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Chapter 1: 7: a Introduction Call to action
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next steps
One of the most important findings of this systematic knowledge review on
embedding sustainability is that practice is currently leading theory in a meaningful
way. Practitioners are currently at the ‘front lines’ of this evolving area and have
much to contribute to our understanding of how to embed sustainability. It is clear
from this review that there is a great need for research in this area. In particular,
there is a need for researchers to engage with and learn from those practitioners
that are ‘living’ this every day in their own organizations. We invite you to join our
ongoing conversation and work in this area by visiting the Network for Business
Sustainability’s Culture topic page at www.nbs.net/knowledge/culture.
baseline/gap analysis or
new program implementation
Use the portfolio assessment tool to conduct a baseline
assessment and gap analysis for the organization as a whole.
Or, use the framework to plan what practices you will use to
support the implementation of a particular program.
step 1
When conducting a baseline/gap analysis, place a check mark next to
the practices that you already employ. If you are planning a new program,
place a check mark beside those that you plan to employ.
step 2
take a look at the distribution. do you make use of a sub-set of practices
from each quadrant? are you making use of the supported practices? do
you expend too much energy in one quadrant at the expense of others?
step 3
Circle additional practices that you might want to consider, emphasizing
those that have been demonstrated to be effective. See the full systematic
review for more details making use of the framework.