This partnership will feature at the upcoming CILTSA ESG Conference, From Data to Decisions: Utilising ESG Data for Smarter Business Strategies, scheduled for Thursday, 25 July at the Fairway Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort in Johannesburg.

As global ESG trends continue to reshape the corporate landscape, businesses face mounting expectations from consumers, investors and regulators to adopt and demonstrate sustainable and responsible practices, says JCA. 

The modern consumer demands more than just verbal commitments, consumers seek tangible, measurable and credible actions toward sustainability, adds the company. 

JCA says that it acknowledges the crucial role that International Organization for Standardisation (ISO) standards play in enabling a business to meet these ESG demands. ISO standards provide a comprehensive framework that supports businesses in setting, achieving and reporting on their sustainability goals, aligning perfectly with ESG principles.

According to Oliver Naidoo, managing director of JCA, "Incorporating ISO standards into a business's ESG strategy allows the company to offer a robust and reliable mechanism for assessing and enhancing sustainability performance."

"Standards like ISO 14001 for environmental management and ISO 45001 for occupational health and safety provide clear requirements for setting objectives and targets, which are crucial for effective KPI reporting. This not only ensures compliance, but also builds credibility and trust with the various business stakeholders," adds Naidoo. 

ISO standards can be used as a tool kit to guide a business through the intricate process of implementing sustainable practices, says the company. 

According to JCA, ISO standards provide structured methodologies for:

  • identifying and managing risks
  • enhancing operational efficiency, and
  • improving quality, safety and environmental performance. 

By integrating these standards, companies can systematically address their ESG objectives, leading to improved transparency, accountability and credibility, says JCA.

According to Naidoo, "ISO standards not only allow businesses to demonstrate tangible evidence of their ESG performance, but also enable them to protect their brand through a risk-based approach. This approach ensures that businesses are not just meeting current standards but are also prepared for future challenges, safeguarding their reputation and operational integrity."

The partnership between JCA and CILTSA aims to promote the adoption of these standards across various business sectors, says JCA. Leveraging the expertise of both organisations, the collaboration seeks to drive ESG initiatives that result in meaningful and measurable improvements in sustainability performance.

"As we move forward, it is essential for businesses to not only understand but also embrace the principles of ESG," adds Naidoo. "Our partnership with CILTSA, showcased at the upcoming ESG Conference, will empower organisations to meet these growing expectations and achieve their sustainability goals through the effective implementation of ISO standards."

JCA concludes that the CILTSA ESG Conference on Thursday, 25 July promises to be a pivotal event, offering valuable insights into how businesses can utilise ESG data to formulate smarter business strategies. 

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