7 Must-Haves for Future-Proof ESG Reporting Software

Key Takeaways

As the saying goes, you don’t know what you don’t know. Navigating an ESG reporting software purchase can be challenging if you're unaware of the latest ESG disclosures and struggle to identify the solution that aligns with your organization's needs. While many vendors claim to offer time and cost savings with ESG data collection and automation, investing in a platform that still requires manual tasks can negate these benefits. Similarly, opting for a feature-rich ESG reporting platform may not be efficient if your organization only utilizes a fraction of its capabilities. 

Download our 7 Must-Haves for Future-Proof ESG Reporting Software checklist to learn:

• What specific features and capabilities you should look for when vetting ESG software reporting providers
• Lists of questions you can ask these vendors to distinguish their ESG platform from the competition
• Why technology is critical in simplifying the process of compiling ESG data to produce timely, trusted ESG reports for internal and external stakeholders
• How ESG reporting teams can better evaluate vendors of ESG disclosure software, and make the right purchasing decision by using this checklist
• Where ESG reporting software can be implemented within your workflow to eliminate time-consuming manual tasks, allowing your ESG reporting team to focus on providing insights
• How Workiva’s ESG reporting software compares to other providers and the specific features and capabilities within the Workiva platform

ESG reporting requirements aren’t slowing down anytime soon, in fact, they’re ramping up. Consumers rely on ESG reports to determine if their spending aligns with a company's values, while investors seek both qualitative and quantitative data to screen potential investments. When investing in ESG reporting software, ensure your choice is future-proof and capable of meeting the evolving challenges in the dynamic landscape of ESG reporting. As ESG disclosure frameworks and global regulations evolve, our checklist provides seven attributes to look for in ESG disclosure software that will evolve right along with you.

And when you’re ready to transform your ESG reporting strategy, Workiva is here to help. Contact us to get started.