Organisations must have a thorough understanding of their supply chains to ensure that they’re accounting for their social responsibilities.

A collaborative supply chain may provide the solution to achieving ESG goals.

Companies may need to significantly rethink their current approach to social issues to bring themselves in line with new expectations.

Business ethics seem to be under attack in the face of short-term financial and political pressures. Winning the long game demands boards hold the line on ethical decision-making

Will supply chain challenges and ESG concerns drive an increase in shareholder activism?

The ESG spotlight is being focused on social factors as progress is made on defining and evaluating these difficult to measure elements.

Effective communication on ESG indicators can support corporate refinancing and build trust in the business.

Research by the Financial Reporting Lab has identified three key areas that boards should think about to ensure they are collecting the right ESG data and using it effectively.

Honest and transparent reporting will stand companies in good stead as they come under increasing scrutiny for ESG-related performance.