11 March 2025, posted by Barbara Dubach on LinkedIn:
At engageability, we analyzed how the 100 largest Swiss companies report on stakeholder engagement. What we found was eye-opening:
- 82% identify and report on their stakeholders.
- 72% engage with a diverse range of them.
So far, so good. But here’s the issue:
While 70% report on stakeholder engagement activities, less than half (46%) go beyond business-as-usual practices, such as:
- Annual meetings
- Routine check-ins
- Customer surveys
Are these efforts enough to truly engage stakeholders and address their needs in a meaningful way?
Our findings reveal the current state of stakeholder engagement in Switzerland:
- 31% barely disclose any stakeholder engagement efforts.
- 47% provide some information, but it’s incomplete.
- Only 22% truly integrate stakeholder input into their business strategies.
On average, Swiss companies meet just 60% of the criteria.
Why does this matter?
Because stakeholder engagement is not only critical for addressing ESG concerns, it also is a strategic advantage. If done right, effective engagement:
👉 Mitigates risks
👉 Drives innovation
👉 Aligns corporate strategies with societal expectations
Yet, at the moment most companies in Switzerland are missing out on these opportunities due to low stakeholder engagement.
Is your company truly engaging its stakeholders?
If you think you could still improve in this area, we at engageability help companies develop stakeholder engagement strategies and execute them effectively. Send me a message, or visit https://engageability.ch/ to learn more.
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