Chris Gerber
Analyst Data & Analytics
Chris Gerber is an analyst in Data & Analytics and ESG
ESG reporting: A Clear Path to Compliance and Efficiency
Navigate the complexities of ESG software selection with BARC’s independent, research-backed guidance.
Find the right ESG software with BARC to collect sustainability data, measure your ESG performance and publish meaningful, legally compliant reports – workflow-based, without time-consuming manual processes.
The challenge of ESG reporting
For many companies, ESG reporting is synonymous with uncertainty. Reporting – whether voluntary or mandatory – presents complex and data-heavy challenges. You must integrate a wide variety of data points from various external and internal sources, coordinate with business users from different departments, and keep an eye on a large number of evolving regulatory requirements.
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In addition to the regulatory framework, many organizations’ own motivation to report transparently on sustainability is higher than ever. Transparency requirements from customers, suppliers, employees, and the capital market also play an important role. Key challenges include:
- Complex data management: Voluntary and mandatory reporting standards prescribe a large number of data points that require collecting and processing diverse internal and external content and data formats.
- Increasing reporting pressure: Regulatory requirements and demands for transparency increase the pressure on companies to deliver compliant sustainability reporting.
- Manual processes: Excel and other workarounds lead to error-prone manual processes, increasing effort and reducing both tansparency and the reliability of results.
- Market dynamics: The market itself adds another layer of complexity. With a dynamic mix of specialized SaaS start-ups trying to establish themselves and corporate performance management (CPM) platforms promising to link the financial world with ESG data, it is difficult to maintain an overview.
Why the right ESG software is crucial
With the right ESG software, you can overcome these challenges and create a solid foundation for your strategic decisions. A modern solution – whether specialized fo ESG or part of a CPM platform – enables:
- Efficient data management and transparency: Make reliable figures available faster.
- Compliance and flexibility: Adapt quickly to changing regulations.
- Seamless integration with planning and reporting: Approach corporate management holistically.
Our support is particularly valuable if you:
- Need to merge ESG data from different sources to increase efficiency and transparency.
- Must meet increasing regulatory requirements and adjust to changes efficiently.
- You want to better integrate your financial and sustainability reporting.
- Are looking for a future-proof solution that will grow with your company.
Finding the optimal ESG solution with BARC
With over 20 years of experience in the data & analytics space and proven software selection methodologies, we help you find the right ESG software and avoid strategic mistakes. Our independent expert knowledge, supported by our market research findings and access to the ESG software market, guarantees you well-founded decisions and future-proof solutions.
Find the optimal ESG solution for your business. Contact us and benefit from our know-how in ESG software and beyond.
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