impactwise

Impactwise is a term commonly used in sustainability and social impact discourse to describe approaches that focus on measuring, managing, and communicating the effects of an organization’s activities. It is also a brand name used by several firms and service providers offering impact strategy, measurement, and reporting solutions. Because multiple organizations operate under the Impactwise branding or use it as a descriptive label, there is no single, universally defined entity or standard associated with the term.

In practice, impactwise activities center on assessing outcomes for people, communities, and the environment, and translating these outcomes into actionable insights. Core components include developing a theory of change, selecting impact metrics, collecting and validating data, calculating indicators, and producing impact reports. Many impactwise programs aim to align with established frameworks and standards to improve comparability and credibility. Common reference points include the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB, now part of IFRS S1/S2), the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and integrated reporting practices.

Impactwise offerings typically encompass strategy consulting, metric design, data dashboards, and assurance services, as well as software platforms that automate data collection and reporting. The objective is to help organizations demonstrate accountability to stakeholders, attract impact-focused capital, and drive evidence-based decision making. The term remains fluid, with evolving definitions as sustainability measurement evolves.