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A new Chief Sustainability Officer role can feel like entering a storm of competing priorities. The key to success? Strategic integration. In their Amplify article, authors Paul C. Godfrey and Vishal Gajjar introduce the Sustainability Canvas, a practical framework that helps CSOs and business leaders balance compliance, cost reduction, reputation, and revenue growth. By mapping sustainability efforts across business functions, leaders can align stakeholder interests, drive measurable impact, and turn sustainability into a competitive advantage. If you're tackling sustainability at the executive level, this tool is a game-changer. Learn how to move beyond fragmented efforts and create a sustainability strategy that delivers economic and social value. Read more below or here: https://lnkd.in/efY5Z24g #Sustainability #Leadership #Strategy #CSO #BusinessTransformation #Amplify Arthur D. Little

Digital transformation isn’t just about technology, it’s about orchestrating people, processes, and strategy to drive real impact. Yet, many organizations struggle with change fatigue, resistance, and misalignment. A CMO can build the strategic bridge over these gaps. Learn how via a real-world case study on a CMO-led transformation. Understand the key success metrics for measuring change effectiveness and prepare for the challenges and risks in CMO implementation—and how to overcome them. The question isn’t if you need a CMO, but how to implement one effectively. Read Orchestrating Change: Implementing a CMO for Digital Transformation Success: https://lnkd.in/eJD37Jy7 #digitaltransformation #CMO #leadership

Not all hydropower projects are created equal. Some support biodiversity, community engagement, and environmental restoration—while others disrupt ecosystems and communities. The difference? A whole-system approach to energy procurement. Too often, energy buyers prioritize two simple criteria: is it renewable, and is it new? But sustainable energy must go beyond electrons—it must also safeguard biodiversity, respect local communities, and create long-term resilience. Authors Shannon Ames and Whitney Stovall explore how the Low Impact Hydropower Institute (LIHI) is redefining what “sustainable” means in hydropower and why energy buyers have the power to reshape the industry. The future of renewable energy depends on smarter procurement decisions. Learn more below or here: https://lnkd.in/eXEAuv35 #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #Hydropower #ESG #EnergyInnovation

Lack of strategic alignment between leadership and management make sustainability commitments notoriously tough to deliver. In this article, Scott Tew, Laura Asiala and Matt Mayberry examine how Trane Technologies successfully embedded sustainability into its core strategy, ensuring execution at every level. The lesson? Sustainability must be more than a goal—it must be a business driver. Read the article below or here: https://lnkd.in/eKFaN7yE #Sustainability #Leadership #Strategy #BusinessTransformation #Amplify Arthur D. Little

Accelerating progress towards gender equity requires action. Over the past few months, we have launched initiatives to support, mentor, and empower women at Arthur D. Little. Our Women’s Business Network is fostering connections and advocacy. A new Global Mentorship Program is providing guidance and support, with the first mentor-mentee sessions already underway. Next, we will introduce a Coaching Program to further invest in career development.? ? Progress requires action, and we remain committed to building a more inclusive workplace.? ? #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

Too often, organizations treat sustainability as a series of fragmented initiatives rather than an integrated, long-term strategy. The result? Missed economic opportunities and a lack of real impact. In Kelly Cooper and Neil Hawkins' Amplify article, they explore why "constancy of purpose" is the key to unlocking the full economic value of sustainability. Companies that embed sustainability into their core business strategy—not just as a compliance requirement but as a driver of innovation and growth—are outpacing competitors and securing long-term value. Learn how your organization can move beyond short-term targets and create lasting, profitable change. Read the full article below or here: https://lnkd.in/eQZ_aTre #Sustainability #BusinessStrategy #Leadership #Transformation #Amplify Arthur D. Little

?? New in Amplify journal: Corporate Sustainability Strategies: Part I — Unifying Efforts for Greater Impact! Understanding the interconnectedness of climate, water, nature, and business is more critical than ever. Tackling our planetary crises demands proven strategies, and businesses that adopt this approach can drive meaningful, lasting impact. This issue of Amplify illustrates how an integrated, whole-of-business approach to corporate sustainability can empower the private sector to drive sustainability while benefiting the environment. With gratitude to Guest Editors Margaret O'Gorman and Frank Werner of World Environment Center for leading this important issue and the expert authors from academia, business and industry — Ali Ayach and Farhan Mirza of Arthur D. Little, Shannon Ames,?Laura Asiala, Kelly Cooper, Vishal Gajjar, Paul C. Godfrey, Neil Hawkins, Matt Mayberry,?Whitney D. Stovall, MPA and Scott Tew for their insightful contributions. Explore the challenges and opportunities of unifying sustainability efforts and discover strategies for greater impact! ?? Read the full issue below or here: https://lnkd.in/eXxiUKYj #sustainability #corporatesustainability #leadership #sustainablevaluecreation #CSO #hydropower #healthcare #amplify

?? Call for Papers! Accepting abstracts for consideration for an upcoming Amplify journal on the dynamic role of corporate boards, with Guest Editor Mirko Benischke, Prof of Global Strategy at Erasmus University Rotterdam. Grappling with existential dilemmas driven by societal transitions, geopolitical tensions, global crises, and the transformative power of technology, how can boards establish the right priorities and embrace strategies that lead to resilient, agile, and effective governance? ?? We’re seeking innovative articles that explore these pressing issues, and offer fresh perspectives on governance, priority-setting, and decision making. Join the conversation and help shape the next wave of thought leadership in boardroom practices. Submit your ~300 word abstract for consideration. For more info, visit https://lnkd.in/gBHWNHyV #callforpapers #corporateboards #governance #stakeholders #boardroom #technology #AI #amplify Arthur D. Little

As we embrace AI, cloud, and digital innovation, it's impossible to ignore the environmental cost of data centers. Author Armand Smits explores the Climate Neutral Data Centre Pact (CNDCP)—a collaborative initiative with the European Commission to achieve climate-neutral data centers by 2030 and offers some key practices for sustainable growth: forging partnerships, leveraging templates, and advancing inclusive audits. Read the article below or here: https://lnkd.in/ezs288zB #Sustainability #Leadership #Innovation #Amplify Arthur D. Little

As AI accelerates, the skills ecosystem approaches a crossroads: will AI augmentation yield real productivity gains, or will automation erode the expertise needed to sustain growth? The authors of "Someone using AI will replace you, but who will replace them?" challenge leaders to consider these key questions: ??What tasks can be augmented vs. automated? ??How can organizations retain and develop critical skills amid rapid AI adoption? ??Are you ready to manage the human-AI ecosystem of tomorrow? AI isn’t just a tool—it’s reshaping workflows, decision-making, and the very nature of expertise. Explore how leaders can balance technology integration with sustainable talent strategies to thrive in a rapidly evolving world. Read the article below or here: https://lnkd.in/eE3gZ-PS #Leadership #AI #TalentManagement #FutureOfWork #Amplify Arthur D. Little