SAP Sustainability Control Tower: Steering sustainability performance

Customers, business partners and investors are placing increasing importance on the eco-friendly manufacture of products and the sustainable provision of services with a smaller ecological footprint. Companies are under pressure to reduce their own ecological footprint and report their progress in reducing emissions.

In addition, it is important to consider the entire topic of “Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)” in the business strategy, as social impact is also becoming increasingly relevant in corporate practice. The cloud software SAP Sustainability Control Tower (SCT) helps companies to achieve their sustainability goals and increase operational efficiency at the same time.

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What is SAP Sustainability Control Tower?

SAP Sustainability Control Tower acts as a key steering tool and provides a comprehensive view of the ESG figures of companies. By integrating various data sources, the software solution creates a holistic picture of environmental and social impacts. With the help of SAP Sustainability Control Tower, the relevant ESG key performance indicators of a company can be brought together and displayed in an overview. This enables managers to promote sustainability through well-founded decisions. Thanks to the data-driven approach of SAP Sustainability Control Tower, companies can embed sustainability and social impact in their processes.

The most important features of SAP Sustainability Control Tower

Data integration

SAP Sustainability Control Tower aggregates data from various departments, for example from supply chain and production as well as personnel and emissions data. This comprehensive collection of data enables companies to understand exactly how their business activities affect the environment and the world of work.

Real-time monitoring

Thanks to real-time monitoring of ESG data, companies not only track their current sustainability performance, but are also empowered to take immediate action in the event of changes. This is a crucial prerequisite for reacting quickly to environmental impacts and taking proactive measures to improve the ecological footprint.

Analytical insights

SAP Sustainability Control Tower provides powerful analytical tools to identify patterns, understand trends and forecast future sustainability performance. In this way, long-term strategies can be developed and improvements continuously driven forward.

Compliance management

Companies use SAP Sustainability Control Tower to ensure that they comply with current environmental and social regulations. This minimizes the risk of penalties and reputational damage associated with non-compliance with sustainability regulations.

Benefits for companies

Increased efficiency

By identifying inefficient processes and resource utilization, companies optimize their processes and minimize their environmental impact at the same time.

Risk reduction

SAP Sustainability Control Tower helps companies to identify and respond to environmental risks at an early stage. The result is not only improved environmental performance, but also a reduced risk of operational disruptions and financial losses.

Reputation and competitiveness

Companies that actively promote sustainability and social justice strengthen their reputation with customers, business partners and stakeholders. At the same time, they improve their competitiveness in the long term by positioning themselves as pioneers in their industry.

Conclusion: Fulfilling environmental and social responsibility

SAP Sustainability Control Tower is a promising solution for sustainable business practices that enables companies to better fulfill their environmental and social responsibilities. The software solution is proving to be a helpful tool for achieving sustainability goals and at the same time ensuring future economic success.

Automated access to data from ERP and HR systems enables holistic management of sustainability performance. ESG criteria are established as a benchmark for corporate success. From compliance with environmental standards to the efficient use of resources – SAP Sustainability Control Tower enables companies to manage, monitor and document their sustainable business activities.