Navigating Responsible Sourcing
Leveraging ESG to Open New Market Opportunities for SMEs
Pune | 7 August 2025 | 10:00 – 14:00 IST
In today’s fast-evolving business landscape, responsible sourcing and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles have become more than ethical aspirations - they’re critical pathways to securing new market opportunities, partnerships, and sustainable growth. While large corporations often lead ESG-driven initiatives, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are increasingly expected to align with responsible supply chain practices to remain competitive.
Global regulations like the EU Green Deal, Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, and rising consumer expectations are reshaping sourcing landscapes. ESG criteria are now key factors in supplier selection, investment decisions, and brand partnerships.
For SMEs, this presents both a challenge and an opportunity; limited resources and awareness can make ESG integration seem daunting. At the same time, companies that proactively adopt responsible sourcing practices can position themselves as preferred suppliers, open access to new tenders and B2B contracts, and enhance their long-term resilience.
This workshop is designed to equip SMEs with practical insights and strategies on how to leverage responsible sourcing and ESG frameworks to not only meet compliance demands but to actively unlock new business opportunities.
Participants will receive a digital Certificate of Participation.
Why You Should Attend
This workshop will help participants:
- Understand ESG and responsible sourcing concepts relevant to SMEs.
- learn from real-world SME case studies that have successfully integrated ESG to win new business.
- Develop practical, actionable steps SMEs can take to meet growing social and environmental expectations.
- Connect with peers and industry experts to exchange ideas, challenges, and solutions.
- Identify market trends and opportunities linked to responsible supply chain practices.
Who Should Attend
This workshop is ideal for:
- Business owners and managing directors
- Sourcing and supply chain managers
- Sustainability, ESG, and compliance officers
- Business development and market strategy leaders
- Industry associations and business support organisations working with SMEs
Whether your business is just starting to explore ESG or actively seeking ways to improve your responsible sourcing practices, this session offers valuable guidance and peer collaboration.
Join Us and Take the Market Advantage
Stay ahead of regulatory shifts, meet your clients' evolving expectations, and unlock new market possibilities by making responsible sourcing a core part of your business strategy.
Registration Fee
Per participant rate – inclusive of:
- Workshop fees and self-study materials
- Refreshments and lunch
- Goodie bag including stationery
- Certificate of Participation.
*Early bird pricing will be applicable only to registrations received through the Registration Form until 8 July 2025. Registration period (standard price) ends 23 July 2025.
Tentative Agenda
