SUSTAINABILITY “ Trust that our operations and data are accurate will allow us to steer clear of greenwashing claims and be seen as a trusted partner in the industry ”
KAPILA MEHTA VP OF SUSTAINABILITY , POWER PROD- UCT DIVISION , SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC and using Excel files to build a holistic view of the situation and make important decisions ,” he says . “ This reliance on manual processes not only consumes valuable time and resources but also increases the risk of errors and outdated information .”
Kapila Mehta , VP of Sustainability in Schneider Electric ’ s Power Product division expands on this , emphasising challenges like receiving enough data beyond tier one suppliers , and knowing that engagement and collaboration with suppliers is essential in achieving a sustainable procurement framework .
A lack of standardised policies between different regions is also a key problem . “ Current policies are inadequate and differ from one zone to another ,” says Mehta .
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