BRSR Core & BRSR Assurance Readiness | A CxO Playbook

Expert insights to go from "filed BRSR" to "Assurance-Ready".
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BRSR Assurance Readiness

The CxO Playbook

Discover expert insights and real strategies, tune into The Sustainability Sherpa Podcast to climb toward lasting value.

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BRSR Core & BRSR Assurance Readiness | A CxO Playbook

Expert insights from ICICI Bank, Kirloskar Group, Grant Thornton, and RPSG Group on what it takes to go from "filed BRSR" to "assurance-ready" and what breaks when organizations aren't prepared.

BRSR Core & BRSR Assurance Readiness | A CxO Playbook

Expert insights from ICICI Bank, Kirloskar Group, Grant Thornton, and RPSG Group on what it takes to go from "filed BRSR" to "assurance-ready" and what breaks when organizations aren't prepared.

Key Takeaways

What Boards expect
Build audit ready discipline
Assurance red flags

BRSR Assurance Readiness

The 2025 BRSR Core assurance mandate marks a fundamental shift for India's top 500 listed companies.

Board-Level Expectations

What Boards, CFOs, and CS teams expect to see before signing off on BRSR disclosures.

Assurance Red Flags to Avoid

Understand where BRSR Core metrics commonly fail traceability and why assurance partners reject submissions.

Data Discipline for Auditability

How to establish evidence trails, ownership structures, and controls that withstand independent assurance.

The CxO Readiness Roadmap

A clear plan to prepare for your first BRSR Core assurance cycle in 2026

What 170+ CXOs Learned About BRSR Core Assurance

Most organizations have filed BRSR reports for 2-3 years. But when external assurance begins, 40-60% of metrics get rejected. Why? Because filing a report and passing audit-grade assurance are two fundamentally different standards. This webinar breaks down the gap. You'll hear from: Leena Pillai (ICICI Bank) on treating ESG assurance like a financial audit Mayura Bhusari (Kirloskar Group) on eliminating data fatigue through digital systems Abhishek Tripathi (Grant Thornton) on the top red flags auditors look for Saket Sah (RPSG Group) on how investor expectations drive data quality Whether you're preparing for your first assurance cycle or refining existing processes, this session gives you a clear roadmap for 2025 readiness.

Meet Your Guides on This Climb

Our guest speakers bring deep ESG expertise and real-world experience. Think of them as Sherpas leading the way, sharing insights, and helping you navigate complex sustainability challenges.
Saket Sah
Investor Relations & ESG | RPSG Group
Mayura Bhusari
Invesor Relations | Kirloskar Group
Abhishek Tripathi
ESG & CSR | Grant Thornton Bharat
Leena Pillai
ESG & CSR | ICICI Bank

BRSR Assurance Readiness

The CxO Playbook

Discover expert insights and real strategies, tune into The Sustainability Sherpa Podcast to climb toward lasting value.