# Stitch Authority resource comparison

Generated: 2026-07-23T08:29:06.809Z
Comparison: <https://stitchauthority.com/directory/compare?ids=gots%2Cwoolmark-learning-centre>

This file preserves the published decision metadata for the selected routes. It is not a recommendation, provider approval, compliance decision, or record of project-specific due diligence.

## 1. GOTS Certified Suppliers

Permanent record: <https://stitchauthority.com/directory/gots>
Source page: <https://global-standard.org/find-suppliers-shops-and-inputs?layout=%2A>

- Primary job: Check standards
- Area: Materials
- For: Apparel brands
- Location or jurisdiction: Global
- Access: Open access
- Format: Directory
- Source type: Official registry
- Linked page reviewed: 2026-07-15
- Next review due: 2026-10-13

### Best for

Checking GOTS certification records

### What the source establishes

The official GOTS search exposes certified entities by country, field of operation, product category, and certification detail, including processing and trading scopes.

### Know before using

A company result is not a blanket approval; confirm the certificate scope, validity, facility, process, product, and transaction documentation for the exact purchase.

## 2. Woolmark Learning Centre

Permanent record: <https://stitchauthority.com/directory/woolmark-learning-centre>
Source page: <https://www.woolmarklearningcentre.com/>

- Primary job: Learn techniques
- Area: Techniques & repair
- For: Both
- Location or jurisdiction: Global
- Access: Free account
- Format: Reference
- Source type: Industry organization
- Linked page reviewed: 2026-07-21
- Next review due: 2027-01-17

### Best for

Structured wool education

### What the source establishes

The current Woolmark Learning Centre library publishes free account-based coursework with module counts, completion times, progress tracking, knowledge checks, and supporting resources. Its wool programs cover fibre science, raw-wool and yarn processing, dyeing and finishing, woven textiles, knitwear, product quality, and wastewater management for learners and facilitators.

### Know before using

This is Woolmark-operated education focused on wool, not a neutral comparison of all fibres or processing systems. A completion badge records coursework, not independent proof of production competence, product performance, environmental impact, or compliance. Confirm technical values and local requirements against current standards before production use.

## Next checks

1. Remove any route whose audience, jurisdiction, access, or scope does not match the job.
2. Open the permanent record and source page for every remaining route.
3. Recheck facts that can change after the listed review date.
4. Verify project-specific capability, terms, test evidence, and legal requirements with the responsible source or provider.
5. Record the reason for the final choice outside Stitch Authority.