Instead of the usual public BBFAW report, this briefing paper summarises methodological findings from the BBFAW 2022 pilot benchmark and includes case study examples of company reporting. We assess each business function’s contribution to business value relative to its cost of delivering services. A future-fit business is one that in no way undermines the possibility that humans and other life will flourish on Earth. Teachers can choose from the BEC edition or the BULATS edition at the right level for their students.

Two consultation webinars were held on the 2nd February 2023 and offered companies the opportunity to hear more about the proposed changes to the 2022 BBFAW methodology and to submit responses live during the webinar.The Future Fit Business benchmark is the next step in assessing truly sustainable business performance. We are already breaking new ground by connecting it with our experience in managing the sustainability transition within organisations. Reality shows that benchmarking with the past, peers, or short-term goals is insufficient to accelerate required progress. An 'Exam Skills' section for BEC or BULATS, so students know exactly what to do to get the best score in each exam task type.

Future-Fit Business Benchmark began as an initiative co-led by The Natural Step Canada and 3D Investment Foundation. Animal welfare is becoming an increasingly important topic for consumers, alongside issues related to food provenance, traceability and quality. Business Benchmark is a Business English course for BEC or BULATS and can also be used independently of these exams for general Business English courses. In the words of John Elkington, pioneer of the concept of the triple bottom line, ‘the Future-Fit Business Benchmark is an idea who’s time has come’.All industries are deriving organisational value from technology, but manufacturing firms are behind the curve.

Our broader benchmark results suggest that they are overlooking opportunities in data-driven business, talent and ESG that will drive long-term success.

Twenty four short units, covering important vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, listening and speaking skills for business, whether students are taking an exam or not. For instance, just one in three firms use a transparent and standardised evaluation process for candidates. This document provides guidance on the steps required for food companies to develop an effective Antibiotic Stewardship Programme (ASP). The real question we need to ask ourselves is: ‘When we sum up our activities, are we part of the problem, or truly part of the solution?

In March and April 2023, the BBFAW conducted a pilot assessment of 150 companies against the new 2022 benchmark criteria.Alternatively, if your query is urgent, you can contact our Supporter Engagement Team on +44 (0)1483 521 953 (lines open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm). They show what graduates might reasonably be expected to know, do and understand at the end of their studies.