VCS – Verified & Certified Steps – is an innovative certification developed by Assocalzaturifici to validate and promote sustainable practices in the footwear industry. It’s a key tool designed to help companies tackle the challenge of sustainability. Based on the latest international standards, VCS offers a clear, structured pathway to achieving certification. The goal is to provide businesses with a practical guide to measure their sustainability, set improvement goals, and demonstrate their commitment to a sustainable future through certification. 
It has 4 declinations and each attests to a specific level: