To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. Introduction: This article describes how digitization of information and development of new tools and equipment is expanding to improve efficiency, productivity, safety and almost every aspect of the movement of goods. The focus is on how international organizations, national governments and upgraded trade agreements are improving the ability to adopt innovative technologies. UN Suggestions for Adapting Global Value Chains to Digitization: The United Nations Centre for Trade Facilitation and Electronic Business (UN/CEFACT) proposed the establishment of an Advisory Group on Advanced Technologies in