Long-term value creation metrics

EY Long-term value teams can help you shape your strategy, drive transformation and measure progress in providing sustainable value through use of the WEF-IBC’s common metrics. EY leading role in developing the metrics means we’re uniquely placed to advise on their adoption and impact.

How long-term value creation metrics can help your organisation

The World Economic Forum’s International Business Council (WEF IBC) — supported by the Big Four accounting firms, including EY — has identified a universal set of metrics to help businesses better demonstrate their contributions toward sustainable, long-term value creation.

The list of 21 core and 34 expanded metrics was launched in September 2020 in the report Measuring Stakeholder Capitalism: Toward Common Metrics and Consistent Reporting of Sustainable Value Creation and provides a starting point for reporting against the most critical measures of non-financial value.

Many businesses are now adopting the WEF-IBC metrics in their mainstream annual reporting. And investors are increasingly focusing on the connection between sustainability and corporate strategy. As such, the new level of transparency demanded by the metrics may necessitate a review of existing disclosures and may also require a fresh look at how well your business is positioned to drive long-term value across stakeholders.

Market recognition and leadership will accrue to those companies that successfully put sustainability and long-term value creation at the heart of their corporate strategy and use this to guide investment in areas that drive competitive advantage.

Driving long-term value through purpose

For companies to genuinely generate long-term value (and measure and communicate it), a focus on stakeholder outcomes should be deeply embedded across the organisation and guided by its purpose. Addressing the needs of stakeholders should include a holistic assessment of corporate strategy, the business capabilities sought for successful execution and the ability to demonstrate impact in the market through measurement, reporting and communication through a cohesive narrative.

Long term value creation metrics

Developing and executing against a compelling purpose-driven strategy involves a range of business disciplines, including: competitive assessment, stakeholder mapping, purpose definition and activation, employee experience, customer value proposition, supply chain management, capital allocation decisions and leadership incentives.

Why EY people?

Building on the work with The Embankment Project for Inclusive Capitalism (EPIC), EY was at the forefront of the WEF IBC metric framework development. Our teams therefore know what to measure, why to measure it, how to measure it and how to use these key performance indicators to guide development of a purpose-driven, stakeholder-focused strategy that is right for your organisation’s needs.

EY teams bring together diverse high-performing teams drawn from across our Assurance, Consulting, Strategy and Tax service lines, and built for your business to help you reposition your strategy, drive successful execution and measure progress to create and demonstrate long-term value.

EY teams can support you with:

Our latest thinking

Clothes that cost the earth: Ireland’s textile waste problem

Explore Ireland's textile waste crisis, driven by unsustainable habits and inadequate recycling, and discover solutions for a circular economy.

09 Jul 2025 Derarca Dennis

EU Omnibus U-Turn: Four Strategies for Sustainable Business Success

Four strategic ways to use the EU's Omnibus U-turn as an opportunity for sustainability transformation, enhancing competitiveness and resilience.

25 Jun 2025 Derarca Dennis

Challenging times for FDI: What’s next for Ireland?

Policy focus on competitiveness is needed now more than ever before amidst a more competitive landscape for cross-border investment.

23 Jun 2025 Feargal de Freine +1

Shifting Gears: How Irish CEOs are Reimagining Growth Strategy Amid Global Volatility

Irish CEOs are prioritising agile strategies to counter geopolitical risks, invest in AI, and uphold DE&I commitments amidst global instability.

23 May 2025 Helena O’Dwyer +1

How Businesses can rethink and lead their water management

Explore Ireland's urgent water crisis and why businesses must prioritize water resilience. Learn key strategies for sustainable operations amid climate change.

How do CEOs chart a path to growth when the map keeps changing?

As cautious CEOs navigate trade wars and tariffs, strategic leaders can use M&A as a long-term value driver. Read more.

05 May 2025 Andrea Guerzoni +2

The five habits of successful Geostrategists

All companies are shifting strategies to adapt to geopolitical risk. Here is how to invest more efficiently and strategically than your competitors. Read more.

Waste not, want not: Embracing the EU’s circular economy mandate

Explore the impact of EU Regulation 2025/40 on packaging. Adapt now to avoid penalties, and embrace sustainability. Talk to EY today.

11 Apr 2025 Derarca Dennis +1

How Energy & Utilities are strengthening their sustainability efforts

There's growing commitment to addressing environmental challenges yet identifying barriers to bolder sustainability practices remains crucial. Find out how.

27 Mar 2025 Derarca Dennis +1

Agility in action: CEOs innovating and adapting for tomorrow's challenges

Discover how CEOs are driving agility and innovation in uncertain times. Learn about talent retention and ethical AI strategies. Read more!

20 Mar 2025 Helena O’Dwyer +1

What does the EU Omnibus package mean for your business

The EU Omnibus package will impact the sustainability strategy and reporting agendas of clients with significant business activities in the EU. Learn more.

12 Mar 2025 Derarca Dennis

How can a corporate transformation mindset unlock long-term value?

Confident CEOs embrace corporate transformation mindsets, using M&A and technology to navigate challenges and create long-term value. Read more.

21 Jan 2025 Andrea Guerzoni +2

CEOs in Ireland leveraging disruption for strategic gain

Our report reveals that CEOs in Ireland are particularly optimistic about managing business costs, revenue growth, and profitability.

14 Nov 2024 Helena O’Dwyer

Why the world needs business leaders to drive for net zero

There’s an urgent need for businesses to lead in net zero efforts by integrating sustainability into their core strategies. Find out how.

13 Nov 2024 Derarca Dennis

How the tide is turning towards sustainability in Irish business

Irish businesses are increasingly prioritising sustainability, with 81% reporting a heightened focus. Read the EY State of Sustainability 2024 report.

04 Nov 2024 Derarca Dennis

How we can leverage CSRD to drive sustainability and innovation

As businesses navigate a new landscape, the CSRD challenges them to comply, but also to seize the opportunity for growth through sustainability.

25 Oct 2024 Dave O’Shaughnessy +1

How a GenAI-powered tool can accelerate contract management lifecycle

Use of GenAI-powered solutions can speed up contract management processes and offer negotiation and risk mitigation guidance. Find out how.

09 Oct 2024 EY Ireland

Why early preparation is essential for new health product regime

New regulatory regime promises significant benefits for patients and opportunities for manufacturers but only if the industry is prepared. Find out how.

04 Oct 2024 Mark Chalmers +1

How bolder CEOs take charge to shape their future with confidence

EY CEO confidence index assesses CEO sentiment across sector growth, price and inflation, business growth, talent, and investment and technology. Read more

04 Sept 2024 Andrea Guerzoni +2

How can Ireland successfully adapt as the FDI landscape evolves?

International investors have identified policy areas for Ireland to focus on, including supporting high-tech industries and innovation. Find out how.

28 Jul 2024 Feargal de Freine +1

    Contact us
    Like what you’ve seen? Get in touch to learn more.
    You are visiting EY ie (en)
    ie en