What is ESG software?

ESG (from English. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) is a topic that continues to evolve and enter more and more aspects of business. Companies need to be socially engaged, corporately responsible, and environmentally friendly in their operations.

Under the requirements of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), in order to be able to monitor and demonstrate their performance and progress, many companies are required to prepare and file ESG reports for reporting periods beginning on and after January 1, 2024.

Their primary purpose is to provide information on how the organization manages its environmental impact, social responsibility, and corporate governance.

The use of ESG reporting software is critical, and therefore, the market for ESG software providers is also expected to grow rapidly.

In the following lines, we will take the first step towards choosing the right software solution for you: we will explain what ESG software is.

Read more: What is ESG and how do you comply with sustainability reporting regulations in a timely manner?

What is ESG software?

ESG software is a useful tool for helping businesses manage, improve, and report on their ESG policies and practices.

It allows organizations to accurately measure and track their ESG performance, enabling them to identify their strengths and weaknesses in their sustainability efforts.

On the other hand, the software provides centralized data collection, analysis, and reporting, facilitating the process related to ESG regulations.

With functions to track and analyze operational data such as energy consumption and waste generation or calculate CO2 emissions, specialized solutions support sustainability efforts, such as managing the carbon footprint of supply chain processes.

Organizations of all sizes and across all industries can use ESG software to manage their environmental impact effectively.

These solutions simplify compliance with ESG regulations, identify areas for improvement in sustainability, and facilitate changes that promote not only environmental but also economic and social sustainability.

Read more: ESG reporting in practice – examples and new aspects

Choosing the right software and implementer can be a challenging and time-consuming task.

Before selecting the right solution for your business and its implementer, it’s a good idea to assess your needs and the vendor’s ability to meet them and help your organization achieve its goals.


No business today can grow and be competitive without IT systems. Choosing and implementing the right software solution is a complex, difficult, but critically important decision.

At Balkan Services,, we have expert knowledge of business, technology, and legislation and speak all three languages. We will listen carefully and advise you on choosing the right business system for your needs.

Balkan Services has been supporting businesses on their digital transformation journey since 2006. We have already helped over 390 companies digitize their businesses by implementing well-established software solutions and managing IT infrastructure.

Balkan Services
Balkan Services

Balkan Services has been implementing software solutions for businesses since 2006 and has completed more than 720 business software implementation projects and building complete IT infrastructure for 390+ companies. We follow a proven implementation methodology with clear steps and best practice know-how.