“ This programme is one of many across the group . Our CEO wants to create a quartile digital business by 2023 , which was set last year ”
SSE obviously complex ,” says Platts . “ Having a large number of users in procurement and the wider business means that business change and adoption needs to be carefully through , but we have managed to deliver them on time and under budget . More broadly we recognise that digital isn ’ t just about the shiny new technology , it ’ s a cultural change in the function and the wider organisation to consider new ways of working to become more agile in what we do .
“ Another challenge has been on the recruitment side . We are looking for resources in some key roles at the moment , but so are a lot of other procurement functions . Labour markets are becoming buoyant post-COVID so we have to consider how we attract and importantly retain talent in the team ,” adds Platts .
SSE and its relationship with sustainability When it comes to sustainability at SSE , the utility company is deep-rooted in making a difference . “ Our purpose is to provide the energy needed today , while building a better world of energy for tomorrow .. Our vision
“ This programme is one of many across the group . Our CEO wants to create a quartile digital business by 2023 , which was set last year ”
CHRIS PLATTS HEAD OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS , SSE
is to be a leading energy company in a net-zero world . Our strategy is to create value for shareholders and society in a sustainable way by developing , building , operating and investing in the electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the transition to net-zero . And our Goals by 2030 are to cut carbon intensity by 60 %, treble our renewable energy output to 30TWH / annum , help accommodate 10 million electric vehicles onto the electricity network , and be the leading company in the UK and Ireland championing fair tax and a real living wage ,” says Fleming .
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