ISOS Group incorporates various aspects of sustainability, along with those embodied by the international community when implementing sustainability as an operating solution

It seems as if sustainability has been added to the list of buzz words that have recently emerged. Many might have heard about sustainable design through green buildings that are eco-conscious and energy efficient; sustainable agriculture through techniques that are in tune with natural processes rather than those that degrade our natural resources. Others may associate the term with sustainable development by balancing our needs with goods that are sourced in an ethical manner. For others sustainable practices are reflected through corporate social responsibility.

The reality is that we live in an age of globalization where the world is our marketplace and whether we like it or not, we are dependent on a limited amount of resources. Coincidentally, present and future systems are interdependent and our decisions could directly and indirectly impact our lives. Our existence depends on healthy ecological support systems and the preservation of resources for future generations.

International, regional and domestic policies have been influential in establishing standards for preserving natural resources. The Rio Summit held in 1992 set the stage for sustainable development strategies as it was enshrined in Agenda 21 and later enforced in Johannesburg in 2002.

Companies, organizations and governments are finding it increasingly difficult to maintain their reputations when operating behaviors are visible. Employees too will have to play a greater role in reshaping working environments. At the same time systems will have to become more efficient while success will be documented in a more transparent manner. All the above will be critical in modeling sustainable operating behaviors.