1. In a short sentence explain what a strategy is.
Activity 5
1. There are three different aspects of sustainability. These need to be considered when developing policies and business plans. Explain what these aspects are and what they mean in terms of policy planning and business planning. 250–300 words
2. In approximately 250 words explain how organisations can benefit if sustainability is an integral part of business planning, with agreement on appropriate methods of implementation, outcomes and performance indicators. Can sustainable business operation contribute to an organisation’s competitive edge?
Activity 6
1. Explain how a business can promote its workplace sustainability policy, including the expected outcomes, to key external stakeholders. 100 words
2. How can employees (internal stakeholders) be informed about their roles and responsibilities with regard to implementation, activities to be undertaken, and the expected outcomes? What information will they require? 200–250 words
Activity 7
What are organisational procedures and how can they be communicated to employees? 200–250 words
Activity 8
Explain continuous improvement and apply it to resource efficiency. 180–200 words
Activity 10
2. Explain to whom it might be necessary to give feedback, what feedback might be required and in what form might feedback be given. 150–200 words
Activity 11
1. Recorded data and information might indicate trends that require remedial action. What is a trend and what types of trend might be indicated by performance data that is collected within the organisation? 100–120 words
2. How can trend analysis be used to identify opportunities for remedial action and continuous improvement?