Empowering Organisational Change Through ESG at
IBC Simply
AT A GLANCE - CHALLENGES
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A desire to have more structured ESG reporting and clear reduction targets
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Improving awareness of regulatory and client sustainability business wide
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Operational silos and limited employee engagement in sustainability
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Competitive pressure from ESG-forward industry peers
IBC Simply, a major player in the food service market, took its first meaningful step into sustainability by partnering with Ecofiniti to assess its ESG maturity and future-proof its operations. The aim was clear: to transform sustainability from a peripheral topic into a strategic business priority. Through a dynamic ESG workshop and comprehensive gap analysis, Ecofiniti helped the company understand its current position, identify key risks and opportunities, and build internal momentum. Objectives included engaging teams across the business, aligning with client and regulatory expectations, and developing a structured, actionable roadmap. This tailored approach not only empowered employees and leadership but also positioned IBC Simply to meet market demands, enhance its competitive edge, and lay the groundwork for future ESG certifications.
Objective
IBC Simply, a major player in the food service market, took its first meaningful step into sustainability by partnering with Ecofiniti to assess its ESG maturity and future-proof its operations. The aim was clear: to transform sustainability from a peripheral topic into a strategic business priority. Through a dynamic ESG workshop and comprehensive gap analysis, Ecofiniti helped the company understand its current position, identify key risks and opportunities, and build internal momentum. Objectives included engaging teams across the business, aligning with client and regulatory expectations, and developing a structured, actionable roadmap. This tailored approach not only empowered employees and leadership but also positioned IBC Simply to meet market demands, enhance its competitive edge, and lay the groundwork for future ESG certifications.
Solutions
Ecofiniti facilitated a stakeholder-led ESG workshop, combining education, visioning, and practical planning. The interactive session helped align internal priorities, spark employee-led initiatives, and translate sustainability concepts into actionable commitments. In parallel, Ecofiniti conducted a detailed ESG Gap Analysis and competitor benchmarking, resulting in a structured roadmap for improvement. Ecofiniti also mapped client expectations to ensure IBC Simply met supply chain requirements and avoided future compliance risks.
Benefits
ENGAGED EMPLOYEES & CULTURE SHIFT
The ESG workshop generated over 100 ideas from employees across departments, embedding ownership and accountability into IBC Simply’s sustainability journey.
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ESG ROADMAP & QUICK WINS​
A practical three-year roadmap was delivered, identifying “low-hanging fruit” actions such as supplier reporting, packaging improvements, and emissions tracking setup.
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IMPROVED CLIENT ALIGNMENT
IBC Simply are now working towards improving how it meets the ESG requirements of top clients — a vital step in safeguarding commercial partnerships.​​​
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RESULTS
With Ecofiniti’s guidance, IBC Simply has turned sustainability from an abstract goal into a concrete, company-wide initiative.
From launching its ESG Committee to preparing its first ESG report, the company is now on a clear path to embed sustainability at the heart of its operations and commercial strategy and is poised to grow as a responsible, future-ready business.
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