Sherpa’s SmartESG Becomes Official GRI Licensed Software Partner

Sherpa's SmartESG Now an Official GRI Licensed Partner

Sherpa & Company, headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, has officially registered its enterprise sustainability disclosure support cloud, SmartESG, as a GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) Licensed Software and Tools Partner effective May 21, 2025. This registration marks a significant achievement for Sherpa, as the GRI is a globally recognized non-profit organization known for developing widely adopted sustainability reporting standards.

What is GRI Licensed Software & Tools Partner?

The GRI Licensed Software & Tools Partner program supports software companies in ensuring accurate and efficient compliance with GRI Standards for sustainability information. SmartESG has earned this recognition due to its ability to adhere properly to the GRI Standards, providing a structured approach to sustainability disclosure. As a result, SmartESG will enhance its capability to respond more accurately and efficiently to the GRI Standards in the future.

Reinforcing Value through Partnership

With the new partnership, Sherpa aims to strengthen the global sustainability disclosure processes of businesses by providing support in compliance with GRI international guidelines. Businesses that implement SmartESG will see improved efficiency in their sustainability disclosure practices.

SmartESG facilitates adherence to various sustainability disclosure regulations and standards by streamlining data collection and disclosure support. Following the license acquisition, the service will assist companies in the data gathering and disclosure process in alignment with GRI guidelines, creating a more fluid environment for sustainability information practices.

Enhancing Global Disclosure Requirements

The GRI collaborates with the ESRS (European Sustainability Reporting Standards) and the ISSB (International Sustainability Standards Board) regarding interoperability among standards. Therefore, GRI-certified SmartESG will continue to be an effective tool for global sustainability disclosure, helping organizations utilize information efficiently in a worldwide context. Sherpa commits to keeping a close eye on international developments and expanding SmartESG's capabilities to meet practical needs

Further enhancing usability for businesses adopting SmartESG, Sherpa plans to extend functionalities in response to ongoing trends in sustainability disclosure regulations and user demand, aiming to bolster confidence and effectiveness as a sustainability data platform for corporate sustainability management.

About GRI

The GRI provides an independent international framework for sustainability reporting, facilitating organizations in taking accountability for the impacts of their economic activities. The GRI Standards, known for being comprehensive in covering ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) criteria and emphasizing disclosure to a broad array of stakeholders, are utilized by over 14,000 organizations across more than 100 countries, making it the most widely used global sustainability reporting standard. By providing this framework, GRI promotes sustainability reporting practices and supports organizations in taking actions that deliver economic, environmental, and social benefits.

Overview of SmartESG

SmartESG is a cloud service that centralizes sustainability data within organizations, enabling analysis and improvement of sustainability activities. It consolidates external assessments and sustainability disclosure information through the SmartESG Database, standardizing information management and collection processes via the SmartESG Workflow. This significantly improves the efficiency of disclosure requests and survey response tasks.

Additionally, the aggregated sustainability data can be mapped using the SmartESG Matrix, highlighting commonalities and importance across various evaluation bodies and disclosure standards. Through SmartESG Benchmark, companies can identify best practices for disclosure from benchmark firms, enhancing their sustainability evaluation from the market.

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