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Explore the evolving landscape of ESG compliance in India's digital sector with this 7-slide presentation on BRSR in the IT Industry: Opportunities and Gaps. Prepared by SGS India, the deck highlights regulatory context, strategic benefits, key challenges, and actionable insights for IT companies aligning with SEBI's BRSR mandate. Ideal for sustainability teams, CXOs, and ESG consultants.
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BRSR in the IT Industry: Opportunities and Gaps Understanding ESG Reporting for India's Fast-Growing Digital Sector Presented by: [Your Name]
BRSR – A Quick Recap • • Introduced by SEBI in 2021; mandatory for top 1000 listed companies • • Structured ESG reporting replacing BRR • • Covers 3 sections: General, Management & Process, Principle-wise • • Aligned with GRI, SASB, TCFD, UN SDGs
Why BRSR Matters to the IT Sector • • Demand for ESG transparency from global clients • • Sustainability = brand edge in reputation-driven industry • • Focus on Employee Well-being (Principle 3) • • Compliance improves investor confidence
Key Opportunities for IT Companies • • Use tech for automated ESG data collection • • Lower environmental impact = easy green reporting • • Mature governance practices • • Global client ESG alignment • • Showcase DEI and employee wellness
Major Gaps and Challenges • • No ESG materiality assessments • • Data silos • • Limited awareness of NGRBC • • Disproportionate focus on Environmental metrics only • • No assurance of disclosures
Bridging the Gaps – Recommended Actions • • Conduct gap assessments • • Embed ESG into strategy • • Form ESG task forces • • Implement ESG software • • Upskill teams • • Partner with assurance bodies (SGS, DNV)
Conclusion • • IT companies can lead India's BRSR maturity journey • • Shift from compliance to ESG-driven innovation • • Build trust and long-term value • "BRSR is not a burden—it's an opportunity to future-proof your brand." • Contact Info / Q&A