🌍 Women now make up 42% of the global workforce. Yet despite progress, barriers to equality remain. Cultural expectations, caregiving responsibilities, and limited opportunities continue to affect women disproportionately, especially in lower-paid roles. Even within advanced economies, gaps persist. Across the OECD, the average gender pay gap stands at 13.1%. Policy responses such as maternity leave and flexible working have made a difference. But with people working for longer, more attention is now turning to menopause as an important workplace issue. Some governments and employers are taking the lead, but challenges remain worldwide. BSI's latest report, 'Raising the Second Glass Ceiling', explores how standards, policies, and cultural change can work together to accelerate progress and provide practical, embedded support 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJDnT9md #BSI #SecondGlassCeiling #FutureofWork #Inclusion #GenderEquality #Menopause #WomenintheWorkplace
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We are a business improvement and standards company that partners with more than 77,500 clients globally across multiple industry sectors. BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by working with them to tackle society’s critical issues – from climate change to building trust in AI and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a fair society and a sustainable world. For over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives. Today BSI engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments to deliver on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs.
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Urban Bettag MBA
Enterprise & Senior Solution Architect | Technology Strategy | Tech Transformation Leader - Partnering with energy and utilities leaders | Cambridge…
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Fergus Cloughley
Director & Chief Executive Officer at International Data Flows
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Timothy Wren
President, Global Business Leader
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Graeme Richardson-Locke FRSA
Head of Associations & Technical Lead at FESPA
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A new built environment standard is open for public consultation, and we’re keen to get your input to make sure it reflects the needs of the sector. PAS 1958 provides a guide for businesses to navigate existing data and information standards, so that you can digitally transform your organisation with confidence. The consultation is open until 10 October. 👉 Have your say: https://lnkd.in/e8KnSgZd If you’d like to know more about the standard or have any questions about the consultation, join our webinar on 1 October, as part of Innovate UK’s #BridgeAI programme. Hear from the experts involved in developing the draft - more about this in the comments. #PublicConsultation #PAS1958 #BuiltEnvironment #Construction #Data #Information Dan Rossiter FCIAT Emma Hooper Emmanuel Ewah
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💡Menopause is finally becoming part of mainstream workplace policy discussions - and momentum is building. In the US, the Advancing Menopause Care and Mid-Life Women’s Health Act (2024) proposes a $275 million, five-year investment into research, education, and awareness campaigns. Advocacy groups and public figures have helped to push this forward, shining a spotlight on an issue that has too often been overlooked. While many economies already recognize the importance of paid maternity leave, menopause support has yet to reach the same level of acceptance. For businesses, this shift offers both challenges and opportunities. Organizations that act early can create more inclusive, supportive workplaces, helping to retain talent and demonstrate leadership in employee wellbeing. Our latest report, 'Raising the Second Glass Ceiling', explores how standards, policies, and cultural change can work together to accelerate progress 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJDnT9md #BSI #SecondGlassCeiling #FutureofWork #Inclusion #GenderEquality #Menopause #WomenintheWorkplace #WellbeingatWork
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♻️ The circular economy offers a compelling and necessary alternative to our current linear economy of extract - make - use - discard. A model built on 🔄 restoration and regeneration, the circular economy can minimize waste and maximise value throughout the lifecycle of materials — presenting both 🌱 sustainability and 📈 commercial benefits. While the economic and environmental logic of the circular economy is compelling, its successful widespread adoption hinges on a less tangible but equally critical factor: 🔐 trust. In partnership with The Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL), BSI have undertaken research to identify the barriers to, and drivers for, building trust in the circular economy. 📘 The Tipping Point: Building trust in the circular economy explores the opportunities for organizations to build trust to drive wider uptake of the circular economy and unlock the sustainability and commercial gains. 🔍 Explore the research to learn more about the key factors for building trust that can tip society towards a more circular and sustainable future: https://lnkd.in/ecmhJhtW #BSI #TheTippingPoint #Circularity #CircularEconomy #Sustainability
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In Japan, menopause costs businesses over ¥1.9 trillion in lost productivity every year💸 The government has taken steps by publishing the Gender Equality White Paper, encouraging organizations to address menopause directly. The Health and Global Policy Institute has also called for national-level collaboration between business, government, and academia. These efforts underline a crucial truth: supporting women at work is not just about fairness - it’s about driving economic resilience and future-ready workplaces💡 Discover more global policy developments in our new report 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJDnT9md #BSI #SecondGlassCeiling #FutureofWork #Inclusion #GenderEquality #Menopause #WomenintheWorkplace
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🌍 What does menopause policy look like across the globe? 📊 Women make up 42% of the global workforce, yet challenges remain. Across OECD countries, the gender pay gap still averages 13.1%, and cultural or family responsibilities continue to limit opportunities. Some governments are taking steps. Flexible work and maternity leave are now common, but the focus on menopause in the workplace is still emerging. Supporting women through every stage of life strengthens organizations, boosts productivity, and builds a fairer world of work. Discover global policy developments in our new report 👉 https://lnkd.in/eJDnT9md #BSI #SecondGlassCeiling #FutureofWork #Inclusion #GenderEquality #Menopause #WomenintheWorkplace
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Quality Drives Circular Choices in the Built Environment 🏘️🔄 When it comes to circular appliances and fittings, trust matters ✅ According to our latest research with the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL): 🔧 58% of people say quality & reliability are the top factors when considering circular appliances & fittings. 📊 60% rank evidence of quality as a key driver in deciding to use circular materials and fittings in their homes. This signals a crucial insight: sustainability alone isn't enough - people need confidence in the quality of circular materials and fittings before they commit 🛠️🔍 So, how can businesses build trust in circular products and accelerate adoption in the built environment sector? 🤔 Read The Tipping Point: Building Trust in the Circular Economy to explore key solutions 👉 https://lnkd.in/ezGUsmEd #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #BuiltEnvironment #QualityMatters #TheTippingPoint #BSI
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Recycled Packaging in Food - Consumer Expectations Are Clear 🥫♻️ Sustainability is top of mind for consumers, but trust remains key in the food sector’s circular journey. 🌍 📦 63% of people believe the food industry should prioritise recycled & recyclable packaging, even if costs increase. 🥇 A third of people would choose food in recycled packaging over regular packaging. But beyond sustainability, trust drives purchasing decisions: ✅ 54% say quality & reliability and cost are the most important factors. 🛡️ 42% want proof of safety & hygiene before committing. 📌 The takeaway? The food sector must balance sustainability with transparency to accelerate circularity and build consumer trust. In partnership with the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL), our latest research explores how trust influences circular purchasing decisions. 📖 Read The Tipping Point: Building Trust in the Circular Economy today 👉 https://lnkd.in/eEG2Bzu7 #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #FoodSector #RecycledPackaging #ConsumerTrust #TheTippingPoint #BSI
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In March 2023, Germany hosted its first parliamentary event focused on menopause – a milestone moment that recognized the medical, personal, economic, and societal impact of this stage in life. Driven by MPs Dorothee Bär and Julia Klöckner, the event highlighted how current gaps in policy and research affect not only women but the wider economy. By April 2025, these discussions had translated into policy, with menopause and women’s health formally included in the coalition agreement. Plans to increase research funding and integrate menopause into university curricula mark a significant shift in approach. This progress shows how governments can lead the way in addressing overlooked issues and demonstrates that meaningful change is possible when awareness is followed by action. Our latest report, 'Lifting the Second Glass Ceiling', explores progress for working women in leading markets around the world: https://lnkd.in/eJDnT9md #BSI #SecondGlassCeiling #FutureofWork #Inclusion #GenderEquality #Menopause #WomenintheWorkplace
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