Integrating Sustainability Assessments into Software Management Practices - An Action Research Study on Optimising a Framework for Evaluating and Improving Software Sustainability
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Examensarbete för masterexamen
Master's Thesis
Master's Thesis
Program
Software engineering and technology (MPSOF), MSc
Publicerad
2024
Författare
Ahlqvist, Fredrik
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This thesis investigates the integration of sustainability assessments into software
management practices, focusing on Husqvarna Group’s initiative to incorporate sustainability
scores into its extensive application portfolio. The research adopts an
action research methodology to develop and refine a sustainability assessment tool
that evaluates software applications across environmental, social, governance, and
process sustainability dimensions.
The study identifies key criteria for defining sustainable IT and develops a framework
that allows for the comparison of different software systems based on their
sustainability contributions. By incorporating feedback from industry practices,
company goals, and sustainability frameworks, the tool aims to facilitate more informed
decision-making within enterprise IT strategies.
Key findings highlight the challenges and benefits of integrating sustainability into
software management. The research underscores the importance of customizable
tools that align with company-specific sustainability goals and regulatory requirements,
such as the upcoming Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
Additionally, it addresses the need for improved sustainability data, transparency in
vendor practices, and enhanced sustainability knowledge among service managers.
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Computer , science , computer science , engineering , project , thesis , sustainability , ESG , CSRD