Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD)
Definition
The CLTD is an ASCM certification covering logistics strategy, transportation modes, warehousing, distribution networks, and global trade. It is aimed at professionals who move, store, and deliver goods.
In Practice
The CLTD rounds out ASCM's certification family by focusing on the physical flow of goods. Its body of knowledge spans logistics network design, capacity planning, order management, inventory in the distribution channel, warehousing operations, transportation management, and international trade compliance.
For logistics coordinators, transportation analysts, warehouse supervisors, and distribution managers, the CLTD provides a structured framework that day-to-day operational experience rarely delivers on its own. It also signals to employers that you understand cost trade-offs across modes, service levels, and network configurations, which matters as companies redesign networks for resilience and speed.
Candidates typically need three years of related experience or a bachelor's degree. Study time runs three to six months for most people. If you work on the planning side rather than the movement side, the CPIM or CSCP may fit better; if trucks, warehouses, and carriers fill your calendar, the CLTD is the strongest match.
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ASCM is the world's largest nonprofit association for supply chain professionals and the organization behind the APICS certifications, including CPIM, CSCP, and CLTD. It provides education, research, standards, and a global professional community.
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Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)The CSCP is a globally recognized certification from ASCM that validates end-to-end supply chain knowledge, from supplier through to customer. It covers planning, sourcing, logistics, and technology across the full supply chain network.