The world of business and commerce is a far more dynamic place than it used to be.  It is not unexpected for even the smallest of businesses to operate on a regional or even a global scale, struggling to cope with ever changing legislation whilst maintaining good customer and stakeholder relationships.

Many businesses, while concerned about their impacts and relationships, are almost powerless to do anything meaningful or long-term because they lack the time and money.  GRADES is one solution that aims to bridge the gap between company aspiration and action.  Companies who take part in the programme can be expected to benefit in a range of ways:- by understanding the full cost of their impacts, by having employees that are better informed, by generating new business opportunties, fostering stronger and more meaningful community links......For companies this is a win win situation.