The challenges for successful ESG compliance are numerous including lack of comparability/standardization, multi-jurisdictional ESG requirements with constantly evolving mandates, and difficulties in data sourcing. We consider how sustainability and ESG professionals are managing this process and how they ensure their conclusions are on the money.

Social metrics (including human rights, diversity and inclusion, wellness and community engagement) are very hard to track, especially along the supply chain. Nevertheless, these risks are becoming more important to regulators, investors and customers. Where are the biggest gaps in social performance metrics and how should we disclose and measure them?