Sustainable Operations and Supply Chain
(SOSC) Monitor
The Sustainable Operations and Supply Chain (SOSC) Monitor is a branch of the Sustainability Lab at the SDA Bocconi School of Management, focused on scientific and applied research in sustainable operations and supply chain management. The SOSC Monitor provides interested companies with scientific research, methodological knowledge, practical resources, and educational programs useful for integrating sustainability into product and process operations as well as global and complex supply chains.
Thanks to the skills developed in the use of quantitative and qualitative scientific approaches, the SOSC Monitor provides solid knowledge supported by empirical analysis, field experiments, and dynamic simulation systems. Its resources and services are designed to offer concrete measures to be adopted, allowing interested companies and stakeholders to make progress towards sustainability. From productive ecoefficiency to sustainable procurement, the SOSC Monitor offers unique support, helping to identify effective paths and responsible actions to achieve lasting sustainability goals.
Thanks to its constantly updated knowledge and its attention to personalized research and educational programs, the SOSC Monitor offers the opportunity to build and improve sustainable operational capabilities and the creation of transparent supply chains based on ethics, respect for human rights, and social and environmental performance through research. Therefore, the SOSC Monitor supports the creation of knowledge in the field of sustainable operations and supply chains through scientific rigor and multi-method research and is committed to the dissemination of relevant knowledge created through national and international publications, informative events related to research projects, and constant dialogue with companies, institutions, partners and stakeholders.
The SOSC Monitor is a laboratory of scientific and applied research on sustainability issues in operations and supply chain management. Specifically:
- Research on sustainable operations can make a difference in understanding how to significantly reduce the environmental impact of products and processes, particularly in sectors with a highenvironmental footprint, such as agriculture and transportation. In an increasingly environmentally and socially conscious world, companies that prioritize sustainability can meet market and stakeholder expectations, attracting and retaining customers concerned about the impact of their purchases on the environment.
- The SOSC Monitor develops research projects in compliance with environmental regulations worldwide. Through the development of research and the identification of the best sustainable strategies, companies can reduce costs, increase efficiency, and improve value proposition while maintaining effective alignment with recent regulations.
- The SOSC Monitor represents a forward-thinking and innovative way to demonstrate commitment to sustainability, improve reputation among stakeholders, attract the best talent and investments, and ultimately contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. All companies and supply chains should aim to actively contribute to research projects on the themes promoted by the SOSC Monitor in order to identify the best paths in pursuing their own SDGs and building effective and transparent environmental reporting.
The values of the SOSC Monitor
The SOSC Monitor is based on various values related to sustainability to ensure that its work is impactful, ethical, and scientifically rigorous. In particular:
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Environmental management: The SOSC Monitor prioritizes the protection and conservation of the environment, focusing on reducing the use of resources and waste and mitigating the environmental impacts of operations and supply chain management.
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Scientific rigor: The work of the SOSC Monitor is based on scientific research and analysis, using evidence-based and analytically rigorous methods to develop and test sustainable solutions.
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Collaboration: The SOSC Monitor values collaboration and partnership with other organizations,businesses, and stakeholders, recognizing that sustainable operations require collective action and shared responsibility.
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Innovation: The SOSC Monitor promotes a culture of innovation and creativity, encouraging its researchers to think outside the box and develop original and innovative approaches to sustainability challenges.
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Social responsibility: The SOSC Monitor is founded on principles of social responsibility and equity, considering the impact of its work on communities, workers, and other stakeholders, striving to create sustainable solutions for the benefit of all.
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Transparency and accountability: The work of the SOSC Monitor is transparent and aims to openly share the knowledge and results of its research.
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Relevance and impact: The SOSC Monitor aims to generate useful and immediately applicable knowledge for the companies and institutions with which it collaborates, focusing on research projects with strong social and environmental relevance and significant impact on ecosystems.
Alignment with the SDGs
Clean and accessible energy: Research on the production, storage, and distribution of sustainable energy helps promote the use of clean and affordable energy sources, such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric energy.
Industrial innovation and infrastructure: Research on sustainable products and processes promotes innovation in industry and infrastructure, leading to more sustainable operations and supply chains.
Responsible consumption and production: Research on responsible consumption and production allows one to identify sustainable production patterns, reducing waste, and minimizing the environmental impact of business activities.
Climate actions: Research on sustainable operations and supply chains contributes to the identification of best practices and strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating the effects of climate change.
Life below water and Life on Land: Research into sustainable operations raises awareness among all stakeholders to protect and preserve marine and terrestrial ecosystems, through the use of sustainable materials, waste reduction, and the promotion of sustainable practices.
Partnerships for the goals: Collaboration between academia, industry, and institutions helps promote sustainable products and processes, as well as sustainable supply chains, to facilitate the achievement of the SDGs.
Knowledge diffusion
- Publications in international journals, national newspapers and daily newspapers, various publications and specialized reports.
- Publications in international academic conferences (such as INFORMS, POMS, Academy of Management, EUROMA, EURO)
- National conferences and events, as well as social media, press releases, newsletters and webinars.
- Creating online resources, such as databases, reports and toolkits, to provide easy access to research findings and best practices for society as a whole.
- Seminars, workshops and events organized within the business community and all interested stakeholders such as industry associations, government agencies and non-profit organizations.