Better and ESG
“At Better, Ltd., we recognise the importance of our environmental impact and the efficient use of resources, as well as reducing waste. The company’s leadership and all employees are committed to continual improvement, safeguarding the natural resources of our planet, and achieving our environmental objectives.”
Roland Petek, Chief Operating Officer
Environmental aspect
Social aspect
Governance aspect
Better commits to net-zero carbon emissions
Better is pleased to announce its commitment to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 with respect to carbon emissions under its direct and indirect control (as defined by Scope 1, 2 and business travel in scope 3 of the Greenhouse Gas Protocol).
With our dedicated actions, it is also anticipated that our company will reach the net-zero target prior to 2050.
This important initiative is a part of Better’s dedication to sustainability and other aspects of ESG. We are driven by the objective to become recognisable in the field of sustainable development and environmental responsibility.
“We are taking another important step to enhance our commitment to a better future.“
Roland Petek, COO
“We recognise the importance of our attitude towards the environment and the associated resource efficiency. We contribute to sustainability by reducing our direct impact on the environment through efficient energy consumption and proper waste management. Our products also have an indirect impact on the environment, as we are positively influencing the environment through the implementation of digital solutions for healthcare through all our customers.“
Tomaž Gornik, CEO
How is Better contributing to sustainability?
Better cares about sustainability and contributes to it in two ways.
First, we’re reducing our direct impact on the environment by using energy efficiently and properly managing waste. These small steps can make a big difference in creating a better future for our children. We apply these practices at home and at work.
Secondly, our products have an indirect impact on the environment, which is just as important. While we may not leave a large environmental footprint like some manufacturing companies, we have the potential to make a positive impact through our customers. We measure our indirect impact by the direct impact of our end-users.
How do Better products reflect our ESG strategy?
At Better, we believe that our products should reflect our commitment to the environment, social responsibility, and good governance. We strive to follow practices which enhance energy and resource efficiency.
But we don’t just care about sustainability – we also care about giving control back to our users. Our open and vendor-neutral approach means that patients and clinicians can own their data, control their own systems, and build upon what we’ve created. It’s all part of our commitment to transparency, user empowerment, and social responsibility.
All this is at the very core of our products, and the impact of ESG can be seen in the following areas
Promoting sustainability and social responsibility
We enable the usage of open standards and open data, and reduce environmental impact of proprietary systems.
Improving healthcare efficiency and medication safety
We are reducing waste by streamlining and standardising medical records, data management and tracking medication usage.
Reducing paper usage and energy consumption
With our products we are contributing to a reduction of errors in patient care.
Enabling telemedicine and remote patient monitoring
This can reduce the need for in-person visits and the associated transportation emissions.
Improving communication between healthcare providers and patients
This leads to better coordination of care, and potentially reducing the need for unnecessary medication and treatment.
Enabling the rapid development and deployment of digital health solutions
The latter can potentially reduce the time and resources required for development and testing.
Facilitating the integration and interoperability
Facilitating the integration and interoperability of different digital health solutions, potentially reducing duplication, and improving the efficiency of the healthcare systems.
Helping to prevent errors and overprescribing
We may reduce the need for unnecessary medications and the associated environmental impact of their production and disposal.
We are determined to be Better
ISO 14001 sets out the requirements for an environmental management system. Obtaining the ISO 14001 certificate from the SIQ certification body is a major milestone, as it affirms our dedication to excellence in environmental management and sustainability.
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Environmental Management System Scope
At Better, Ltd., we have recognised the scope of implementing an environmental management system. You can read more about it in the document below.
Environmental Policy of Better, d.o.o.
Environmental stewardship, energy management, and other sustainable aspects of our operations are integrated into the company’s management system. You can read more about our environmental and sustainability efforts in the document.
Social aspect
At Better, we believe that people are at the heart of our success. The social aspect of our ESG initiative reflects our commitment to creating a positive impact on employees, customers, and the wider community. We provide employees with an encouraging work environment based on equality, respect, and the development of their potential. For customers, we offer solutions that meet their needs while contributing to a sustainable future. We also actively engage with the communities in which we operate, supporting projects that enhance quality of life and promote social responsibility.
Work environment
At Better, we place our employees first, recognising them as our foundation. We contribute to their well-being by providing modern office spaces with excellent working conditions. Additionally, we focus on activities that promote their health. We have implemented a workplace health promotion plan and encourage sports activities and healthy eating among our employees.
Equality, non-discrimination, and promoting diversity and inclusion
At Better, we strive to promote equality in the workplace and understand the importance of fostering a culture that values diversity and inclusion. We firmly believe that all employees should have equal opportunities and treatment, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, social background, religion, sexual orientation, or political beliefs, as reflected in our Equality Policy.
Our clients
Our mission is to improve healthcare by simplifying the work of healthcare professionals. We strive to build and strengthen relationships with our customers through transparency, high-quality services, and responsiveness to their needs.
Community
As part of the broader community, we do our best to support various vulnerable groups through donations and sponsorships. For many years, we have participated in the charity event Hop na Grad, which is attended by numerous employees. We also run the Move Better initiative, encouraging employees to engage in sports activities with a charitable aspect.
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Equality Policy
At Better, we strive to promote equality in the workplace and understand the importance of fostering a culture that values diversity and inclusion.
Policy „Ethics by design“
At Better, we are committed to ethical business practices and the integration of ethical standards into every stage of the development of our products, solutions, and services.
Governance aspect
At Better, we are committed to the highest standards of governance, supporting sustainable development and responsible business practices. We approach the governance aspect of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) holistically, focusing on risk management, data security and privacy, as well as efficient and transparent decision-making.
Risk management
Our company has implemented a comprehensive risk management system aligned with international standards. This system enables us to identify, assess, and manage risks at an early stage, ensuring stable operations that safeguard the interests of the company, employees, customers, and other stakeholders.
By adopting this approach, we enhance our resilience and contribute to the sustainable growth of the company by proactively addressing potential risks across the entire value chain.
Security and ISO compliance
We are dedicated to ensuring the highest security standards in our operations. Our security practices and procedures align with relevant ISO and other applicable standards governing physical, information, and cyber security. This ensures that our products, services, and internal processes are designed with the safety of users, employees, and business partners in mind.
We regularly conduct security audits and continuously improve our security protocols to prevent potential threats and ensure compliance with legislation and best practices.
Data privacy as a core value
We take data privacy extremely seriously, embedding it into the design (privacy by design) and default settings (privacy by default) of all our products and solutions. We ensure that the data of our users and customers is secure and processed in compliance with the highest data protection standards and regulations, such as GDPR.
Clearly defined decision-making and accountability
Our leadership team is responsible for making strategic decisions based on ethical principles and the company’s long-term vision, while operational decisions are delegated to accountable teams within relevant departments. This structure ensures effective operations and compliance with internal policies while fostering an environment where responsibility and transparency are fundamental principles.
This structure ensures effective operations and compliance with internal policies while fostering an environment where responsibility and transparency are fundamental principles.
With this comprehensive approach to governance, Better ensures sustainable and responsible business practices that protect the interests of all stakeholders while creating long-term value for society, the environment, and the economy.