Management, Measurement & Metrics
By: Gary Lawrence, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at AECOM
I’m sorry to trot out the old chestnut about “what gets measured is what gets managed,” but this last week has been a trying game of numbers for me. As I head toward the weekend, I am once again forced to question the utility of so much of what we spend our time measuring.
From where we are standing today, the key questions are:
- How do we make economic progress without destroying the natural, life-sustaining resource base necessary for that progress?
- How do we achieve progress for all rather than progress for just a few?
- How do we address the real issues of our time: poverty alleviation, infectious disease, famine and civil strife?
For Gary's perspective on how to address these key questions, check out his latest Environmental Leader article.
About AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014. More information on AECOM and its services can be found at www.aecom.com.
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