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• Sustainability is fundamentally linked to livelihood and long-term industrial
productivity.
• Effective global alignment requires practical comparative matrices and
strategic management plans with budgetary provisions.
• Digital transformation enhances business operations by translating
sustainability practices into quantifiable financial gains.
• Sustaining large-scale projects in complex environments demands immense
patience, strategic interpretation, and adaptable stakeholder engagement.
• Sustainability is a universal domain, accessible to all professions, and
ultimately driven by respect for the environment.
What I learned from Bijan Mishra
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1. According to Bijan Mishra, what fundamental insight did he gain during
his early industrial tenure that became central to his understanding of
sustainability?
2. When aligning local practices with international sustainability guidelines,
what key element does Bijan’s team incorporate when “100% alignment” is
“often impossible”?
3. Bijan Mishra addresses a common misunderstanding among operations
personnel regarding “digitization” in sustainability. What is this
misconception?
4. Bijan’s advice for future leaders highlights that ESG is “not copyrighted by
any institute or any particular qualification.” What is the main implication of
this statement for aspiring sustainability professionals?
5. Which of the following is NOT one of the four key insights Bijan Mishra
draws upon to maintain his conviction and persist through immense project
difficulties?
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