SUSTAINABILITY

Transformation of business models

Business model transformations driven by technology and sustainability goals.

New game-changing business models are emerging owing to digitalisation – new markets are being created that require regulation and new business models are being developed in traditional markets. Sustainable business models will be more flexible and crisis-proof as digitally-enabled businesses will be able to adapt to market expectations faster and better.

Sustainable business models will be more flexible and crisis-proof as digitally-enabled businesses will be able to adapt to market expectations faster and better. Companies that do not meet ESG requirements will find it more difficult to access finance.

New game-changing business models are emerging owing to digitalisation – new markets are being created that require regulation and new business models are being developed in traditional markets, for instance in the energy market.

Sustainable business models will be more resilient to market fluctuations and will be geared towards meeting ESG goals supported by digital tools as well as delivering profitability targets.

Fitting into the climate policies, these business models will be crisis resilient (antifragile) due to their being more immune to crises and supported by frequent regulatory changes. They will be flexible thanks to adaptation to the fast-changing environment. Technology will also enable cost reductions and better risk management.

Industrial revolution 5.0

The ongoing industrial revolution is about greater human-machine collaboration and about using technology to protect the environment.

Sharing economy business models

Big data and fast communication technologies have led to new sharing economy business models. 

Digitalisation and circular economy

Technology also drives the circular transition. It is a development strategy increasing prosperity while reducing and optimising resource consumption.

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Digital transformation

Key digital technologies