1.In order to support the development of the electronic systems referred to in Article 278 and govern the setting up of transitional periods, the Commission shall, by 1 May 2014, draw up a work programme relating to the development and deployment of the electronic systems referred to in Article 16(1).
2.The work programme referred to in paragraph 1 shall have the following priorities:
(a)the harmonised exchange of information on the basis of internationally accepted data models and message formats;
(b)the reengineering of customs and customs related processes in view of enhancing their efficiency, effectiveness and uniform application and reducing compliance costs; and
(c)the offering to economic operators of a wide range of electronic customs services, enabling them to interact in the same way with the customs authorities of any Member State.
3.The work programme referred to in paragraph 1 shall be updated regularly.