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& LOGISTICS
The CPL programwas conceptualised
and formulated by a committee com-
prising representatives from The Char-
tered Institute of Logistics and Trans-
port and the SCLAA. It provides those
undergoing the course with knowledge
and training on various topics includ-
ing warehousing, freight, transporta-
tion and distribution through to supply
chain management.
The program is highly regarded by
employers as it brings together the
breadth and depth of skills required of
amodern logistician. Individuals under-
going this course gain in-depth knowl-
edge in several areas that are crucial
to the management of a supply chain.
These include training in IT, transpor-
tation, economics and business areas.
The CPL is also recognised global-
ly and can be upgraded to an interna-
tional certification through the tie-up
that the SCLAA has with the Asia-Pa-
cific Logistics Federation.
Membership
The SCLAA has over 8,400 members
and industry contacts. It has been in
existence for over five decades and
has a proven history and governance
framework to deliver valuable inputs
to both SMEs and large corporates.
The association’s footprint covers the
entire country. Committees have been
established in ACT / Southern NSW,
New South Wales, Victoria / Tasmania,
South Australia / NT, Queensland and