Climate Change Data

PROFILE SYSTEMS & SOFTWARE S.A.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Energy Consumption:Reduced electricity consumption from 430,690 kW in 2022 to 332,864 kW in 2023

ESG Focus Areas

  • Sustainable Development
  • Environmental Protection
  • Social Responsibility
  • Corporate Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Renovation of offices at 199 Syngrou Avenue, reducing electricity consumption from 430,690 kW in 2022 to 332,864 kW in 2023 and reducing CO2 emissions.
  • Modernization of company vehicle fleet resulting in lower fuel consumption.

Social Achievements

  • Sponsorship of the student competition RoboChallenge.
  • Cooperation with "SCALE" for paper recycling and support of the socially weak.
  • Support of "Think Before Printing" initiative.
  • Investment in the young generation through various entrepreneurship programs (Regeneration, Job-Pairs, Junior Achievement GR, Alliance for Digital Employability).
  • Launch of the Stackforce Coding School Fellowship Programme.
  • Support of various non-profit organizations (Doctors Without Borders, ELEFA, Vision of Hope, ERIC).
  • Donation of computer equipment to schools and disadvantaged families.

Governance Achievements

  • Adoption and implementation of a Corporate Governance System (CGS) in accordance with Law 4706/2020.
  • Establishment of an Audit Committee and a Remuneration and Nomination Committee.
  • Implementation of a Sustainability Policy.
  • Appointment of a Risk Officer and a Compliance Officer.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Risk of reduction in demand due to general recession.
  • Risk of increased competition from imported businesses.
  • Risk of technological developments.
  • Credit risk, especially concerning customers from Africa, Asia, and South America.
  • Liquidity risk due to uncertain global economic conditions.
  • Exchange rate risk due to international operations.
  • Interest rate risk, although considered manageable.
  • Risks from climate change.
  • Risks from current developments in Ukraine and Israel.
  • Risks from the energy crisis.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Development of a wide range of products addressing the international market to counterbalance possible losses in specific market branches.
  • Emphasis on the design and development of quality and modular products, systematic improvement and adaptability of existing products, establishment of long-term customer relationships, and expansion of activities abroad.
  • Continuous training and education of staff, development of innovative applications.
  • Development and evolution of internal mechanisms of operation for credit risk management.
  • Monthly and quarterly cash flow forecasts, continuous monitoring of cash flows, and reassessment of the liquidity management strategy.
  • Constant monitoring of foreign exchange risks and taking relevant measures when necessary.
  • Maintaining controlled exposure to bank borrowings and avoiding exposure to further lending.
  • Implementation of a sustainability policy focusing on emergency planning, environmental impact assessment, energy efficiency, employee awareness, and partner engagement.
  • Close monitoring of rapidly changing developments to ensure uninterrupted operation.
  • Daily monitoring of developments and taking appropriate measures.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Assessment of suppliers based on financial and ESG criteria.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: IFRS

Certifications: ISO (mentioned, but specific standard not specified)

Third-party Assurance: ASSOCIATED CPAs SAINT COMPANY

Awards & Recognition

  • IBS Sales League Table 2023 - Investment & Fund Management
  • Best Investment Management Software Provider Europe 2023
  • Best Digital Banking Solutions Provider Europe 2023
  • Best Investment Management Software Company Middle East 2023
  • Best Investment Management Solutions Provider Middle East 2023
  • Significant Growth (Investments/Acquisitions/International Expansion)
  • Best Investment Management Company UK 2023
  • Best Treasury Implementation
  • Best Investment & Fund Management Implementation
  • Neochallenger Bank Awards
  • Most Innovative Financial Software Developers – Mediterranean 2023
  • Best Digital Platform
  • Best Consumer SME / Lending Digital Initiative
  • Digital Banking Provider of the Year
  • Business Innovation Award