Laboratories

Participation in EQA-Schemes serves as proof of technical expertise and is often a prerequisite for accreditation.

Industry

Companies use EQA-Schemes to validate measurement and test results and to compare internal and external laboratories.

Authorities and supervisory bodies

Authorities use EQA-Schemes to objectively evaluate measurement results and to ensure comparability between laboratories.

Research facilities

Research organisations use EQA-Schemes to validate new methods and to improve the comparability and reliability of scientific results.