The Role of IT | How to Achieve Sustainability

The role of information technology (IT) in achieving sustainability is more critical than ever. To drive sustainability, businesses must access and assess high-quality data, which serves as the cornerstone for developing effective and impactful sustainability strategies. IT experts bring the right skills and analytical frameworks to handle diverse data, making them crucial to improving sustainability performance.

A few weeks ago, at the SustainableIT Symposium & Awards, Denominator was honored in the social category. During the event, valuable insights were shared on how technology and data play a pivotal role in driving sustainability. The latest SustainableIT report outlines actionable strategies that organizations can adopt to leverage IT in enhancing their sustainability efforts.

5 key IT strategies for achieving sustainability

1. Integrate Sustainability into IT Strategy: Sustainability is no longer an afterthought; it is now a core element of IT operations. Leading companies like Cisco and PepsiCo are setting the example, demonstrating how integrating sustainability into IT can drive long-term success.
2. Data Drives Actionable Insights: Real-time data platforms and dashboards are essential for tracking emissions and optimizing resource use. By empowering organizations to act on this data, IT plays a vital role in helping businesses achieve their sustainability goals with precision.
3. Collaboration Magnifies Impact: Overcoming sustainability challenges requires shared knowledge and collective action. Cross-industry collaborations enable organizations to amplify positive change, with IT facilitating the flow of critical data and insights.
4. Ambition and Accountability Lead to Success: Setting bold, transparent, and measurable sustainability targets is essential for long-term success. Companies like Mastercard demonstrate how combining ambitious goals with accountability drives meaningful progress. The company is working toward net-zero emissions by 2040, using internal tools to monitor carbon emissions and uncover efficiency opportunities.
5. Technology as a Catalyst for Social Good: Achieving sustainability through IT isn’t just about environmental outcomes. Initiatives such as UCLA Health’s and Edifecs’ Digital Community Centers showcase how technology can address social inequities while promoting sustainable development.

Elevating the role of IT and data insustainability

As IT and data continue to play a central role in driving sustainability, organizations need access to high-quality, reliable data to make informed decisions and track their progress. At Denominator, we provide the most granular and comprehensive data on social and diversity performance worldwide, helping businesses leverage these insights to shape their sustainability strategies.

With a data base covering over 5 million companies and investment funds, across 195+ countries and 85+ industries, we empower organizations to align their efforts with sustainability goals, particularly in areas such as diversity, human rights, and labor rights. By integrating Denominator’s data into their IT systems, organizations can better assess their impact and drive meaningful, long-term change.

We would also like to thank SustainableIT for the recognition in the social category and for organizing such an insightful event. Additionally, we appreciate the valuable insights from their report, which continues to guide organizations in enhancing their sustainability strategies.

Contact us to learn more about how Denominator’s data solutions can help you achieve your sustainability objectives and make a lasting impact.