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Get ready for CSDDD: practical steps for large enterprises to adapt and thrive
With the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) taking effect for large companies in the EU in 2025, we must prepare for its significant impact. This workshop provides practical guidance for commercial, procurement, legal, and ESG teams on implementing necessary changes, from rewriting supply chain contracts to developing transparent policies and reports. Explore actionable steps to align with circular economy principles, track progress, and meet reporting deadlines. Collaborate effectively to navigate vague guidelines and mitigate compliance risks.
Preparing SMEs for the Future: mastering CSDDD with confidence
Led by Kristin Tallbo, Founder & Advisor, Tallbo Advisory, Sustainability Due Diligence
The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) is transforming how businesses operate—but what does this mean for SMEs? This session will break down the key requirements of CSDDD and show you how to navigate its impact on your operations, supply chains, and responsibilities. Through case studies and interactive exercises, you’ll learn practical strategies to identify and assess risks, implement effective preventive, corrective and remedial measures, and turn due diligence into a business advantage. Walk away with actionable tools, step-by-step guidance, and a roadmap to future-proof your business in an evolving regulatory landscape.
Don’t just adapt—get ahead. Join us and gain the insights you need to thrive in a sustainable future!
Beginner’s guide to responsible contracting
Led by Daniel Schönfelder, Lead European Legal Advisor, Responsible Contracting Project
New to sustainable contracting? This workshop introduces key concepts like responsible, relational, and proactive contracting. Learn practical steps to meet requirements and explore a real-life case study from an SME excelling in sustainability. Understand the basics and walk away with actionable insights to start your journey in responsible contracting.
Advanced strategies for proactive and relational contracting: a deep dive
Led by Daniel Schönfelder, Lead European Legal Advisor, Responsible Contracting Project
Designed for experienced practitioners, this workshop delves into advanced techniques for integrating responsible contracting with CSDDD requirements. Explore strategies to prioritize risks and align proactive and relational contracting for impactful results. Featuring insights from leaders like and real-world examples, this session equips you with tools to tackle complex contracting challenges effectively.
The EU Omnibus and its impact on contracting: what professionals need to know
The European Commission's newly proposed Omnibus legislation aims to streamline critical EU Green Deal regulations, including the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), and the EU Taxonomy. These changes will significantly impact contracting professionals, who must navigate evolving compliance requirements, assess risk, and integrate sustainability criteria into agreements. This workshop will explore the key proposals, their implications, and practical strategies for contracting professionals to adapt.
Getting your contracts delivering your climate goals
Led by Becky Annison, Director of Engagement, The Chancery Lane Project
Becky Annison from the Chancery Lane Project will host a workshop introducing the concept of climate aligned clauses in commercial contracts and legal documents, discussing the obstacles and solutions. Contracts can be one of the biggest enablers to delivering your environmental targets, they can also be one of the biggest barriers. This session will be full of practical material drawing from real life case studies to supercharge your climate goals. What goes in the contract gets done, so let's get climate done!
AI in Contracting: transforming processes and redefining strategies
Led by Maka Kama, Chief Purpose Officer, Alliance ICT
Hosted by Alliance ICT, this workshop explores the transformative power of AI in contracting, with a dual focus: optimizing contract management through AI-driven efficiencies and navigating the complexities of procuring AI technologies. Discover best practices, challenges, and evolving frameworks for AI procurement while ensuring responsible and strategic sourcing. Rooted in indigenous wisdom and innovation, Alliance ICT brings a unique perspective on leveraging AI to drive both operational excellence and equitable access to technology. Join us to future-proof your contracting strategies in an AI-powered world.
Social value contracting – an in-depth exploration of your procurement ecosystem
Led by: Tara Anderson, CEO, Social Traders
This interactive session will provide you with the knowledge to help you engage the procurement stakeholders within your organisation and facilitate social procurement best practice! This workshop encourages critical thinking on how you can maximise your social procurement potential, unpacking the tools and resources available to help you embed social procurement into your supply chain.
Practical approaches for procurement and contracting professionals to strengthen human rights and sustainability governance
Led by: Nick Dexter, Principal Consultant, Human Rights and Modern Slavery Lead, Edge Impact
Join us for an interactive workshop designed for professionals navigating the complexities of sustainability and human rights compliance in Australia and New Zealand. As regulatory expectations around human rights and sustainability grow, procurement and contracting professionals need practical strategies to drive meaningful impact. This interactive workshop explores effective approaches to supplier engagement, integrating worker voice into due diligence, and embedding sustainability into procurement decisions. Using the recently released Pathway to Respecting Human Rights and Addressing Modern Slavery Risks—a simple 10-step maturity model—we will provide actionable guidance to assess and enhance your organisation’s governance practices. Whether focusing on the full pathway or diving into a key step, participants will leave with tools to strengthen ethical procurement across industries.
