Sustainable Business Practices

Introduction At the turn of the 21st century, few people could have predicted that in less than two decades we would be using renewable energy as if it were a fossil fuel. Or that we would have electric cars on roads around the world. These changes happened because of innovations […]

Introduction When it comes to sustainability, long-term thinking is essential. The future of sustainability lies in our ability to act with long-term vision. Long-term thinking helps organizations save money and reduce waste; it also helps you better understand your customers’ needs and wants. Longer timelines give you the opportunity to […]

Introduction There are many ways to improve resource efficiency. It can be done by shifting production to higher-performing assets, increasing the utilization of existing assets, improving planning and logistics of assets and workforce activities in order to reduce idle time, reducing material waste and rework during production processes, and reducing […]

Introduction Have you ever wondered where your favorite product came from? Where it was made, and how the workers who made it were treated? For example, did you know that more than half of all apparel sold in the United States is manufactured overseas? It’s true! Most of these clothes […]

Introduction Innovation is important for businesses of all sizes. It’s a way to keep your company competitive and stay ahead of the curve by improving existing processes, making them more efficient and ensuring that your business is always ready for change. Innovation is one of the most important factors in […]

Introduction Sourcing ethically is a must. I know it sounds like something your mom would tell you to do, but it’s true. If you’re going to buy a product, make sure that every single person involved in getting it onto your shelf has been treated with respect and fairness. Yes, […]

Introduction Innovation is the process of creating something new. It’s an idea that turns into a product, or a business venture that sparks change in its market. Sustainability is also about innovation, but it focuses on improving our world as opposed to making it better. These two ideas are often […]

Introduction When I was a kid, my parents made me watch an old black and white movie called The Cat and the Canary. It was about a group of people who were trapped in a house with a crazy person who tried to kill them. One of my favorite scenes […]

Introduction Over the past decade, there’s been a fundamental change in how businesses measure, assess and report on their sustainable development impacts. This has led to new methods of reporting and better ways for companies to communicate with stakeholders about their progress. In this article, we’ll explain how measuring and […]