Attributed to Randy Escuyos, Head of Wireless Business Unit at Fujitsu 

The future of Philippines manufacturing hinges on its ability to embrace sustainability. As climate change intensifies and regulatory landscapes evolve, companies that fail to prioritize Environmental, Sustainability, and Governance (ESG) priorities will face significant risks, from reputational damage to financial penalties. Fujitsu is empowering Philippines manufacturers to not only meet these challenges but to leverage them as opportunities for innovation and growth.

A new generation of manufacturers

The Philippines manufacturing sector, being a major contributor to environmental impact, leads the charge in this movement. This shift is driven by the urgent need to combat climate change, adapt to regulatory changes, and build a better environment for future generations. Today’s manufacturers are adopting circular economy principles to reduce waste and create new business opportunities through recycling and reusing materials.

“Sustainability for us means driving transformation for our customers while maintaining high efficiency, so we use less resources to achieve better results,” said Randy Escuyos, Head of Wireless Business Unit at Fujitsu Philippines. “We use IoT devices and AI solutions to enable data-driven decision making to help connect the manufacturing process and analyze issues and risks. This enables us to accelerate collaboration, maintain efficiency, and enhance product design and manufacturing, while considering the environmental impact.”

Leading companies locally have made significant investments in promoting sustainable practices within their supply chains, putting emphasis on the importance of responsible sourcing and carbon emission reduction throughout their operations. These efforts collectively underscore the growing importance of sustainability within the manufacturing sector.

However, many companies both locally and abroad struggle to formulate the right ESG strategy that also serves their business goals. Integrating new systems into established workflows can be complex and resource intensive. This means engaging all levels of the organization, from top management to operational staff, to ensure successful implementation. Accurate measurement and transparent reporting are also critical for continuous improvement.

Digital innovation is an enabler for sustainability transformation

Any organizational transformation, including implementing ESG principles in the manufacturing sector requires changes in people, processes, and technology. To truly transform businesses using digital innovation to bring about positive change in our environment, society and economies, organizations need to change the mindsets of their people and their business processes.

With this, technology companies have formulated solutions that will help organizations meet their environmental, social and governance goals. Fujitsu believes that data-driven management, which connects leadership with on-the-ground operation, is the key to addressing sustainability transformation challenges. For example, the company has been pioneering a data-driven approach in the Enterprise Resource Planning field and building a strong foundation for effective data use. Fujitsu is now applying its expertise to the ESG field to help create positive social impact.

The company also leverages strategic partnerships to expand its eco-system. “Collaboration is key to achieving ESG goals. By partnering with Cloud and SaaS leaders like SAP, ServiceNow and Microsoft – to name a few, we can co-create solutions that are tailored to the unique needs of the Philippines’ manufacturing sector, driving both environmental and economic benefits,” said Escuyos.

In the Philippines, there is a growing recognition of driving sustainability in business operations. “The first step to develop a successful ESG strategy is to assess the organization’s current ESG practices and identify gaps. Organizations need to set clear, measurable goals and create detailed action plans to achieve them. Implementing a robust risks management and monitoring system is also key to executing a successful ESG strategy,” Escuyos added.

Fujitsu offers comprehensive services that support every stage of the sustainable manufacturing process, from strategy development and execution to data collection and visualization. By providing organizations with tailored solutions, Fujitsu can help organizations navigate their unique ESG challenges and drive meaningful sustainable outcomes.

For more information on Fujitsu’s sustainable manufacturing solutions and how they can transform your business, visit Fujitsu Philippines’ official website at https://www.fujitsu.com/ph.