A survey by Datamaran reveals that corporate governance is undergoing a transformation, as companies shift their focus towards ESG in response to the CSRD.
According to ESG News, the findings from the 2025 CSRD Pulse Check Survey show that 71.6% of companies now conduct regular ESG strategy reviews at the board level, while 62.6% have established dedicated ESG committees. Additionally, 32.87% of executives now have ESG-linked performance metrics, indicating that sustainability is no longer an isolated function but a core priority integrated into leadership and governance.
Marjella Lecourt-Alma, CEO and co-founder of Datamaran, commented on the findings, saying, “ESG is moving from an isolated function to a boardroom priority. Our survey shows that 71.6% of companies now conduct regular ESG strategy reviews at the board level, 62.6% have dedicated ESG committees, and 32.87% have ESG-linked executive performance metrics. This is a clear sign that companies are embedding sustainability into leadership and governance — an essential step for long-term success in an era of increasing regulatory and investor scrutiny.”
Beyond compliance, companies are increasingly using CSRD reporting data to bolster their governance and resilience. The survey highlights that 80.6% of companies are using CSRD reporting to refine their sustainability disclosures, while 56.7% are incorporating the insights into risk management and strategic planning. Furthermore, 44.7% are leveraging CSRD data for competitive benchmarking. However, only 23.8% focus on supplier and partner evaluation, suggesting a gap in integrating value chain considerations into the reporting process.
The most valuable insights for decision-making, according to respondents, are the material impacts, risks, and opportunities (IROs), with 55% of companies prioritizing these. The strategic alignment of ESG with business objectives came second, at 37.8%, and value chain data analysis was identified by 30.7% of respondents as crucial.
Datamaran’s CEO emphasized the growing strategic importance of ESG data, saying, “Our survey results make it clear: forward-thinking companies are embracing CSRD not just as a compliance exercise but as a strategic enabler. With over 56% of companies using CSRD to strengthen governance, risk management, and financial resilience, we’re seeing a shift toward ESG as a driver of business value. Leaders who integrate ESG insights into core decision-making will be best positioned to navigate regulatory demands and achieve long-term business success.”
This shift underscores a significant transformation in how businesses view ESG data—not merely as a compliance requirement but as a competitive advantage that shapes future strategy.
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