Sustainability measures: a stakeholder focus beyond shareholders

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to provoke a reflection on how sustainability may be measured to predict future performance to inform diverse stakeholders in their assessment of organizations.

Design/methodology/approach

Conceptual.

Findings

Propositions have been developed for considerations in elaborating future measures.

Originality/value

A rigorous examination of the pertinence of current sustainability measures and assumptions has been carried out to provide a foundation for the future development of forward-looking sustainability measures. Integration of stakeholder management capabilities and environmental, social and governance measures to support sustainable business development strategies.

Citation

Tetrault Sirsly, C.-A. (2015), "Sustainability measures: a stakeholder focus beyond shareholders", World Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and Sustainable Development, Vol. 11 No. 1, pp. 17-31. https://doi.org/10.1108/WJEMSD-07-2014-0019