Custom Implementation Research Articles

Muslim and Christian Women in the Principality of Serbia in 19th Century: Between Religious Law, State Regulations, Tradition and Stereotypes

The impression of family priority and social community over individual and married couple is in a relation with the cultural identity of individual. As term culture is defined as form of human knowledge, beliefs and behavior, but identity refers us to commonality and equality, we can say that identity of Muslim women in marriage was based on elements of Sharia Law, so belonging to Muslim community: umma and Christian (Orthodox) women on belonging to a church community and implementation of tradition, beliefs and customs of the community. Social-political atmosphere in the Principality of Serbia in XIX. century brought changes to relations of Christians marriage, but had no influence on Muslim population. This work has a goal to analyze and compare basic conditions on which women step into marriage in XIX. century: elements of Sharia Family Law (Muslim women) and church canons and state laws (Christian women). The paper includes interdisciplinary approach to research, use of primary historical sources of Serbian and Ottoman provenance, so relevant literature.

Multi-objective battery sizing optimisation for renewable energy communities with distribution-level constraints: A prosumer-driven perspective

A Renewable Energy Community (REC) is a legal entity aggregating different users sharing their own resources to reduce both electricity bills and CO2 emissions. This paper presents and analyses the impact of a bi-objective strategy to optimise the capacity of the Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESSs) of REC prosumers equipped with photovoltaic (PV) generators. The optimisation problem is solved through a custom implementation of the Non-dominated Sorting Genetic Algorithm-II (NSGA-II) and has two contrasting objectives: maximising the self-sufficiency of the REC from the main grid, while minimising the BESS capacity of all REC members. A key novelty of this study is the prosumer-driven perspective, which allows to exclude the REC members who do not want to install a BESS through a linear optimisation constraint. Moreover, the proposed approach ensures that probabilities of over- or under-voltages are compliant with the limits specified by Distribution System Operators (DSOs). Such probabilities, as well as the line and BESS losses, are estimated within the optimisation loop through grid-level simulations performed in OpenDSS. Both a standard peer-to-grid (P2G) and a more REC-oriented peer-to-peer (P2P) energy sharing policy are analysed and their performance is assessed in different seasons and considering both the current energy demand and a possible future scenario, in which electrical heat pumps are widely used. The results of a case study based on a modified version of the IEEE 906-bus European Low Voltage distribution grid show that a if the total BESS capacity assigned to all REC prosumers exceeds a given threshold value, the benefits for the REC become minor. Assuming to choose the optimal BESS capacity solutions corresponding to the threshold value in the summer season (i.e., when PV and BESSs are most exploited), the overall energy losses are reduced roughly by 20%–40% for both P2G and P2P battery controls. The CO2 emissions instead, are reduced by 10% to 50% with the P2P policy having a slight edge over the P2G one. The P2P energy sharing policy spreads the economic benefits of energy savings more evenly among REC members, and the return on investment is generally higher if the electricity demand increases.

Assessment of cancer-specific microbiome signature of response to immune checkpoint inhibitors.

2574 Background: Clinical and preclinical experiments suggest that the gut microbiome can affect outcome in cancer patients treated with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI). Most data to date has been in melanoma, so the relationship of the gut microbiome with treatment outcome in other cancers is poorly understood. Here, we evaluated the microbiome composition in correlation to ICI response in patients with metastatic lung, urothelial, or renal cancer, as well as metastatic melanoma. Methods: Fecal microbiome samples were obtained from patients with metastatic melanoma, lung, urothelial, or renal cancer immediately before ICI therapy was initiated. Bacterial genomic DNA was isolated and profiled by whole metagenome sequencing. Sequence data were analyzed using a custom implementation of MetaPhlAn2. Response to ICI was defined as partial or complete response or remaining on therapy for more than 6 months. Results: Samples were prospectively collected from 94 patients, including metastatic melanoma (n = 17), lung (n = 44), urothelial (n = 23), or renal cancer (n = 10). Treatment included anti-PD(L)1 monotherapy (n = 51), anti-PD1 + anti-CTLA4 combination therapy (n = 17), or a combination of anti-PD1 and chemotherapy (n = 26). Clinical response was observed in 58% of patients, including partial or complete response (45%) and on treatment for more than 6 months (55%, with 31% on treatment for more than 1 year). Although the variance in the composition of pretreatment microbiome samples did not explain response alone (R vs NR, PERMANOVA, p = 0.273), a significant portion of the variance in microbiome composition was explained by the interaction of cancer type and outcome (PERMANOVA, p = 0.014), suggesting a cancer-specific microbiome relationship. Notably, there was some similarity in the signature of NR across three cancer types (lung, urothelial and melanoma). One sample in this NR cluster was from a patient whose metastatic NSCLC was nonresponsive to pembrolizumab and carboplatin/pemetrexed. This microbiome sample was evaluated in vivo using subcutaneous MC38 and CT26 tumor models in germ-free mice. In contrast to mice colonized with stool from a healthy donor, mice colonized with stool from this patient yielded a nonresponsive result upon treatment with anti-PD1 or anti-PD-L1 in combination with anti-CTLA4. Conclusions: Analysis of the fecal microbiome composition from patients with metastatic lung, urothelial, renal cancer, and melanoma identified a cancer-specific signature of R and NR to ICI. Across three cancer types, a consistent signature of NR was identified and corroborated experimentally in preclinical models.

A probabilistic graphical model foundation for enabling predictive digital twins at scale.

A unifying mathematical formulation is needed to move from one-off digital twins built through custom implementations to robust digital twin implementations at scale. This work proposes a probabilistic graphical model as a formal mathematical representation of a digital twin and its associated physical asset. We create an abstraction of the asset-twin system as a set of coupled dynamical systems, evolving over time through their respective state spaces and interacting via observed data and control inputs. The formal definition of this coupled system as a probabilistic graphical model enables us to draw upon well-established theory and methods from Bayesian statistics, dynamical systems and control theory. The declarative and general nature of the proposed digital twin model make it rigorous yet flexible, enabling its application at scale in a diverse range of application areas. We demonstrate how the model is instantiated to enable a structural digital twin of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). The digital twin is calibrated using experimental data from a physical UAV asset. Its use in dynamic decision-making is then illustrated in a synthetic example where the UAV undergoes an in-flight damage event and the digital twin is dynamically updated using sensor data. The graphical model foundation ensures that the digital twin calibration and updating process is principled, unified and able to scale to an entire fleet of digital twins.

Symbolic Meaning of Batak Simalungun Wedding Ceremony in Sindar Raya Village (A Semiotic Study)

This research describes the meaning of symbols, symbols, or signs contained in the Batak Simalungun wedding ceremony as a semiotic study. Symbols, symbols, or signs can be identified the meaning, use and benefits in the implementation of marriage customs for the Batak Simalungun community which need to be preserved as one of the local wisdom. The meaning of symbols, symbols, or signs is part of the semiotic approach which is the binding factor in his studies. The sign aims to simplify thoughts or ideas to facilitate communication which contains meaning, values, norms, or certain intentions that must be obeyed by the Simalungun Batak community, especially in the Sindarraya area. The signs found in the Simalungun Batak wedding ceremony are mangalo-alo boru na bayu, boras tenger, tondong welcome (mangalo-alo tondong), tombuan na marappang-appang, ambanganni tondong na baru, groceries, jambar, partadingan manurdukhon, tobus huning, panruttuki, uluni omas / tintin marakkup, suhuni appang, padaskon hiou holong, hiou parsimatuaon and panukkunan dishes.

Customization and Contextual Teaching Approach Efficiency in Promoting English Proficiency among Saudi EFL Learners

This study investigated the proper implementation of customization and contextual teaching approach in fostering English proficiency among King Khalid University’s students studying English as an intensive course. The study aims to implement customization and contextual teaching approach in teaching the English language as an intensive course at King Khalid University and inculcate the tendency to activate updated teaching approaches to assimilate Saudi learners’ attention in English class. To achieve the aim of the study, the researcher employed the descriptive analytic method. The subjects of the study consisted of 50 EFL teachers drawn from King Khalid University. The study showed that customization and contextual teaching approach grasp Saudi students’ attention, satisfy their needs and preferences, and consider their learning styles. Moreover, the study has concluded that the students’ needs, preferences, and learning styles are the milestone of the learning process's success. The study concluded that consideration of students’ needs, preferences, learning styles and correlating them to social life setting play a crucial role in facilitating learning the English language.

Customs Management: International Supply Chains Maintenance and Implementation of a Customs Policy to Counter the COVID-19 Crisis

The study investigates the need for changes in the operation of customs administrations, which are caused by the pandemic. The latter has destroyed or considerably damaged existing supply chains around the world. To counter this, customs administrations need to take a coordinated and proactive approach with all relevant agencies to facilitate international trade. The main purpose of the study is to investigate the transformation of the implementation of state customs in the context of anti-crisis response to the conditions of the COVID-19 pandemic. The methodology of this study is based on such general scientific research methods as analysis and synthesis, systematisation, and generalisation. The study has defined the basic areas of reengineering of customs bodies' operation which have to work continuously and in the conditions of time restrictions; organisational response design; anti-epidemic protection of officials; digitalisation of customs procedures; customs regulation; trade facilitation measures. In particular, the study noted that in crisis conditions, the urgent task is to form operational groups for anti-crisis response, as introduced by China. The paper outlines the main responsibilities of such task forces and focuses on the need for rapid changes in legislation and consultation with stakeholders. The authors have identified the main measures to ensure the safety of personnel, which should be developed by customs administrations in close cooperation with healthcare authorities and other stakeholders. Trade facilitation measures have also been identified, in particular through the collection of data and their submission to the World Trade Organization repository. This study can be used to investigate and improve the reform of the customs system of Ukraine

Optimal design of ethylene and propylene coproduction plants with generalized disjunctive programming and state equipment network models

In this work, we propose a superstructure optimization approach for the optimal design of an ethylene and propylene coproduction plant. We formulate a superstructure that embeds ethane and propane steam cracking technologies, propane dehydrogenation and olefin metathesis processes. We represent the superstructure with a Generalized Disjunctive Programming model, and solve the problem through a custom implementation of the Logic-based Outer Approximation algorithm in GAMS. We propose a state-equipment-network representation to model potential distillation trains, as well as alternative acetylene reactor configurations. Rigorous models are formulated for distillation columns, compressors, turboexpanders, vessels and several process equipment units. The objective function is to maximize the net present value. We analyze four international price scenarios for raw material and utility costs, while considering global ethylene and propylene prices. We obtain the optimal scheme for each case. Numerical results show that the combination of ethane steam cracking, olefin metathesis and ethylene dimerization is the most profitable configuration under low ethane price scenarios, whereas the combination of ethane and propane steam cracking together with propane dehydrogenation is the optimal solution when the propane price is on the order of ethane price.

Are banks serious about customer experience? How to deliver market-beating customer experience

With the market in flux, customer experience is more important than ever before. To thrive, banks must offer a customer experience that is at least as good as that provided by leading FinTechs. But that does not mean that banks and FinTechs are forever destined to be competitors. In many instances, the two can offer each other much of value and will profit by working together. Banks provide trust, access to customers, expertise, licencing and regulatory relationships. FinTechs, on their part, bring to the relationship agility, new ideas and innovative platforms and services. As well as partnering with FinTechs, banks can also incubate internal and external FinTechs. They can run innovation hubs, encouraging employees to think like start-up founders, and they can work with authorities to drive innovation across the whole industry. We have already seen examples of this in the way commercial and central banks have cooperated on central bank digital currencies for France in exemple. Working in these ways, banks — often in cooperation with FinTechs — can create new standards for customer experience across the widest range of connected platforms and ecosystems, and this is what customers want: the best service and the best experience as they move from mobile to desktop, whether they are in the bank’s own app or using a plug-in service on a retailer’s site. Banks are and will continue to be at the forefront of innovation, however, as customer experience design and implementation develop over the next decade. With their scale and expertise, they are ideally placed to lead the customer experience revolution.This paper discusses how banks are not only taking customer experience seriously, they are also leading the way in developing new models of customer experience, building on the best of digital and human expertise. It posits that, through internal innovation hubs and campuses, banks are already transforming themselves, using technology to provide bankers with the best tools to serve their clients.

The main directions of development for light industry enterprises in the context of a pandemic

The article considers the actual factors for the development of light industry enterprises – the transition of the interaction of the "producer-consumer" system to the digital space using the Internet; application of the customization function in the production of light industry goods and the development of a model of conscious consumption. The presented results of marketing research demonstrate the interest in fashion of a larger number of consumers under 35 years old and confirm the global trend of interest in the global network as the main source of information about fashion. The results obtained reflect the global statistics on consumer awareness of fashion innovations and new products that they receive from the worldwide Internet. The desire to integrate the consumer and the manufacturer using online channels is relevant and in demand both in the global and in the Russian market, based on which we can talk about the use of modern means of interaction. Active segmentation of the market leads to the fact that the consumer becomes more differentiated in terms of their values and tastes, social and demographic status, which in turn changes the demand: it goes from mass to the category of segmented. The authors considered the emergence of the phenomenon of mass customization in global practice and the main approaches to using this tool in the market. Customization is a tool by which the manufacturer and the client come to a common decision regarding the finished product. It was found that economists Joseph Pine II and James H. Gilmore propose four levels of customization, which are called collaborative, adaptive, cosmetic, transparent (joint, adaptive, cosmetic, transparent), respectively, which most fully reflects the levels of implementation of customization in mass production. In this article, the authors review the experience of the two largest sports goods manufacturers in the field of sustainable production and consider the new direction of "slow fashion" (slow fashion) as the basis for the introduction of the customization function.

A Survey of Bayesian Calibration and Physics-informed Neural Networks in Scientific Modeling

Computer simulations are used to model of complex physical systems. Often, these models represent the solutions (or at least approximations) to partial differential equations that are obtained through costly numerical integration. This paper presents a survey of two important statistical/machine learning approaches that have shaped the field of scientific modeling. Firstly we survey the developments on Bayesian calibration of computer models since the seminal work by Kennedy and O’Hagan. In their paper, the authors proposed an elegant way to use the Gaussian processes to extend calibration beyond parameter and observation uncertainty and include model-form and data size uncertainty. Secondly, we also survey physics-informed neural networks, a topic that has been receiving growing attention due to the potential reduction in computational cost and modeling flexibility. In addition, in order to help the interested reader to familiarize with these topics and venture into custom implementations, we present a summary of applications and software tools. Finally, we close the paper with suggestion for future research directions and a thought provoking call for action.

빙하 크레바스 탐지용 무인지상차량 (UGV) 개발

Research activities in Antarctica face a number of risk factors, such as cold, strong winds, and isolated or dangerous environments. Among them, crevasses, which are deep cracks in glaciers, can cause fatal accidents since they are difficult to locate as they are covered with snow. In this paper, we present the development, design, and deployment of an UGV (Unmanned Ground Vehicle) that can explore ice-sheets and be used in various polar research fields. The developed UGV was customized to remotely detect crevasses and prevent related accidents. In order to adapt to the harsh terrain of Antarctica, the vehicle features ground clearance over 260 mm, four-wheel-drive ability with a 400W high-power motor, as well as passive joints and differential links to allow for four-point contact on rough terrain. The UGV is also designed to run for more than two hours on the Antarctic ice sheet at a speed of 2.5 m/sec. The control unit uses open-source hardware and software for rapid function implementation and ease of future customization. In November 2019, the UGV detected crevasses successfully by towing an IPR (Ice Penetrating Radar) along the 2.6 km section of the Browning Pass around Jang Bogo Station, Antarctica. Further improvement is required for heading angle errors due to magnetic compass malfunctions in Antarctica, and for the vibration and misalignment of the traction device for the towing research equipment.

ЩОДО ОКРЕМИХ НАПРЯМІВ РОЗВИТКУ СИСТЕМИ ПОДАТКОВИХ ТА МИТНИХ ЕКСПЕРТИЗ В УКРАЇНІ

В статті визначено концептуальні напрями розвитку системи податкових та митних експертиз в Україні за міжнародними стандартами та з урахуванням перспективного та корисного досвіду митних лабораторій ЄС. Актуальність теми дослідження обумовлена тим, що діяльність митних лабораторій спрямована на забезпечення здійснення контролю за дотриманням митного законодавства та захист економічних інтересів України і тому є важливим інструментом в реалізації митної та податкової політик. Але з метою більш ефективного виконання покладених на Спеціалізовану лабораторію з питань експертиз та досліджень завдань постає необхідність розбудови системи митних експертиз в Україні за міжнародними стандартами. Сформовані в статті пропозиції щодо вдосконалення системи податкових і митних експертиз в Україні засновані на результатах дослідження досвіду роботи митних лабораторій світу, зокрема митних лабораторій ЄС, а також на результатах узагальнення національної практики експертної діяльності. В результаті проведення дослідження визначено, що з метою розширення спектру досліджень, що проводиться СЛЕД, та підвищення якості висновків, виданих СЛЕД та його структурними (територіальними) підрозділами за запитами про проведення експертизи, необхідним є закупити нове лабораторне обладнання та відремонтувати існуючі технічні засоби, запровадити в Україні багатоетапний аналіз зразків товарів та створити на митницях спеціальні технічні умови для зберігання додаткових проб (зразків). Також, враховуючи світовий досвід, стратегічним завданням є розробка та запровадження мобільних лабораторій, які будуть оснащені портативними пристроями для проведення експертиз, що є результатом останніх досягнень в галузі технологій та у роботі самих митних лабораторій. Також встановлено, що з метою забезпечення здійснення комунікації між структурними підрозділами ДМС під час проведення експертиз засобами електронного зв’язку, враховуючи досвід європейських митних лабораторій, запропоновано розробити програмний модуль, який би охоплював весь «життєвий цикл» документального супроводження проведення митних експертиз.

ДОСЛІДЖЕННЯ ПРАКТИКИ ВІТЧИЗНЯНИХ МИТНИЦЬ ЩОДО МИТНОГО ОФОРМЛЕННЯ ТРАНСПОРТНИХ ЗАСОБІВ

У статті проаналізовано обсяги імпорту вживаних та нових транспортних засобів за 2016‒2017 рр. та зазначено причини їх зростання. Досліджено географію імпорту транспортних засобів до України та визначено, що найбільшими країнами імпортерами транспортних засобів є Польща та Литва. З метою більш детальнішого аналізу тенденцій імпорту транспортних засобів, в статті проаналізовано обсяги митного оформлення транспортних засобів окремими митницями ДФС.

Cross-phase product configurator for modular buildings using kit-of-parts

One emerging strategy in industrialized construction is the use of mass customization to increase product efficiency without sacrificing design flexibility. Effective implementation of mass customization can be done through a product platform, i.e. a configurator. However, existing configurators often lack integration of knowledge from the downstream supply chain such as manufacturing. This paper proposes a conceptual framework for a configurator unified through a manufacturing kit-of-parts. Kit-of-parts are pre-engineered and pre-designed digital models representing fabrication-ready components. Using production rules and restraints, accurate planning and design representations can be derived and utilized in the configurator. This research develops a configurator prototype using three-tier architecture. The prototype supports a low-to-high level of detail of kit-of-parts. It integrates product platforms and project development across multiple building phases including site planning, floor plan layout, and 3D model generation. Finally, the implementation of a modular building configurator illustrates the benefits of the proposed configurator-based workflow.

Indigenous Monikah Tajio Ethnic of Islamic Cultural Heritage at Kasimbar, Central Sulawesi

This article objective to examine the monikah indigenous traditions for Kasimbar Tajio ethnic communities in Central Sulawesi. Qualitative method used in this research, data collection techniques of observation, interviews and document tracking non-structure. Technical analysis of data through data reduction, display data, verification data to generate conclusions and findings of the research results. Conclusion The study found that first; monikah custom comes from acculturation Mandar and Tajio ethnic culture in the tradition of marriage, second; monikah custom implementation of social value that affects personality Tajio ethnic communities in maintaining the values of brotherhood, family, respect for elders, unity and cooperation, maintain the pattern of interpersonal communication that is based on mutual respect in maintaining a harmonious relationship between human beings. third; monikah indigenous religious value that affects Islamic personality in performing worship to Allah (God), tawadhu’ attitude, moral education, purity and purification of the soul, ta’aruf and silaturrahmi.

Theoretical bases of implementation of customs procedures at movement of cargoes in containers

Purpose. The aim of the article is the theoretical substantiation of expediency of obligatory formation and application of preliminary decisions on classification and origin during customs control of cargoes in containers. Methodology of research. The theoretical and methodological basis of the study is formed by the works of foreign and domestic scientists and practitioners on customs control and implementation of state customs. Methods of theoretical generalization, analysis and synthesis, scientific abstraction are used to clarify the nature and role of customs control; observation and formalization – to monitor the effectiveness of the customs control system when moving goods in containers across the customs border of Ukraine. Findings. The main normative and legal acts of Ukraine concerning the procedure of execution of customs procedures related to the organization of customs control at checkpoints across the state border are analysed. It is established that one of the key obligations of Ukraine under the Economic Part of the Association Agreement with the EU is to accede to the Convention on a common transit procedure, which requires the introduction of NCTS, which will speed up and improve customs procedures for goods in containers moving through Ukrainian European border, reduce the cost of cross-border trade in goods with European countries, and more effectively counter attempts to violate customs regulations. The advantages of Ukraine's accession to the Convention have been identified. Possibilities of making preliminary decisions by the customs authorities on the classification and origin of goods moving across the customs border of Ukraine are revealed. Originality. Substantiation of expediency of formation and application of previous decisions as obligatory has been further developed, which will help to improve customs control when moving cargo in containers across the customs border of Ukraine, by excluding operations to determine the UCG FEA (Ukrainian classification of goods of foreign economic activity) code and country of origin after crossing the customs border. Practical value. The results of the study can be proposed in the activities of customs officials in order to increase the efficiency of customs control and reduce the time of customs formalities for goods moving across the customs border of Ukraine. Key words: customs control, preliminary decisions, customs formalities, customs clearance, customs procedures, joint transit.

Mesa Python platform for agent-based modelling

Mesa is a licensed by Apache development environment for agent-based models (or ABM) in Python. It allows users to create agent-based models using built-in basic components (such as spatial and agent schedulers) or custom implementations; visualize them using the interface in a web browser; and analyze their results using Python data analysis tools. The purpose of the development of the environment was the desire of the authors to create an alternative for NetLogo, Repast or MASON based on the Python language.

Driving excellence in credit risk management practices in commercial lending - an empirical analysis of Indian public sector banks

Credit decisions are investment decisions with uncertainty over future cash inflows. The credit/risk managers in banks have to make informed choices based on their risk perceptions about commercial borrowers and manage credit risk at operational, strategic and regulatory levels. This study has investigated the effectiveness of a wide array of credit risk management (CRM) practices of Indian public sector banks through statistical analysis of perceptions of their credit analysts. Based on a systematic and comprehensive review of CRM systems in these banks, the study concluded that the most functional CRM practices are - awareness about other banks' risk management systems, a strong loan appraisal and review mechanism, implementation of know your customer (KYC) norms, multi-tier credit approval process, risk-based appraisals, and controlling wilful defaults by all means. The study also observed that there are many statistically significant different managerial perceptions about several CRM practices and this might be affecting the decision-making and judgment process on loan appraisals, risk scoring, loan reviews and other critical CRM processes and procedures.

ОРГАНІЗАЦІЙНО-ПРАВОВІ ОСНОВИ ПРОЦЕДУРИ МИТНОГО КОНТРОЛЮ

The implementation of customs control occupies a significant share of the activities of customs officers. Customs control procedures make it possible to identify customs violations in a timely manner, to ensure the content of measures aimed at preventing customs offenses, reveals the possibility of identifying shortcomings in the work of customs officials who are responsible for a particular area of work. In addition, the customs control procedure reveals not only the shortcomings in the work of certain parts of the customs, but above all, establishes the level of compliance with the principles of customs control and performance of its functions. This thesis is based on the fact that in case of violation of these segments there is a certain area of activity, which usually acts as a zone of customs violations. At the same time, customs control helps to improve the quality of document flow and provides an opportunity to form more realistic information flows for management decisions. At the same time, customs control procedures provide an opportunity to determine the relationship between the elements of the organizational mechanism, to establish at what stage is the duplication of functional responsibilities of responsible persons, and on this basis to decide on its improvement in the future. However, these advantages of customs control are partially offset by a number of negative factors that have some impact on the effectiveness of the procedure itself. There are professional and scientific discussions about the content of negative factors influencing customs control procedures, among which the leading role is given to the shortcomings in the law-making process. Existing problems indicate the feasibility of conducting research in this area. The article highlights the existing problematic factors influencing the customs control procedures, reveals the legal regulations for their implementation and determines the content of the principles and functions that customs officers are obliged to adapt during their adaptation. Attention is paid to the expediency of expanding the functions of the customs control procedure, the advantage of such changes is outlined. The author's position of content of conceptual categories «customs control», «customs control procedure», «organization of customs control» with the substantiation of the chosen approach is offered. The specific features of the organization of the customs control procedure are revealed, the main tasks are determined and the directions of its improvement are established. The author's position on the expediency of choosing both legal and human factors in the development of measures to improve the customs control procedure is given. The relationship between the qualification level of the executors of control actions and the effectiveness of the customs control procedure is substantiated.