The role of management in creating sustainable value

Modern management has a responsibility to integrate sustainability into corporate strategy, aligning financial objectives with ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) criteria. This combination responds not only to reputational risk, but also to the growing emergence of regulatory frameworks and international standards that seek to guide transparency and accountability in impact management.

In today's business environment, management is in a position where it must play a strategic role in generating sustainable value. It must be able to balance economic and financial results with positive social and environmental impacts.

Leaders face the challenge of mobilizing their teams toward shared goals, fostering collaboration and commitment to initiatives that reduce environmental footprints and generate positive social impact.

To do this, they must establish policies that reduce environmental risks, promote fair labor practices, and strengthen ethical governance. Examples of key performance indicators (KPIs) are those related to carbon emissions, diversity and inclusion, and regulatory compliance, ensuring that progress is measurable and verifiable. 

In this way, management becomes a catalyst for significant long-term value, ensuring the sustainability of the business and its contribution to global development.

Lorena Cortalezzi Audit manager from Auren Uruguay