As the world becomes increasingly aware of the importance of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues, the demand for ESG consulting is taking off. As a result, there is a great opportunity for consultants to become leaders in the emerging field of ESG, particularly in the areas of decarbonisation and sustainability.

One way that consultants can differentiate themselves in the ESG space is by creating their own reporting guidelines and tracking systems. With regulations around ESG issues growing, having a system in place to accurately track and report on a company’s ESG performance is becoming increasingly important. Professional services firms that are able to provide this type of service will be in high demand.

In order to provide continuous engagement with their clients and keep track of their ESG performance, consultants will need to use sophisticated digital tools. Low-code platforms like Assembler can be particularly useful in this regard, as they allow consultants to rapidly build customised reporting tools that can quickly adapt as compliance needs continue to evolve.

As noted by Jeff Seabright, former Chief Sustainability Officer at Unilever, “ESG has become a critical factor in how companies are evaluated by investors, consumers, and regulators. Those that are able to effectively manage and communicate their ESG performance will be at a significant advantage.” By using low-code platforms like Assembler, consultants can help their clients stay ahead of the curve and effectively manage and communicate their ESG performance.

In addition to the benefits for consultants and their clients, the use of low-code platforms for ESG reporting also has the potential to drive greater overall transparency and accountability in the business world. As noted by the Global Reporting Initiative, “Transparency is essential for sustainability. It allows stakeholders to understand an organisation’s impact and to hold it accountable for its actions.” By using low-code platforms to create customised reporting tools, consultants can help their clients provide greater transparency and accountability in their ESG practices, and at high speed in a rapidly changing world.

There is a great opportunity for consultants to be leaders in the emerging field of ESG, particularly in the areas of decarbonisation and sustainability. By creating their own reporting and tracking systems, and using sophisticated digital tools built on low-code platforms like Assembler, consultants can provide continuous engagement with their clients and help them effectively manage and communicate their ESG performance. In doing so, they can differentiate themselves in the ESG space, provide value to their clients, and drive greater transparency and accountability in the business world.