There are undoubtedly different ways of measuring the desired social impact of CSR initiatives, as was evident from the methods used by organizations in the research. In general, however, there is a tendency to utilize a balanced score card with specific KPIs (Key Performance Indicators). The importance of measuring the long-term impact resurfaced throughout the…
A green economy contributes to societal progress and human well-being. Redirecting investments towards goods and services meets the basic needs of society, such as access to clean energy, safe water, healthy choices, employment opportunities etc., strengthening human and social capital. In developing a green economy, it is important to ensure that policies and progressive strategies…
Globally, we are moving towards a greener economy. Governments and businesses are not only declaring a commitment to sustainable models of operation, but are actively implementing national-level strategies to coordinate this transition. Embracing nature’s value in the Middle
SAS, originally standing for “statistical analysis system”, describes itself as the leader in business analytics software. It originated at North Carolina State University in the USA as a project to analyze agricultural research, and established itself independently in 1976 to assist a wide range of clients from pharmaceutical companies to banks and academic and governmental…
Glaxo Wellcome Manufacturing Pte Ltd (GWM), located in Singapore, makes products for GSK (GlaxoSmithKline, the world’s second-largest research-based pharmaceuticals and healthcare company). Health and well-being initiatives to highlight Employee engagement & wellness: GWM is a winner of the Singapore HEALTH award for its commitment to employee health and wellness. The company offers free comprehensive health…
SDG 3: Health and Sustainable development: Health is inextricably linked to sustainable development. The health of the population is an outcome of sustainable development as well as a means to achieving sustainability. Environmental degradation, mismanagement of natural resources, and unhealthy consumption patterns and lifestyles impact on the health of the population. Ill health hampers poverty…
Forward thinking businesses are recognising that they are part of a larger ecosystem. With an estimated 80% of global trade passing though supply chains, they are increasingly seen as an important lever for business to create positive impact in the world. Besides competitive advantages through reduced costs, a company’s supply chain can create a significant…
A typical SME in the MENA region: Has a simplified internal communication system that is usually informal Has control over business operations and decisions residing with one or two persons who are often family members Is privately owned Globally, there are around 36-44 million formal SMEs, 65-70% of which are in emerging markets. In the…
Who Should Attend: Participants in this course will grow a much deeper understanding of the environmental and economic value of sustainability, and how to develop a strategic, tangible plan for taking the sustainability agenda of their business forward. Course CODE: SUSPL101 Generating value from sustainability Sustainability, as a strategic part of a successful business model,…
Over the past few weeks, we have been conducting an informal poll on our website, on the challenges of Eco friendly product promotion. A common theme we hear from our clients is that there is still resistance from their customers on paying premium prices for green products. We wanted to find out the reasons behind…
The transition to a green economy will vary considerably between nations. It will depend on the specifics of each country’s natural and human capital and on its relative level of development. Many countries have attained high levels of human development but often at the expense of their natural resource base, the quality of their environment…
The green economy is a new engine of growth; it is built on an innovative system of economic activities that enhance social well-being, nurture flourishing natural environments and yield competitive yet responsible business growth. Stimulating transformation, the green economy encourages and facilitates progress towards the three pillars of sustainable development; people, planet and profit. More…
