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Sherpa Launches SmartESG Assessment

Sherpa & Company, headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, has initiated the launch of the SmartESG Assessment, a new capability within its SmartESG platform aimed at enhancing the process of conducting sustainability research. This development comes in partnership with Tokyo Metro, with whom Sherpa has established a utilization agreement.

The SmartESG Assessment is designed to support survey conductors in optimizing their research, evaluation, and analysis processes related to sustainability, particularly for sectors focused on manufacturing, infrastructure, and retail. As concerns surrounding sustainability grow, many businesses are increasingly engaging in sustainability efforts, necessitating efficient methods to assess their practices and compliance with sustainability requirements.

Overview of Sustainability Research Needs

For organizations, especially financial institutions, conducting thorough sustainability analysis is critical for accurately evaluating potential investment candidates. This aligns with a broader trend where sustainability measures are being prioritized more than ever. However, the complexities involved—such as understanding variances in legal systems and languages across regions—often present significant challenges for survey conductors.

Particularly in supply chain assessments, the task of collecting standardized information from suppliers at various tiers can be daunting. The traditional process requires engagement at every level of the supply chain, ensuring comprehensive responses are obtained, which is often easier said than done.

Introducing the SmartESG Assessment

In response to these challenges, Sherpa has launched the SmartESG Assessment feature. This new tool manages the entire lifecycle of sustainability research from survey design to data collection and analysis—all within a single platform. Moreover, it streamlines processes significantly for both the surveyors and the respondents, thus enhancing the overall user interface and experience.

By standardizing survey formats within the SmartESG system, the initiative aims not only to reduce burdens on the survey conductors but also to facilitate easier participation for respondents. The operational efficiencies achieved by using the SmartESG Assessment can pave the way for organizations to focus on strategic and value-added activities, such as improving engagement with their supply chain partners.

The Bigger Picture of SmartESG

The SmartESG platform serves as a comprehensive cloud-based solution centralizing sustainability data within an organization. By leveraging technologies such as AI, Sham has committed to enhancing the utilization of non-financial information. Specifically, the SmartESG database consolidates various external evaluations and disclosure data, enabling organizations to analyze their sustainability efforts better.

Furthermore, the platform standardizes the information management processes across departments, significantly increasing efficiency in responding to requests for sustainability disclosures. The SmartESG matrix aids in mapping sustainability data against benchmarks and requirements dictated by external evaluators, thus clarifying the prominent areas of focus.

Contact and Further Information

Organizations looking to optimize their sustainability efforts through the SmartESG Assessment can find more information and get in touch through the official website: SmartESG.

About Sherpa

Founded in September 2019, Sherpa & Company has emerged as an influential player in the field of sustainability information disclosure support. With a commitment to harnessing advanced technologies and expertise in ESG, they are dedicated to facilitating enhanced sustainability management for businesses. More details can be found through their corporate website: Sherpa.

With the introduction of the SmartESG Assessment, Sherpa is poised to play a pivotal role in the future of sustainable practices across industries.