1.2.3.7. General statistics reporting portal (AMS)
Definition
The Deutsche Bundesbank has developed the AMS general statistics reporting portal to facilitate the creation of reports in the field of foreign trade and payments.
When using AMS, you can enter the reporting data directly into the input screen using an internet browser (for foreign trade and payments reports, data may also be imported in a predefined format from another data source into the AMS input screen, which will save the time and effort of typing in the data). AMS provides a range of auxiliary functions and plausibility checks that simplify the process of submitting reports. The data entered are automatically checked and any errors are identified. Drop-down lists show you valid input options. It is also possible to change the interface language to English. It is a multi-client system, meaning that it can be used by third-party submitters – such as lawyer’s offices or computer centres – to create reports for multiple reporting entities.
Individual AMS functionalities can also be used to submit reporting data for financial vehicle corporation statistics.
Preparations are in progress to enable the use of this reporting portal as a “back-up” facility for submitting selected types of banking statistics reports.
Further details
Further details about the reporting of external transactions and stock are available on the Deutsche Bundesbank’s website
(http://www.bundesbank.de) under Service/Reporting system/External sector/Electronical submission.