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Retail Sustainability - Strategic Framework
July 2022 • Sustainability strategy and governance analysis
Strategic Map: Retail Sustainability Landscape
ESG frameworks and sustainability governance structures
Attribution: This map is licensed under CC-BY-SA 4.0 by Simon Wardley. View the original work on Miro.
Map Overview
Key Insights
- • ESG frameworks becoming central to corporate strategy
- • Supply chain transparency as competitive advantage
- • Regulatory compliance driving sustainability adoption
- • Stakeholder engagement essential for success
Strategic Implications
- • Sustainability measurement becoming standardized
- • Corporate sovereignty through ESG leadership
- • Information architecture enabling transparency
- • Regulatory frameworks shaping business models
Key Components
Measurement
Carbon neutral tracking, sanctions, and environmental metrics
Supply Chain Awareness
Transparency and visibility across supplier networks
Integrity
Trust, ESG frameworks, and stakeholder relationships
Corporate Sovereignty
Social and economic governance structures
Learning Points
Governance Structures: How ESG frameworks create corporate sovereignty
Stakeholder Management: Balancing customer, supplier, and internal needs
Regulatory Compliance: Understanding how regulations shape sustainability strategy
Transparency Architecture: Building systems for supply chain visibility