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A few weeks ago, I sat down with Thrive - Social Impact Software to discuss how we’ve implemented social value throughout our business. Reading back through this article and reflecting on all we’ve achieved in the last 2 years has been refreshing - we’ve not only improved our business performance but we’ve positively impacted so many communities across the U.K. - beyond the infrastructure projects we work on. It’s a part of the business I’m so proud to lead on and I’m looking forward to where our social value journey will take us in 2025 and beyond!
How did one company start scoring 20% higher on bids? VolkerLaser successfully implemented social value thinking throughout the business – from the boardroom to the front-line staff and the results were exceptional. Thank you Kelly Gracie MCIM for sharing your expertise and experience. This detailed article will give many social value professionals relevant, actionable ideas on how to handle the process of managing both up and down within the organisation to ensure that there is proper buy-in and a clear understanding of how social value is relevant at every level. And as Kelly says:“It’s because everybody has bought into this that it’s worked.” Finally, congratulations on your VolkerWessels UK Platinum Award for your work as a sustainability, environment and social value champion Kelly. You’ve earned it! #SocialValue #BuiltEnvironment #Construction #Sustainability #PublicProcurement
Head of Sustainability and Inclusion at VolkerWessels UK
1moWell done Kelly and VolkerLaser - your social value journey has been amazing, and this article is a real testament to the hard work that's been put in to achieve this 😀