PLEDGE
The pledge is your public commitment to using technology and data ethically, responsibly, and sustainably.
Taking the pledge marks the start of embedding sustainable digitalisation in your organisation, so you don't need to be perfect at the outset. You just need to be able to show demonstrable progress over time.
The pledge
By taking the pledge your organisation is committing to the following:
01
Transparency
We disclose why and how we use technology and data, and engage with impacted stakeholders.
02
Human Centricity & Privacy
We create fair, inclusive, and accessible digital solutions that use data ethically and promote human rights and wellbeing.
03
Data Governance & Security
We proactively manage data and systems, while protecting them from unauthorised access and use.
04
Reliability & Resilience
We prevent or reduce the impact of technological interruptions on our business and stakeholders.
05
Environmental Impact
We measure and manage the environmental footprint of our technology across its lifecycle.
06
Accountability
We set clear digital responsibilities and ensure human oversight across our organisation and supply chain.
Sign the pledge
If you are interested in signing the pledge, or would like to know more, please get in contact with us.
In the meantime here's some answers to questions about acting on the pledge that we are often asked.
How do you embrace sustainable digitalisation?
To embrace sustainable digitalisation, organisations need to treat it as a long-term strategy. It’s not just about leveraging the latest technology, it’s about making sure your digital or technology strategies align with your organisation’s broader environmental, social, and economic (ESG) goals.
Here’s our suggestion on how organisations can approach it:
Who’s responsible for sustainable digitalisation?
Sustainable digitalisation is a team effort. No single person owns it - it needs support across the organisation.
CEO (Chief Executive Officer)
Sets the vision, champions sustainable digitalisation and drives the shift to long-term thinking.
CSO (Chief Sustainability Officer)
Leads the sustainability strategy and connects it to digital materiality, expectations, and KPIs.
CIO/CDO (Chief Information/Digital Officer)
Designs, deploys, and manages the digital solutions in alignment with sustainable digitalisation practices. Measures and manages performance against KPIs.
Take the next step
Now that you've taken the pledge let's show how you're bringing sustainable digitalisation practices to life in your organisation. A great way to do this is by applying our frameworks to both your organisational practices and your digital solutions.