Utilize Plc Celebrates Achieving B-Corp Certification

Utilize Plc Celebrates Achieving B-Corp Certification 

A Commitment to Sustainability and Social Responsibility 

We are delighted to announce that Utilize Plc has officially achieved B-Corp certification. This prestigious designation marks an important milestone in our journey towards sustainability and social responsibility. For those who may be unfamiliar with B-Corp, let us explain briefly what it entails. 

What is B-Corp Certification? 

B-Corp certification is awarded to companies that meet the highest standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. It signifies that we are not just in business to make a profit; we are also committed to making a positive impact on our community and the environment. Essentially, it reflects our values and the responsible way we conduct business. 

Being B-Corp certified means that when you do business with Utilize Plc, you are partnering with a company that places equal importance on profit and purpose. We are dedicated to creating value not only for our shareholders but also for our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.  

This certification ensures that our operations are ethical, sustainable, and contribute to the greater good. 

“Achieving B-Corp certification is a proud moment for Utilize Plc. It reflects our increasing commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and the collective hard work of our teams. Together, we continue to make a positive impact on our planet, community and our people, and this certification is a testament to that.”  –  Managing Director, Guy Hocking 

Achieving B-Corp Certification 

Achieving B-Corp certification has been a collective effort, involving many departments across our business. Our dedicated Sustainability Committee, a team of six remarkable individuals, has been the driving force behind this success. Their commitment and hard work over the past 18 months have been instrumental in guiding us through the rigorous certification process. 

We want to take a moment to personally thank everyone involved, both directly and indirectly, in this achievement. Their efforts have been extraordinary, especially considering the challenge of balancing day-to-day responsibilities with the additional work required for certification. This accomplishment is a testament to the team’s dedication to doing the right thing. 

“It has taken an immense amount of dedication and effort from our entire team over the past 18 months to achieve this certification. The rigorous standards we must meet aren’t easily attained. We were already doing a significant amount, and I am delighted we have been able to showcase that and achieve this important accolade.” – Lucy Johnson, Sustainability Committee 

Becoming B-Corp certified was also made significantly easier thanks to the support received from the Ingram Micro Trust X Community. The guidance, framework, and connections provided by this community have been invaluable throughout our journey. Leveraging these relationships has been instrumental in achieving B-Corp certification, and we are immensely grateful for everyone’s support. 

As we celebrate this achievement, we are laser focused on the positive impact we are making together and encourage others to join us in our commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. If you want to find out more, visit our Sustainability page or reach out to the team: sustainability@utilize.co.uk.  

Together, we are making a difference.