Recently, a discussion was held among experts on information disclosure and corporate communication to enhance corporate value.
The content reflects our understanding of the impact and position of sustainability in our corporate management.
Published in Edge International’s corporate media
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Since its official release last December, we have been receiving feedback from investors (institutional investors and venture capitalists) and business companies (including start-ups), and have been developing more effective functions, especially from the practical viewpoint of impact management. As a major update, we are pleased to announce the release of an automated function utilizing AI, which we have been testing and developing for some time.
With this, impactlake™, which has been offered as an “impact management tool,” will be positioned as an “impact management agent” for more individualized and flexible operations, based on the concept of “eliminating the need for personalization in the formal aspects of impact management. The company’s impactlake™ will be positioned as an “impact management agent” for more individualized and flexible operations, and will play a broader role in operations for the execution of sustainability strategies.
The importance of sustainability management has become a given fact for many companies. On the other hand, many companies are still trying to integrate these efforts into their management strategies, utilize them in business and investment decision-making, and promote them as part of their corporate culture to their employees and stakeholders. In this context, we understand that the concept of impact (not a word) can function as a common language for multi-stakeholders in the creation of corporate and social value.
On the other hand, it is also true that there are still challenges in impact management from both quantitative and qualitative perspectives, and IMPACTLAKE has been providing various services to help institutional investors, business companies, and other impact generators overcome such hurdles. We will continue to expand these activities in the future. As such activities are expected to expand further in the future, IMPACTLAKE has developed this solution to enable a gradual shift from outsourcing to self-management and in-house production, and to improve company-wide understanding and awareness of impact management, by enabling those who create impact to accumulate their own know-how and information. The solution was developed to enable a gradual shift from outsourcing to in-house production and to improve company-wide understanding and awareness of impact management.
The development of the methodology is based on IMPACTLAKE’s knowledge of impact management at various stages and in various industries through various types of support, and reflects the methodology developed through collaboration* with major institutional investors and academic institutions with the aim of establishing impact management from a practical viewpoint. While further development and integration of methods in this area is expected in the future, IMPACTLAKE and impactlake™ will continue to examine the various frameworks and functions from a practical perspective.
*Refference：The Evolution of Impact Accounting and Utilization of Logic-Model in Corporate Strategy
The UPDATE adds functions such as automatic judgment and information output using AI to the existing impact management functions, especially for areas with a high degree of flexibility (e.g., initiatives and target issue areas that differ from user to user). (Additional functions will be released in due course.)
IMPACTLAKE will continue to promote the development of solutions that contribute to impact management.
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IMPACTLAKE has entered into a strategic business alliance agreement with Edge International, Inc. (Location: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Yoshitaka Aso), Japanese Leading IR support firm, to strengthen corporate transformation (CX) support for client companies.
As an IR support company with a top-class track record in the industry, Edge International, Inc. has been helping client companies build a corporate value enhancement story that appeals to their uniqueness and future potential through the production of integrated reports. With the spread of integrated reports and the development of a framework for ESG information disclosure, the information disclosed by companies has been expanded, and dialogue with investors and other stakeholders has become more fulfilling. At the same time, it will become increasingly important to explain more logically how the information is related to the uniqueness and future potential of the company. In addition, a logical growth story and quality content drawn from information collected extensively while working with the client company will become a powerful tool to support corporate reform not only in the area of information disclosure, but also in terms of human resources, organization, and business.
Through this strategic business alliance, the two firms will further improve the quality of corporate communications by making the growth stories of existing and new clients more logical and actionable. Furthermore, we aim to realize sustainable and competitive management of Japanese companies by combining “verbalization and storytelling” with “impact management support”.
IMPACTLAKE will continue various initiatives and collaborations in the field to promote the simultaneous achievement of social value creation and sustainable growth for companies, contributing to the realization of a sustainable society.
https://www.edge-intl.co.jp/
Headquater：Minato-ku, Tokyo
President：Yoshitaka Aso
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IMPACTLAKE has conducted joint research on the evolution of impact accounting and the use of logic models in business strategy with Nomura Asset Management (Location: Koto-ku, Tokyo; CEO and President: Hiroyasu Koike; hereinafter “Nomura Asset Management”) and Professor Yumiko Miwa (School of Commerce, Meiji University). The results of this joint research have been published in the monthly journal “Gekkan Shihon Shijou”(Japanese) by the Capital Markets Research Institute.
As businesses aim for sustainability, Impact Management—advanced ESG—is becoming more vital. Our joint research simplifies Impact Management, using Impact-Weighted Accounts to quantify impact universally. This method includes a logic model for visualizing corporate ripple effects and articulating business strategies. By adopting this integrated approach, we highlight the practical importance of Impact Management for companies and investors.
The research suggests practical ways for Impact Management and includes specific analyses for individual companies. The results highlight challenges like the need for broader use to enhance disclosure and reduce burdens. However, it also shows that the methodology is currently useful.
IMPACTLAKE will continue various initiatives and collaborations in the field to promote the simultaneous achievement of social value creation and sustainable growth for companies, contributing to the realization of a sustainable society.
An Integrated Model of Logic Model and Impact Accounting in Sustainable Company Management
Reona Sekino (Chief Executive Officer, IMPACTLAKE Co. Ltd.)
Toshiyuki Imamura (Head of Responsible Investment Dept. Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd.)
Yumiko Miwa (Professor, School of Commerce, Meiji University)
Published on Gekkan Shihon Shijou (Capital Market Research Institute)
URL：https://www.camri.or.jp/pages/286/（Japanese）
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IMPACTLAKE is pleased to announce that we have entered into a strategic business alliance agreement with HR Governance Leaders K.K. (President & CEO: Shigeru Uchigasaki, hereinafter “HRGL”). With this agreement, IMPACTLAKE and HRGL will begin consulting services for client companies, conducting research on impact creation, and collaborating to help Japanese companies create innovation and achieve sustainable management through impact creation.
As a trusted ” primary care doctor” for CEOs, HRGL has been helping many companies to create sustainable growth stories. In its Mid-term Vision 2030, HRGL states that the value it seeks to realize is “to maximize the true corporate value of Japanese leading companies. Behind this is a strong desire to “contribute to the enhancement of true value, which includes not only market capitalization, but also future financial value and social impact.
Based on this strategic business alliance with HRGL, IMPACTLAKE will provide consulting services in the area of impact management to existing and new clients, and accelerate research and spreading awareness about impact creation, aiming to create innovation and realize sustainable management through impact creation for Japanese companies.
IMPACTLAKE will continue to promote impact management support (visualization of impact) and the creation of new impact-based markets (valorization of impact) through IMPACTLAKE™, with the aim of creating social value and sustainable growth for companies.
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IMPACTLAKE has published joint research results, developed with the support and collaboration of leading institutional investor and the academic institution, focusing on the evolution of impact accounting and the use of logic models in business strategies on a Japanese journal, Disclosure&IR (TAKARA D＆IR Research Institute).
As businesses aim for sustainability, Impact Management—advanced ESG—is becoming more vital. Our joint research simplifies Impact Management, using Impact-Weighted Accounts to quantify impact universally. This method includes a logic model for visualizing corporate ripple effects and articulating business strategies. By adopting this integrated approach, we highlight the practical importance of Impact Management for companies and investors.
IMPACTLAKE will continue various initiatives and collaborations in the field to promote the simultaneous achievement of social value creation and sustainable growth for companies, contributing to the realization of a sustainable society.
Tentative Study on Impact Management
～Proposals for Integrated Logicmodels on Corporate Strategy～
Reona Sekino (Chief Executive Officer, IMPACTLAKE Co. Ltd.)
Toshiyuki Imamura (Head of Responsible Investment Dept. Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd.)
Yumiko Miwa (Professor, School of Commerce, Meiji University)
Published on Disclosure&IR (TAKARA D＆IR Research Institute)
URL：https://www.dirri.co.jp/pub/（Japanese）
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IMPACTLAKE Co. Ltd. (Location: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Reona Sekino), in partnership with Real Tech Holdings Co., Ltd. (Location: Sumida-ku, Tokyo, Representatives: Yukihiro Maru, Akihiko Nagata), has supported the creation and publication of impact report for Eco-Pork Co., Ltd. (Location: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Takashi Kambayashi).
This support is part of the collaboration announced in November 2023, aimed at enhancing and sophisticating support for impact startups. Since summer 2023, IMPACTLAKE and Real Tech Holdings have been providing practical support including impact measurement and management (IMM) to Eco-Pork, a pig farming tech startup whose vision is to “bridging meat culture to the next generation” and a portfolio company of the Real Tech Fund, a VC managed by Real Tech Holdings.
As a result of Eco-Pork’s business promotion and our support including the establishment of an IMM system and flow, and the construction and quantification of a logic model using the impact management tool “impactlake™,” Eco-Pork was selected for “J-Startup Impact,” a program operated by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) in October 2023.
As one of the external outcomes of the practical support, we support the preparation and publication of Eco-Pork’s Impact Report.
The main contents of this report are as follows:
This report is available on the Real tech Holdings and Eco-Pork websites.
IMPACTLAKE and Real Tech Holdings will continue to enhance support through ongoing impact measurement and management using the impactlake™ platform, aiming for Eco-Pork’s impact IPO, among other strategic initiatives.
In addition, we will further strengthen our collaboration to realize impact measurement and management flows and systems for investees in the Real Tech Fund No.4 established in November 2023 and other funds under Real Tech Holdings’ management.
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IMPACTLAKE’s impact management tool, impactlake™, has been in beta testing since October last year. We’re pleased to announce its official launch after working with investors (institutional and venture capitalists) and businesses, including startups, and incorporating their feedback.
As businesses and companies strive to create more value and increase their societal impact, addressing ESG issues has become a top priority. With the growing evidence of the diverse connections between ESG and corporate value, the significance of advanced ESG-focused impact management is on the rise.
On the other hand, achieving effective impact management still poses challenges in terms of both quantity and quality. IMPACTLAKE has been offering services to institutional investors, businesses, and other impact-driven entities to help them overcome these hurdles. As these activities are expected to grow, we developed this tool to allow impact generators to accumulate knowledge and information. This facilitates a gradual shift from outsourcing to self-driven approaches, promoting a company-wide understanding and awareness of impact management.
In creating this tool, we leveraged IMPACTLAKE’s experience in impact management across different stages and industries, gained through diverse support. We collaborated with the major institutional investor and the academic institution to establish a practical approach to impact management. Looking ahead, we anticipate further advancements and integrations in this field. IMPACTLAKE and impactlake™ will continue to refine frameworks and functionalities based on practical considerations.
*Reference Paper ：The Evolution of Impact Accounting and Utilization of Logic-Model in Corporate Strategy
This tool is a full-stack impact management solution primarily designed for businesses and investors. It offers the following key functionalities (For more details, please inquire):
IMPACTLAKE will continue to drive business and solution development that contributes to impact management in the future.
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IMPACTLAKE has released joint research results, developed with the support and collaboration of leading institutional investor and the academic institution, focusing on the evolution of impact accounting and the use of logic models in business strategies.
As businesses aim for sustainability, Impact Management—advanced ESG—is becoming more vital. Our joint research simplifies Impact Management, using Impact-Weighted Accounts to quantify impact universally. This method includes a logic model for visualizing corporate ripple effects and articulating business strategies. By adopting this integrated approach, we highlight the practical importance of Impact Management for companies and investors.
The research suggests practical ways for Impact Management and includes specific analyses for individual companies. The results highlight challenges like the need for broader use to enhance disclosure and reduce burdens. However, it also shows that the methodology is currently useful.
IMPACTLAKE will continue various initiatives and collaborations in the field to promote the simultaneous achievement of social value creation and sustainable growth for companies, contributing to the realization of a sustainable society.
Progress of Impact Accounting and Utilization of Logic Model in Corporate Strategy
～Proposals for new management methods for impact oriented corporate management and the realization of a sustainable society～
Reona Sekino (Chief Executive Officer, IMPACTLAKE Co. Ltd.)
Toshiyuki Imamura (Head of Responsible Investment Dept. Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd.)
Yumiko Miwa (Professor, School of Commerce, Meiji University)
Published on the Social Science Research Network (SSRN).
URL：https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4645148（English version）
※The Japanese version of this paper is scheduled to be published in a domestic journal from early to spring 2024.
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For companies, purpose-driven and sustainable management has unquestionably become a top agenda. Particularly in startups, while factors such as sustainability (ESG) considerations, including governance, are naturally taken into account, the evaluation is relatively more focused on future growth prospects. It can be said that, in a relative sense, impact (growth potential) is overwhelmingly more important than ESG (sustainability).
On the other hand, startups require intense focus on their business. Despite the importance, CEOs, even with strong dedication, may struggle to find time. Hiring individuals with impactful management skills is also tough due to cost and time constraints.
This service provides all the essential features for impact management in startups, seamlessly supporting from the early stages to full integration. It aims to contribute to achieving and sustaining effective impact management, going beyond simple consulting or tools.
We comprehensively provide the following functionalities essential for impact startups:
For detailed information and a quote for each plan, please contact us individually.
Provision of the Impact Management Tool, impactLake™, only
(In addition to the above) Comprehensive provision of functionalities required in the initial stages (Project implementation only in the first year, continued tool usage)
(In addition to the above) Comprehensive provision of a wide range of functionalities required for ongoing impact management (In addition to continuous tool usage, comprehensive provision of functionalities required regularly)
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