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The Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) is widely recognized as a modern, credible, and efficient alternative to traditional social audits for evaluating factory labor conditions. It provides a unified, industry‑wide method for collecting verified social and labor data, reducing duplication and strengthening transparency across global supply chains.
SLCP uses the Converged Assessment Framework (CAF)—a universal tool that gathers consistent, comparable social and labor data across facilities. This eliminates the variability found in brand‑specific audits and ensures a common language for evaluating working conditions.
Instead of undergoing multiple audits for different customers, factories complete one assessment and one independent verification, then share the verified dataset with all approved buyers. This reduces cost, time, and operational disruption.
SLCP does not issue scores or certifications. Instead, it provides objective, actionable data that brands and manufacturers can use to identify risks, prioritize improvements, and strengthen due‑diligence systems.
SLCP is used in over 120 countries, enabling brands to compare labor conditions across regions and sectors using a single, standardized dataset.
More than 100 organizations accept SLCP data, covering millions of workers. Brands report reduced audit costs, improved transparency, and more efficient compliance workflows.
The factory completes the CAF Data Collection Tool, covering all major labor‑condition topics.
An independent SLCP‑approved verifier reviews the data for accuracy and consistency.
The verified dataset is uploaded to the SLCP Gateway and shared with approved partners—eliminating the need for additional audits.
Not a certification: SLCP does not provide a pass/fail result.
Buyer interpretation varies: Each brand applies SLCP data within its own compliance framework.
Verifier quality matters: The accuracy of the dataset depends on the competence of the verifying body.
ICG provides comprehensive support to ensure facilities complete SLCP efficiently, accurately, and with minimal disruption. Our expertise in social‑labor compliance, audit readiness, and worker‑centered systems makes us an ideal partner for SLCP implementation.