NISCL Announces Exclusive Partnership with CIPS to Elevate the Canadian Supply Chain Profession
21 November 2024
Strategic alliance offers enhanced value with dual membership in both organizations and alignment to a Global Standard of excellence in supply chain.
Toronto, Canada, November 21, 2024 – The National Institute of Supply Chain Leaders (NISCL), Canada’s largest community of supply chain professionals committed to supply chain excellence, is proud to announce it has formally signed an agreement to become the exclusive Canadian partner of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply – CIPS. This partnership is a significant step forward in NISCL’s mission to elevate the supply chain profession in Canada by aligning with CIPS’s globally recognized standards of excellence and supporting the professional growth of its members.
As of May 2025, NISCL members will become dual members of NISCL and CIPS membership at a single, unified rate. This streamlined membership provides Canadian supply chain professionals unparalleled opportunities to expand their expertise, gain international recognition and connect with a community of over 60,000 peers worldwide, of which 16,500 are MCIPS. They can also align their skills and continuous learning journey to the CIPS Global Standard for Procurement and Supply. This competency framework guides professionals at all career levels to develop skills, knowledge and capabilities that align with global best practices.
Representing a community of 12,000 professionals nationwide, NISCL is committed to enhancing employer recognition for the supply chain profession by elevating the profession through functional and leadership excellence. With this strategic partnership, NISCL-CSCL designation holders in good standing will gain access to the prestigious chartered MCIPS designation, placing Canadian professionals on par with global peers and providing a competitive advantage on both local and international stages.
Al-Azhar Khalfan, President & CEO of NISCL, emphasized the impact of this strategic alliance on the organization’s vision: “Our partnership with CIPS represents a new chapter for NISCL and the Canadian supply chain profession. By aligning with CIPS’s Global Standard, we empower our procurement and supply chain professionals to lead with integrity and excellence, knowing they meet the highest standards recognized worldwide. This partnership reinforces our commitment to delivering the capability building and resources professionals need to drive meaningful results for their organizations and our economy.”
Commenting on the partnership, Ben Farrell MBE, CEO of CIPS, said: “NISCL’s dedication to the professionalization of the supply chain sector aligns closely with CIPS’s mission of advancing global procurement standards and creating positive change. Together, we are creating a pathway to excellence for procurement and supply chain professionals in Canada by providing a foundation for continuous professional development and supply chain leadership excellence that sets Canadian professionals apart.”
Through this alliance, NISCL continues to fulfill its purpose of elevating the supply chain profession by providing members with world-class resources, expanded learning opportunities, and a globally recognized standard of professionalism. The organization looks forward to empowering Canadian supply chain professionals to lead with confidence and expertise, reinforcing Canada’s position in the global supply chain landscape.
