Advancement Through Sustainability
- Increased effectiveness
- New business models and strategies
- Security through sustainable implementation
- Stay on top of things through trainings
Sustainability as a term has now become so softened in public discourse that it hardly conveys any meaningful meaning anymore. Instead, alternatives such as “sustainability” or “grandchildren's ability” are increasingly being found. Sustainability as a concept is more important than ever: customers are not the only ones paying more and more attention to environmental protection and the social compatibility of companies and their products. Companies, organizations and authorities themselves also realize that resources are finite and sustainability should be an important goal in their own interest.
Advances in AI technology have opened up various areas of application, from image recognition to autonomous vehicle control. Machines learn from data, draw conclusions and make decisions based on these findings. All of this helps increase efficiency and productivity in many industries.
Definition of Sustainability
Sustainability is a multidimensional concept that focuses on meeting the needs of current generations without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It includes various aspects that address ecological, social and economic concerns:
Ecological sustainability
This aspect refers to the protection and preservation of natural resources and ecosystems. The goal is to reduce environmental pollution, preserve biodiversity, combat climate change and promote the use of renewable resources.
Social sustainability
This is about fair, inclusive and livable societies. This includes aspects such as access to education, healthcare, social justice, gender equality, poverty reduction and the promotion of communities and cultural diversity.
Economic sustainability
This aspect is concerned with long-term, stable economic development based on efficient use of resources, innovation, fair trade practices, fair working conditions and the promotion of sustainable growth.
EXAMPLE
A logistics company manages its supply chains and inventory records manually on paper. By digitizing these processes, the records, orders and logistics data are transferred to a digital platform or an "Enterprise Resource Planning" (ERP) system.
By implementing digital solutions, workflows can be automated, data can be collected and processed in real time, and information can be centralized. Orders can be processed electronically, resulting in faster fulfillment and fewer errors. Inventory levels can be automatically monitored and updated, streamlining inventory management processes.
Digitalization enables the company to make informed decisions based on real-time data, identify bottlenecks, shorten delivery times and improve the efficiency of the entire supply chain. In addition, manual errors are reduced and transparency along the logistics chain is increased. This example shows how digitalization can change traditional paper-based processes in business and make them more efficient.
EXAMPLE OF SUSTAINABILITY: THE “SMART CITY” BARCELONA
Digitally optimized cities, so-called “smart cities”, use digital technologies such as IoT (Internet of Things), sensors and data analysis to use resources more efficiently and reduce environmental impact. For example, intelligent systems can optimize energy consumption in buildings, analyze traffic patterns to minimize congestion, and optimize waste management to reduce environmental impact.
The social aspect of smart cities refers to how these technologies can improve the lives of citizens. This includes access to education and healthcare, promoting safety and accessibility, and providing services that improve quality of life.
Smart cities also promote economic growth and innovation. Implementing digital solutions creates new business opportunities, supports job creation in the technology industry and increases efficiency in various sectors such as transportation, energy and government.
A concrete example is Barcelona as one of the leading smart cities. The city has installed traffic monitoring sensors to optimize traffic flows and reduce environmental impact through reduced emissions. It has also implemented smart lighting systems that can adjust and save energy.
The digital transformation of cities into smart cities shows how digital technologies can contribute to creating more sustainable, environmentally friendly, socially just and economically more powerful communities. It illustrates how intelligent use of data and technology can positively influence various areas of sustainability.
Digital Solutions to Increase Sustainability
In the past, countless solutions have been developed that can make companies, organizations and authorities more sustainable and efficient. Many of these concepts are based on the Internet and associated digital solutions:
- Cloud Computing:Reduces the need for physical hardware, saves energy and resources through shared servers.
- SaaS (Software as a Service): Offers efficient and scalable software solutions that do not require physical installation.
- Robotics and AI: Automation of processes in production, administration and logistics to increase efficiency and save resources.
- Automated workflows: Optimization of workflows to minimize energy and time losses.
- Sensor technology: Collection of data to improve efficiency in energy, resource and infrastructure use.
- Connected devices: Control and monitor processes in real time for sustainable use of resources.
- Transparency and traceability: Enables transparent and trustworthy recording of transactions, for example in supply chains to identify sustainable materials.
- Video conferences and virtual meetings: Reduce travel needs and CO2 emissions, promote collaboration and save time and resources.
- Remote workstations: Enable flexible working, reduce commuting times and support work-life balance.
- Sustainability management: Analysis of large amounts of data to identify areas with potential for improvement in terms of energy efficiency, resource use and environmental impact.
- Intelligent energy monitoring: Control and optimization of energy consumption in buildings and production facilities.
- E-learning: Promoting knowledge and raising employee awareness of sustainable action within the company.
- New concepts of e-commerce: Click & Collect and other concepts attempt to combine the efficiency of e-commerce with the social aspects of personal advice and the social structure in society.
- Platforms for the exchange and reuse of resources: Promote a circular economy by enabling the reuse and exchange of materials between companies.
“Companies that implement comprehensive measures for sustainable IT record better ESG ratings (61 percent), higher customer satisfaction (56 percent) and realize tax advantages (44 percent).”
May 2021 Study by Capgemini [German]
Netjutant and Sustainability
As a regionally rooted internet agency, we care not only about the success of our customers, but also about shaping a more sustainable digital future. We believe that sustainability is not just a goal, but a commitment. Therefore, we are actively committed to integrating sustainable practices into all aspects of our services.
Long-term planning and sustainable online strategies
Our focus is on developing long-term online strategies that not only enable short-term success, but also long-term sustainability. We work closely with our customers to develop tailored solutions that not only meet current needs, but also take future developments and challenges into account.
Individual digitalization
There are countless existing software solutions for the sustainable transformation of work processes and technology. However, these often do not fit 100% into a certain important niche or do not work particularly well together. We fill this gap with individual software and IoT solutions.
EXAMPLE: TANGLE SMOKE DETECTORS
There are sustainable solutions for transparent and trustworthy recording of transactions that still work even in the age of quantum computers: cryptocurrencies like IOTA, which is based on a so-called "tangle" instead of a blockchain (and so not for every transaction the environment, computing power, time and wallet are strained). Through micro-transactions it is possible to effectively monitor a large network of IoT devices (such as smoke detectors) and maintain them if necessary. There are also push notifications on smartphones. But (probably) no one has yet built a system that connects these components and ensures that smoke detectors automatically send a push message to the building management's cell phone as soon as the battery level is low.
Perhaps this example is not really associated with major savings potential. But there are many solutions. And we will help you implement them - from planning and selecting the right components to implementation and maintenance.
Advice on resource-saving service providers
We support our customers in selecting hosting and server providers that rely on environmentally friendly, socially acceptable and resource-saving practices. We attach great importance to recommending partners who use renewable energy and use innovative technologies to reduce energy consumption.
This website, for example, is powered 100% by green electricity from hydropower.
Sustainable programming through optimized code
We specialize in writing efficient and resource-saving code. We not only optimize the performance of websites and applications, but also minimize energy consumption through efficient programming. At the same time, this also has a positive impact on the performance and security of the website as well as on the user experience and positioning in search engines.
Reusable websites (headless design, themes etc.)
We rely on reusable designs and solutions such as headless design and themes to save resources. These approaches make it possible to develop and customize websites and applications efficiently without having to start from scratch every time.
Advancement Through Sustainability
The term sustainability has now been softened by greenwashing and sideshows. But it is more important than ever. More and more consumers, but also the public in general and more and more companies are placing value on sustainable products and services. At Netjutant, we not only try to do business authentically and sustainably, but with our solutions we also offer companies an important key to more sustainability and environmental protection.
