Business Case Development
A strategic business response to sustainability can provide access to new markets, increase operational and business process efficiency, capitalise on market demand for ‘green’ goods and services, enhance reputation and attract and retain talent.
The Business Case Development outlines what sustainability means to an organisation. It focuses on the sustainability trends and drivers and how they impact on the organisation’s vision, mission and overall objectives and strategy. It outlines the key priority areas for focus within the organisation that minimise the risks and maximise the opportunities associated with sustainability in their sector and region.
Developing an organisations business case for sustainability, identifies the risks and opportunities of adopting sustainable business practices and improving sustainable performance.
Business Case Development is undertaken using the following key steps:
- Understand and Establish the Context of the Business
- Identifying External Forces
- Assess Impact on Value Driver Categories
- Defining Value Drivers
- Aligning Value Drivers to Business Objectives
Benefits
- Whole of business strategic sustainability risks and opportunities outline
- Organisation specific sustainable business practice Value Drivers
