03 – ISO/UNDP Guidelines for Sustainable Development Goals - ISO/UNDP PAS 53002:2024
In the previous write-ups, readers were introduced to the ISO/UNDP PAS 53002:2024 document, covering its purpose, an overview of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the importance of achieving SDGs, and a holistic approach to sustainable development. In this write-up, we will explore the foundation concept of the PDCA cycle, as well as the scope, normative references, and terms and definitions related to the guidelines document.
Foundation Concept - PDCA Cycle
The ISO/UNDP PAS 53002:2024 guidelines are built on the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle, a continual improvement methodology used by organizations implementing management system standards. This concept is crucial for achieving ongoing improvements in processes, products, and services. The PDCA cycle fosters an organizational mindset geared towards continual improvement. Each phase of the cycle is applied as follows:
Plan: Establish SDG-related objectives and the processes necessary to achieve them. Identify and evaluate risks and opportunities. Ensure the results align with the organization’s SDG policy and ambitions.
Do: Implement the processes as planned.
Check: Monitor and measure the performance of activities and processes against the organization’s SDG policy and objectives. Report the outcomes of this evaluation.
Act: Take actions to improve performance continually and achieve the desired results.
Scope of the Document
Clause 1 of the ISO/UNDP PAS 53002:2024 guidelines outlines the document’s scope. It provides guidance for organizations in the following areas:
Managing and optimizing contributions to SDGs: Organizations are advised on how to better manage their efforts to meet the United Nations SDGs.
Identifying and managing impacts on stakeholders: This involves prioritizing and addressing the organization's impact on stakeholders, such as customers, regulatory bodies, investors, and others.
Embedding sustainable development into operations: Organizations are encouraged to integrate sustainability into their strategies, operations, and decision-making in a systematic and holistic way.
Enhancing and demonstrating SDG performance: Organizations should aim to maximize positive impacts while minimizing adverse effects on stakeholders, particularly under-recognized and vulnerable groups.
The guidelines support the current SDGs, as well as any future Global Goals that succeed the 2030 SDGs. Additionally, the document aligns with the UNDP SDG Impact Standards for Enterprises.
Normative References
Clause 2 of the ISO/UNDP PAS 53002:2024 guidelines covers normative references. Currently, there are no normative references in this document.
Terms and Definitions
Clause 3 deals with the terms and definitions used in this guidelines document. The document links to the ISO Online Browsing Platform and IEC Electropedia for terminological resources. It also defines 41 terms essential for understanding the guidelines. Many of these terms are similar to those used in other management system standards, such as ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems) and ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management Systems).
More updates and write-ups will follow.
Regards,
Keshav Ram Singhal
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