The ODS in the spotlight of CEOs

CEOs see the Sustainable Development Goals (ODS) as an opportunity to address global challenges. Also an opportunity for transformation in business models.

More than 80% of CEOs consider that ODS They represent an opportunity to rethink approaches in the sustainable field, and 49% assure that companies will be the protagonists in their delivery, according to a study carried out by the UN Global Compact and Accenture.

"The adoption of the ODS offers companies a clear and universal roadmap. Destined to ensure that global objectives are local businesses."Said Lise Kingo, Executive Director of the United Nations Global Compact."CEOs are accepting the mandate for radical action, and see a window of opportunity for transformation. Through the UN Global Compact we will engage businesses globally with governments and civil society to meet the ODS, with the goal of unleashing the full potential of the private sector to reshape the global economy and deliver the world we want by 2030."

1. The need forexpand alliancesbetween companies, government and citizens. Thus promoting greater ambition in sustainability achievements. Including human rights, labor standards, environment and anti-corruption.
2. More action at the local level, incollaboration with national governments.To develop and implement action plans to achieve the ODS.
3. Theinnovation in new digital technologiesand thenew business models.That can allow companies to have a greater impact on global challenges.

Innovation and technology make up one of the most important parts when it comes to meeting the ODS. Responsible companies and leaders in sustainability will be able to begin to know how their business evolves.key sustainability indicators.Also see how sustainability initiatives and innovation projects impact these key indicators and thus be able to quickly and effectively manage the sustainability performance of your companies through a single tool,Sicasoft SBI.