Driving Value from Integrated Sustainability

May 18, 2010 Featured Article Driving Value from Integrated Sustainability: High Performance Lessons from the Leaders Do companies committed to sustainable business practices pay a price for their efforts? On the contrary, new research from Accenture indicates that sustainability leaders tend to reap considerable rewards. The report offers tangible lessons of how leaders are gaining firm ground in sustainability. Read more In this issue Consumer Views on Energy Efficiency Fresh Assessments of City Governments Six Questions Government Executives Should Ask About Cloud Computing Use of Outsourcing on the Rise in China Consumer Views on Energy Efficiency Utilities/Energy/Sustainability People want increased energy efficiency, and electricity providers are responding with initiatives such as smart grids and smart metering. However, the top efficiency challenge could be working more closely with consumers. Accenture helps lay the groundwork, with a report summarizing the energy efficiency perspectives of more than 9,000 consumers in 17 countries. Read more Fresh Assessments of City Governments Cross Public Sector The Accenture Global Cities Forum (GCF) is Accenture's ongoing study of how people relate to, and connect with, government. The most recent GCF report looks at how Delhi, Johannesburg, Mexico City and Rio de Janeiro are addressing residents' needs in areas such as safety, social programs and health care. Read more Six Questions Government Executives Should Ask About Cloud Computing Cross Public Sector Companies from banks to beverage makers are high on cloud computing. But is government different, given its often unique concerns and constraints? Accenture developed six questions that government decision makers should consider asking about cloud computing. A studied response could help identify the opportunities and risks an agency might encounter. Read more Use of Outsourcing on the Rise in China Business Process Outsourcing/IT Outsourcing China's outsourcing industry is gaining strength, scope and worldwide market and investor attention. Building on a 2009 research project sanctioned by the China Council of International Investment Promotion, Accenture analyzes input from outsourcing providers, multinational purchasers of outsourcing services, and government officials. Read more Update your profile Send to a friend View My Outlook archive Request our services Stay Connected Accenture Podcasts Twitter YouTube Accenture RSS Facebook LinkedIn The My Outlook you receive from Accenture is determined by your profile information. If you are not receiving the most relevant content, please update your profile. This is a promotional message from Accenture that may contain research, analysis or marketing information. If you do not wish to receive My Outlook, please request removal from this e-mail list or request removal from all Accenture e-mail communications. Accenture is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your information. Please review our privacy statement for additional information. © 1996-2010 Accenture All Rights Reserved