwarders, port community systems, customs & OGAs) needing trusted cross‑system visibility.
• Software vendors and system integrators building APIs, authentication federation, and access-control mechanisms.
• Public and private stakeholders, including SMEs, seeking standardized, secure data sharing for multimodal, cross-border supply chains.

Related standards and keywords

ISO 23354:2020 references international data-exchange standards and organizations (UN/CEFACT, GS1, WCO) for reuse where applicable. Key terms for search: ISO 23354, LISS network architecture, visibility data interchange, end-to-end visibility, logistics flow, single window, SSP, federation authentication, single sign-on, data owner access control, logistics interoperability.