CSO Impact Podcast
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Nick Heine on How the Supply Chain is Key for Sustainability
September 5, 2024
In this episode of the CSO Impact Podcast, host Harald Neidhardt interviews Nick Heine, Chief Customer Officer and Chief Sustainability Officer at IntegrityNext. They discuss the role of IntegrityNext as a supply chain sustainability platform and the importance of sustainability in procurement and supply chain management.
Nick shares his journey into the role and highlights the challenges and achievements of IntegrityNext.
They also explore the evolving role of the Chief Sustainability Officer and the need for alignment between legislators and the economy in driving sustainability initiatives.
Takeaways
- IntegrityNext is a supply chain sustainability platform that helps companies comply with ESG and sustainability regulations and improve their sustainability impact.
- The role of the Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) is crucial in connecting different functions within an organization to drive sustainable business practices.
- Sustainability in procurement and supply chain management is essential for reducing carbon emissions, addressing human rights issues, and making a positive impact on the planet.
- The CSO role is evolving and gaining more acceptance in organizations, but in Nick’s opinion it is unlikely to replace the CEO role.
- The regulatory landscape for companies is constantly changing, and better alignment between legislators and the economy is needed to drive effective and efficient sustainability initiatives.