The Logistics Profession

Logistics, as a term now embraces warehousing, freight, transportation and distribution, through to supply chain management.  Gone are the days when transportation, warehousing, distribution and materials management were seen as separate or distinct functions and disciplines. 

Today, professionalism of a high standard is required to manage these complex, disparate functions in a seamless and integrated supply chain mode with a clear understanding of the need to track the physical goods/services flow, financial flow, and, of course, information flow.

Logistics is a profession that is dealing with a freight task that is expected to double over the next decade.  The demand for professionals, technical experts and executives will continue to rise.  Australia's logisticians, along with an efficient and effective land, sea and air infrastructure, will contribute to the future export success of this nation.

The Advantages of becoming a Certified Professional Logistician (CPL)

The Certified Professional Logistician (CPL) is a professional qualification that aims to provide the definitive standard for measuring capability and professionalism within the logistics and supply-chain profession worldwide.

The CPL brings together the breadth and depth of skills required of a modern Logistician. The CPL unifies the disciplines of business, IT, Transportation, Economics, etc that make up the profession.

CPL status enhances your professional credibility within the industry and also enhances the profile of the Logistics Profession. The CPL Program is your career partner for life. With an extensive range of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities to enhance your capability, you will be at the leading edge of the profession.

CPL activities provide valuable networking opportunities. CPL status attests to your professional recognition by peers and employers, of your significant experience and knowledge to plan, implement, manage and improve logistics initiatives.

Success of your application entitles you to use the post nominals "CPL" after your name. These initials also signify your commitment to a code of professional conduct and your respected professional integrity - ensuring the highest standards of ethics and professionalism.




The CPL Institute is an initiative of the Transport and Logistics Centre (TALC).