Management, Measurement & Metrics
By: Gary Lawrence, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at AECOM
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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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