“Digital tools are closing the gap by making emissions data more accessible, actionable and embedded into core business workflows”
FANG CHANG CHIEF PRODUCT OFFICER FOR PROCUREMENT, SAP
The challenges cover a variety of situations, such as diverse suppliers and those in emerging markets, where sustainability infrastructure may be less developed. Successful programmes recognise that onesize-fits-all approaches often fail, instead developing tiered engagement strategies that provide additional support for suppliers who need it most.
These may include training programmes, shared technology platforms or collaborative initiatives that allow smaller suppliers to access sustainability expertise they couldn’ t afford independently.
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