David Benhaim

How important is the corporate social responsibility for BtoB customers? This is a question that I often ask myself, especially when, as an entrepreneur, I am about to bear the huge costs for the training and safety of employees and in meeting their obligations, for the adaptation of equipment and structures, in organizing the supply of recyclable waste, in ensuring that our subcontractors, all of them nearby, also have the same attention, etc. All these activities are absolutely correct, but inevitably they are a burden on the business costs, among other things in an inversely proportional way to the turnover. In fact, the same obligations are borne by large companies as well as micro enterprises. And, also as a representative of the category of small businesses, that is 94% of Italian companies, the main category of our economy, I wonder if this is respected even in the areas and countries of production of our competitors. The actual state of affairs, in fact, with regard to my company and my sector, is very clear to me: most of my competitors, in fact, buy semi-finished and finished articles in low cost countries, paying them about 20-25% of my industrial costs. Of course, quality, design are clearly different, but those items have the opportunity to offer large profit margins to traders (importers and retailers) as well as have important opportunities for promotional investment, arriving at the end user at affordable prices. All clear and not at all new in the economic world And the thoughts continue... ; most of the end-users of my products live in countries where social responsibility, respect for human beings, wages and safety in the workplace seem to be very felt, as well as the green area, with the correct management and recycling of waste materials.  But these same citizens, hypothetically very sensitive to social and green culture, seem to buy items produced in countries that are the largest producers of waste dumped in the oceans, Countries where the absence of social rights for workers is recognised, from wages to safety in the workplace.  And it doesn’t just happen with my articles, but in many other areas.  Now my question is: how important is it, for my professional customer -BtoB-, to distinguish between articles produced with and without social responsibility?  The answer probably wouldn’t change my company’s modus operandi However, we could change communication, which today, for example, often tends to emphasize this company philosophy. 

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In a rapidly changing #RegulatoryLandscape, the ability of companies to research, track and comply with new #environmental and product-specific regulatory requirements is becoming increasingly challenging. On 1 January 2023, #France implemented Article 13 of the Anti-Waste for a #CircularEconomy (#AGEC) law. This law aims to change the production methods of companies and the consumption patterns of consumers. This Article requires producers to inform consumers about the environmental qualities and characteristics of certain products and packaging - such as the proportion of recycled material, recyclability, presence of hazardous substances, and rare earth or precious metals content. As is always the case with #TransformationalChange, it is important to recognise and embrace the opportunities that this presents to #CreateValue. Our experts in dss highlighted the top 3 opportunities to #FutureProof your business. Learn more by reading this article: https://lnkd.in/d5K3YdjX

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Achieving #BCorp™ certification is not just about meeting standards; it's about driving meaningful change and validating a deep commitment to sustainability. #Nespresso's journey, supported by dss , highlights the power of collaboration, transparency, and dedication. By integrating sustainability at every level, we can transform businesses into forces for good, impacting both people and the #planet positively. #BCorpCertification #Sustainability #CorporateResponsibility #BusinessForGood

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⚠️ On FRANCE 24 the week in economy on decent wages, CEO remuneration global tax, sustainable finance ! 🙏 With Philippe Zaouati Mirova Anne-Catherine Husson-Traore Novethic and Charles Pinel Proxinvest interviewed by Karina Chabour ⚠️ Not easy topics at the very heart of sensitive discussions all over the world. 👍 Question is always the same : what is the economic model we want ? How do we want to create and share value ? But answers differ in a demanding world shaken by populism. #canfinancesavetheworld #marktoplanet

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🚀 The countdown to #Luxepack Monaco is on! I’m thrilled to be participating in a panel discussion next week about the role of biodegradable materials in the future of luxury packaging with Benjamin Cohen Alain Pierron Marianne Mensah Soulez Lariviere and moderated by Gerald Martines. 💡Why should you attend? Biodegradable materials are at the forefront of #innovation, but their journey to mainstream adoption is filled with complexities—from regulatory considerations to ensuring they meet performance expectations. Join us as we uncover these insights and more. I’m looking forward to a lively discussion and hope you’ll join us to contribute your insights! 🌱 🌿 ➡️I’m excited to exchange ideas with fellow #innovators and thought leaders at Luxepack Monaco. Let’s connect to explore how we can turn these challenges into #opportunities. Whether it’s about sustainable materials or navigating the #regulatory landscape, I’m here to help—let’s meet! #SustainableCosmetics #BiodegradableSolutions #RegulatoryChallenges #Luxepack #packaging #sustainability

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