The ELA Standards of Logistics & Supply Chain Competence reflect the expectations of workplace performance for logisticians and supply chain managers and they have been developed with and agreed by the industry. The Standards are outcome-based and form the basis of assessment. Assessment is independent of any learning programs. The ELA Standards are updated on a regular basis. Through a network of experts and logistics professionals, the Standards are checked against the needs of the market.

The European Quality Framework - EQF

The ELA Standards are mapped to the European Qualification Framework, an EU initiative for harmonizing life-long learning. The EQF is a common European reference system that links a number of national qualifications systems and frameworks together. In practice, it functions as a translation device making qualifications transferable. Using this common framework enables learners and workers to have their skills and qualifications recognized in many countries.

• One common standard - Using the same terminology and definitions everywhere.

• International Recognition - ELA certification is widely recognized. This increases the flexibility and mobility of your certified logistics employees.

• A local assessment by National Certification Boards - Assessment is available in more than 20 countries.