Common use of Monitoring Methodology Clause in Contracts

Monitoring Methodology. 5.1. The Monitor shall have a documented and evidence-based methodology. This shall include adequate analysis of relevant documentation, identification of any inconsistencies in the available trade data and information, and in- depth interviews with relevant actors on key indicators of the impacts and effectiveness of market-related measures. 5.2. The Monitor shall conduct observations and analysis on, inter alia: (a) The current market situation and trends in the Union for timber and timber products; (b) Public procurement policies and their treatment of FLEGT- and non-FLEGT- licensed timber and timber products in the Union; (c) Legislation affecting the timber industry, the trade in timber and timber products within the Union and imports of timber and timber products into the Union; (d) Price differentials between FLEGT- and non–FLEGT- licensed timber and timber products in the Union; (e) Market acceptance, perception and market share of FLEGT-licensed and certified timber and timber products in the Union; (f) Statistics and trends on volumes and values of imports at different Union ports of FLEGT- and non-FLEGT- licensed timber and timber products from Indonesia as well as other VPA and non-VPA timber exporting countries; (g) Descriptions of, including any changes to, the legal instruments and processes by which competent authorities and border control authorities in the Union validate FLEGT licences and release shipments for free circulation, as well as penalties imposed for non-compliance; (h) Possible difficulties and constraints faced by exporters and importers in bringing FLEGT-licensed timber into the Union; (i) The effectiveness of campaigns to promote FLEGT-licensed timber in the Union; 5.3. The Monitor shall recommend market promotion activities to further enhance the market acceptance of Indonesian FLEGT-licensed timber