Societal transitions and sustainability

Current economic activities deplete resources and disrupt regional, national and global ecosystems and natural cycles. Social and political pressure to be energy-neutral and more circular is increasing. However, societal challenges also offer new market opportunities and can be important drivers of technology development and innovation in products and processes. For instance, digitisation can help make production chains more sustainable through more efficient use of materials. The high-tech supply network can also have an important social impact through the development of components for sectors such as energy, healthcare and food. In addition, employees find it increasingly important to work for companies that have a positive impact and where the culture is not only focused on economic profit, but also on social value (purpose). Attention by the high-tech supply network to its contribution to social transitions can increase the attractiveness of the sector for new talent.

Ambition

An energy-efficient and circular supply network with visible social value and thus an attractive employer. The high-tech supply network wants to make a positive contribution to social tasks. This can be done at the level of market, chain, company, product and materials. New circular business models must ultimately be economically viable. The more the sector can demonstrate its positive social impact, the more attractive it will become for workers.