5 key steps to get ready for the CSRD

Why preparing for the CSRD is essential

La directive européenne CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive) impose aux entreprises un reporting extra-financier normé, structuré et audité. Remplaçant la DPEF, elle nécessite une implication de toute l’entreprise et de sa chaîne de valeur. Pour vous aider à aborder cette transformation sereinement, voici les 5 étapes clés à suivre pour anticiper, structurer et publier votre rapport de durabilité.

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Step 1: Kick off your CSRD project

Set an implementation timeline

Establish a precise schedule with clear milestones. Breaking it down effectively will help you avoid delays and coordinate contributions efficiently.

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Build a cross-functional project team

The CSRD involves data from many departments (HR, procurement, finance, environment, etc.). Create a representative project team to facilitate information gathering and communication with stakeholders.

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Step 2: Conduct a double materiality assessment

Identify issues specific to your business

Which ESG topics affect your company? Pollution? Energy dependency? Human rights in the supply chain?

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Perform the double materiality analysis

Answer two essential questions:

- What is your company's impact on society and the environment?

- How can ESG issues affect your business?

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This analysis is the foundation for determining the applicable ESRS standards.

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Step 3: Identify the data to collect

List the relevant ESRS standards

Based on your analysis, determine which ESRS standards apply to you (E1 Climate, S1 Own workforce, G1 Business conduct, etc.).

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Identify the data to provide

For each standard, you will need to compile documents (internal policies, KPIs, proof of action). Some data will already be available, while others will need to be created or structured.

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Get the right contributors on board

Identify the people who hold the information: financial controllers, HR managers, purchasing directors, etc. Give them access to your reporting tool.

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Step 4: Collect and centralize data

Choose the right reporting tool

Use dedicated software to centralize, track, and structure your sustainability data. It can be developed in-house or purchased off-the-shelf.

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Conduct an internal audit

Before submitting to an independent third-party auditor (ITP), verify the consistency, completeness, and traceability of your data.

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Step 5: Audit and publish your CSRD report

Submit data to an independent third-party auditor

External auditing is mandatory. It validates your double materiality analysis, the indicators used, and the accuracy of the data.

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Publish your sustainability report

Currently, there is no mandatory filing portal, but the report must be public, traceable, and accessible to stakeholders.

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Discover "Objectif CSRD" by Altopi

Altopi supports you through every step:

- Timeline development

- Materiality analysis

- ESRS standard selection

- Data collection

- Structured SaaS reporting tool

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Take action with Objectif CSRD and secure your compliance today.

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Going further

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Key takeaways

- The CSRD replaces the NFRD and mandates detailed ESG reporting

- A project-based approach and a structured tool are essential

- The double materiality assessment is the foundation for everything else

- External audits ensure data accuracy and integrity

- Altopi’s support secures and accelerates your compliance

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Your company's sustainable performance