Technology Forecast 2011, issue 4: Building Sustainable Companies

This issue explores how sustainability can become an integral part of doing business and contribute to a better reputation and financial results.

This article first article examines the steps the IT executive can take to move the enterprise forward and embed sustainable practices across the IT function and supply chains.

The second article discusses how the “sustainability journey” starts with a focus on compliance through to obligation, resulting in industry leadership and long-term viability.

The final article looks at emerging technologies to collect and distribute data to help employees make decisions that consider environmental, social, and economic impacts on the long-term sustainability of the business.