ILAC 2024 Annual Summary and GLOBAC Establishment Activities

As we close the year 2024, I extend my deepest gratitude to our member organizations, stakeholders, and international partners. This year has seen tremendous progress toward our mission to harmonize accreditation, facilitating trust in CABs and CABs’ results. Notably, the year 2024 has been pivotal in the development of GLOBAC (Global Accreditation Cooperation), an initiative poised to reshape and unify international laboratory accreditation.

Enhanced Global Recognition through Expanded MRAs

ILAC has successfully expanded the Mutual Recognition Arrangements (MRAs) network, making accreditation more accessible and recognized across borders. This expansion ensures CABs’ results are accepted globally, significantly benefiting international trade and compliance.

Digital Integration in Accreditation

With an emphasis on streamlining accreditation processes, ILAC members have implemented advanced digital tools this year, facilitating remote assessments and digital certifications. This digital integration not only enhances efficiency but also aligns with ILAC’ s commitments.

The formation of GLOBAC (Global Accreditation Cooperation) has been a key focus this year. As a partnership effort among ILAC, IAF, regional accreditation bodies, and several international standard-setting organizations, GLOBAC aims to create a unified accreditation framework. This initiative seeks to streamline accreditation requirements and facilitate seamless international cooperation.

Looking Ahead to 2025:

• Finalising and launching GLOBAC.
• Increasing advocacy efforts to encourage widespread industry and government adoption of GLOBAC’s framework.

ILAC acknowledges the contributions of each member and partner in achieving these milestones. Your dedication to excellence is pivotal as we move forward with GLOBAC and work toward a truly unified global accreditation system. Together, we are setting a new standard for international trust, quality, and collaboration.