A new Sustainable Procurement publication, examines how procurement drives sustainable business outcomes. Featuring practical tools, case studies, and expert insights, the report explores how companies are reshaping supply chains to reduce emissions, protect human rights, foster transparency, and embed circularity.
Sustainability is a broad topic, and a great place to begin is with your company’s procurement operations. Procurement is a powerful lever for change, not only for your business but also for creating a positive impact in the world. Incorporating sustainable supply chain practices can reduce risk, increase brand value by 15 to 30 percent, lower supply chain costs by 9 to 16 percent, and even boost revenue by 5 to 20 percent.
Key takeaways from the report include:
- Aligning procurement strategies with broader sustainability priorities to deliver measurable impact
- Leveraging supply chains to reduce environmental footprint and carbon emissions
- Protecting human rights and promoting ethical practices across suppliers
- Increasing transparency and accountability in procurement processes
- Embedding circularity and resource efficiency in sourcing decisions
By integrating sustainability into procurement, businesses can generate benefits for people, the planet, and the market while building resilience and long-term value. This publication equips companies with actionable strategies to transform procurement from a functional process into a driver of sustainable growth.
Learn more about how your business can advance sustainability through procurement through the UN Global Compact website.
