SEARCH ABOUT US CONTACT LOG IN JOIN NOW Membership Events & Training International News & Magazine Policy Business Support Circular Edinburgh DYW Responsible Business Every business is linked to the community and society in which it operates and it pays to act responsibly. Involving your business in the community isn’t just about doing the right thing. It means behaving responsibly and dealing with suppliers who do the same. It also offers direct business benefits to SME’s: Enhances your company brand Strengthens company culture and values which you can share with your clients Raises your competitive edge by showing clients and potential customers your credentials Helps attract and retain staff Helps in becoming a preferred supplier especially when bidding for contracts Boosts your responsible business credentials So where do you start? As you focus on running your business it might seem daunting but being a responsible business can simply mean changing your philosophy and amending some of your processes. One place to start could be, The Scottish Business Pledge which is a voluntary commitment made by companies in Scotland to uphold some of the best in modern business practices and to embrace the principles of fairness, equality, opportunity and innovation. There are four key areas you can focus on, to help ensure you run a responsible business. Please use the links below to find out more: Community Workforce Ethical Trading Environment Business Comment Business Comment is the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce’s bi-monthly magazine. It provides insight on Edinburgh’s vibrant business community, with features on the city’s key sectors, interviews with leading figures and news on new business developments in the capital. Read More Here About Contact Join Now Complaints Cookies & Privacy Policy This site uses analytical cookies to improve the user experience and help us understand how it's used. Read our Privacy Policy here. © 2021 Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, 40 George St, Edinburgh, EH2 2LE Responsive Website Design, Development & Hosting by mtc.