Pega makes itself more efficient and sustainably, increasing diversity and support for its entire ecosystem, according to a new report
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CAMBRIDGE MASS., April 19, 2022 /3BL media/ Pegasystems Inc.(NASDAQ: PEGA), software company that reduces business complexity, today announced its first release Impact Report. The Report provides a comprehensive view of 2021 ESG and CSR (Environment, Social, and Governance), achievements and programs from across the business.
Pega was founded on the idea that adaptability is key. Pega and its employees are adaptable in a world that is constantly changing. They have worked together to find solutions for global and regional problems and have helped communities, clients, and partners achieve positive results. Pegas’ first Impact Report examines three areas of the company’s corporate as well as grassroots efforts.
Social: Pega supports its people through commitments and efforts that are aligned to its mission. Six core valuesInnovative, engaging, adaptable and inclusive. Genuinely passionate. These are some of the achievements:
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With its first submission to this competition, it received a score 95 out of 100 Human Rights Campaign Foundation Corporate Equality Index.
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Through its PegaCares social Impact program, Charitable Contributions to 200+ Organizations in 20 Countries
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COVID-19 supports India, including the Resource Emergency Action Care Helpline. This helped Pega staff and their families affected by COVID-19 find hospital beds and medical supplies.
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A global network consisting of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), Black@Pega Pride@Pega Veterans@Pega Women@Pega. In 2021, there were three new ERGs: Asian@Pega Latinx@Pega and PwD@Pega (Persons With Disabilities).
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Two days of paid volunteer time to support employees’ causes.
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An app developed by Pega that allows employees to request donations for Pega-matched contributions to both regional and global organizations like Black and Brown Founders and Black Girl Ventures.
Governance: Pegas’s corporate governance practices show its commitment to high standards for excellence and compliance. They also reflect the company’s commitment to its employees, clients, and partners. Highlights of the report include:
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ESG oversight at the leadership, committee, and Board levels.
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These policies include guidelines for employees, suppliers, as well as corporate governance.
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How Pega assesses and engages external stakeholders.
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Pegas has a unique approach to building responsibility in its technology, including strong data privacy and accessibility, as well as its award-winning. Ethical Bias Check solution.
Environmental: The company is committed to transparency in sustainability and has established reliable monitoring of its environmental impact. Highlights include:
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Its inaugural CDP Report gave it a B- rating, which was higher than the average C rating for U.S.-based businesses.
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Scope 1 and Scope 2, carbon neutrality achieved in eight key Pega offices
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Reducing single-use plastics’ consumption by 40%
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70% of the energy used to power the Bangalore office is renewable.
The full article contains more information. Impact Reportat pega.com/impact.
Commentary & Quotes
Ken Stillwell, chief operational officer and chief financial officers at Pegasystems, said that environmental, social, and governance leadership has become more important. We are proud to share Pega’s drive to be more efficient and sustainably, our deep commitment towards inclusion and diversity, as well as how we support our clients, employees, partners, communities, and communities during these extraordinary times.
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About Pegasystems
Pega offers innovative software that simplifies business complexity to help clients make better decisions, and get work done. Pega helps the world’s most recognizable brands solve their biggest business problems: maximising customer lifetime value, streamlining customer services, and increasing operational efficiency. Pega technology uses real-time AI and intelligent automaton. Our scalable architecture and low code platform allow enterprises to adapt to rapid changes and transform for the future. Visit www.pegatech.com for more information. www.pega.com.
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