Understand GOTS v8.1
& GRTS v1.0
Understand two standards built on a common system, identify their differences and determine which applies according to the fibres, products and situations encountered.
GOTS and GRTS can be managed in parallel, but they must not be confused. The training highlights their common architecture, respective scopes and operational implications.
Why two formats?
1 day to gain a structured understanding of the standard. 2 days, recommended for functions responsible for preparing, implementing or managing certification.
Understand two standards without confusing them
GOTS applies to textiles made with certified organic fibres, while GRTS extends the Global Standard system to fibres certified to other production standards recognised by GRTS. Both standards share a common system of certification, traceability, and environmental and social requirements.
A company may operate both certifications across different product ranges and benefit from a combined audit. However, the same product cannot bear both labels simultaneously.
By the end of the training course, you will be able to:
Understand
- Position GOTS and GRTS and identify their scopes.
- Understand their architecture and common system.
- Distinguish the fibres, products and activities concerned.
Compare
- Identify common and specific requirements.
- Determine the standard applicable to a situation.
- Read the main certification documents.
Act
- Connect requirements with functions and processes.
- Strengthen the first certification decisions.
- Identify points requiring attention in relation to claims.
Understand the common system and master the differences
01 — Position GOTS and GRTS
- Purpose and architecture of both standards
- Respective scopes and applicable documents
- Organisation certification and product certification
02 — Identify the materials and products concerned
- Organic and in-conversion fibres under GOTS
- Fibres certified to production standards recognised by GRTS
- Thresholds, additional fibres and accessories
- Determining the applicable standard
03 — Understand the certification system
- Activities, sites and subcontractors
- Scope Certificates and Transaction Certificates
- Audits, maintenance of certification and combined audit
04 — Compare the requirements
- Traceability and volume reconciliation
- Environmental and chemical management
- Human rights, due diligence and governance
- Product quality and conformity
05 — Labelling, claims and communication
- GOTS product or GRTS product
- A single product cannot bear both labels
- Approval and consistency of communications
06 — In-depth study · recommended two-day trajectory
- Organisation of both certifications within the company
- Shared procedures and management of specific requirements
- Comparative analysis of certificates and evidence
- Case studies: selecting the standard and qualifying flows
Who is this training for?
Intended audience
Directors and managers in certification, quality, CSR / sustainability, purchasing and sourcing, production, supply chain, product, compliance, sales or communication, as well as anyone involved in implementing or monitoring the standard or standards.
Prerequisites
No specific prerequisite for the one-day trajectory. For the two-day trajectory, general knowledge of the textile value chain and the company’s activities will support the practical exercises.
Understand, analyse and apply
The training combines structured input, guided reading of applicable documents, examples from textile value chains, discussion and exercises. The two-day trajectory includes in-depth document analysis and a case study.
Build a structured understanding
Understand the system, its scope and the main families of requirements.
Connect requirements with activities
Connect requirements with products, processes, functions and evidence.
Apply
Apply the learning to documents and situations close to the company’s operational reality.
Examples may be adapted to the company’s materials, products, activities and challenges. Any significant adaptation of the programme or creation of specific content is subject to an additional quotation.
Assess learning outcomes and support progress
Before the training
An initial questionnaire identifies participants’ starting level, activities and situations encountered.
During the training
Understanding is checked progressively through questions, analyses and practical scenarios.
At the end
A learning-outcomes assessment and satisfaction survey are completed. Each participant receives a certificate of completion.
| Practical details | 1 day · Essentials | 2 days · In-depth |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 7 hours | 14 hours |
| Participants | Maximum 12 | Maximum 12 |
| Format | In person or remote | In person or remote |
| Delivery | In-company | In-company |
| Language | French or English | French or English |
| Standard in-company fee | From €2,000 excluding VAT / group | From €3,800 excluding VAT / group |
| Specific adaptation | By quotation | By quotation |
| Travel / accommodation | Additional charge where required | Additional charge where required |
| In-company dates | Agreed with the company | Agreed with the company |
Accessibility. For in-company training, the host company is responsible for the venue’s physical accessibility. If a participant requires specific arrangements, please inform us in advance so that we can consider suitable teaching adaptations together.
Choose the appropriate GOTS & GRTS trajectory
One day to acquire the fundamentals; two days, recommended, to explore both standards and their implementation in depth.