The Resiliency Report

Change is in the air as summer winds down—cooler weather, shorter days, and leaves just starting to turn. Similarly, we’re seeing notable shifts across the modern workplace, real estate, and sustainability landscapes, and are excited to share the latest regulatory developments, industry insights, and must-read content!

In this 5th issue of The Resiliency Report, we're placing extra emphasis on resources and content surrounding the modern workplace. We're sharing an in-depth use case video on how to leverage technology to achieve total space optimization, as well as a few extra workplace-related articles and webinars.

Relevant Industry News

💼 Workplace

A recent global survey by the International Workplace Group revealed that 90% of CEOs and CFOs are concerned about macroeconomic instability. In response, 86% are actively taking steps to protect their businesses financially, with hybrid working emerging as a cornerstone and key enabler, HR Executive.
In today’s evolving workforce, traditional benefits no longer satisfy younger workers—especially Gen Z. Employers must adapt by designing benefits that prioritize mental, financial, and overall well-being, while allowing for personalization and relevance, Insurance NewsNet.

Tango's Take: Tango's Take: Gen Z’s call for flexibility and well-being isn’t just about perks—it’s about how the workplace itself enables those outcomes. At Tango, we help organizations create work environments that adapt to evolving employee expectations. Our Workplace solution gives leaders visibility into how space is being used, enabling strategies that support hybrid work, wellness initiatives, and smarter resource allocation. By aligning workplace design with employee needs, companies can offer the flexibility and balance Gen Z values—while also driving efficiency and long-term success.

AI ethics policies should balance compliance, culture, and trust—while staying flexible as technology evolves. The most effective policies also explain why rules exist, ensuring employees feel supported rather than replaced. Above all, an AI policy should act as a “living playbook,” updated regularly to reflect new tools, regulations, and workforce needs, HR Dive.

🏠 Real Estate

Retailers are navigating significant challenges due to evolving tariff policies. Many pulled in shipments early to avoid newly imposed duties, while rising import costs have forced price increases and tighter margins. Despite these adaptations, increased costs are expected to strain profits and shape a more volatile retail landscape, Retail Dive.
Amid economic pressures, Walmart and Target are ramping up AI investments to enhance customer and employee experiences, Retail Dive.

🌱 Energy & Sustainability

On September 2, 2025, CARB published new guidance and a draft checklist for Climate-Related Financial Risk Disclosures, offering companies a road map for compliance with SB 261. The guidance clarifies key procedural issues raised at CARB’s recent workshop, Vinson & Elkins.
A joint statement on the new trade agreement between the U.S. and the European Union promised to reduce administrative burden of sustainability laws and increased “flexibility” regarding import fees tied to carbon emissions, ESG Dive.
California’s new laws laws requiring large companies to disclose their value chain greenhouse gas emissions and report on climate-related risks survived another court challenge, with a U.S. District Judge denying a motion to block enforcement, ESG Today.

Tango's Take: The first compliance deadlines of 2026 for emissions disclosures, and 2026/27 for risk report, remain intact. Companies must get reporting systems and supplier data pipelines in place now. Waiting for clarity is no longer a viable strategy; taking action is necessary.

Forbes highlights the enormous upside of climate action, projecting a potential $4.4 trillion economic payoff. The argument is clear that companies that invest in decarbonization and resilience aren’t just being altruistic, but making the smartest long-term business bet, Forbes.

New Tango Resources & Content

Workplace Use Case Video

In this video, we’ll walk you through a real-world use case of how Tango Workplace drives smarter space optimization.

From identifying underutilized areas and making adjustments to reallocating spaces and optimizing floor plans, you’ll see step by step how the platform helps unlock the full potential of your building.

Guides

Given that the built environment accounts for almost 40% of global carbon emissions, translating net zero ambition into execution is no longer optional—it's an urgent imperative.

For owners, operators, tenants, and investors, achieving net zero in the built environment requires translating climate goals into tangible building and site level actions. Our Guide to Net Zero in the Built Environment provides a practical framework to help you bridge the gap between ambition and execution.

Download here >>>

Our new Guide to Sustainability Goal Tracking provides a practical framework for corporations to set, track, and evaluate sustainability goals in an honest, data-driven, and resilient way. It goes beyond simple net zero commitments to examine the broader portfolio of goals, and charts a path from pledges to measurable results!

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