What Is CSR Impact Assessment?

A CSR impact assessment systematically evaluates how corporate social responsibility projects affect communities, the environment and stakeholders, measuring outputs, outcomes and long‑term impacts”. Include a bullet list summarising the legal requirements under Rule 8(3) of the Companies (CSR Policy) Rules, 2014, as highlighted in the blog:

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Our CSR Impact Assessment Process

Pre‑Project: Lay the foundation

set baselines, design the Theory of Change and define SMART KPIs

During Project: Monitor actively

build a data dashboard and conduct periodic reviews

Post‑Project: Evaluate and report

engage an independent agency, mix quantitative and qualitative methods, calculate SROI and annex results to the board report

Benefits of a CSR Impact Assessment

Summarise the key benefits beyond compliance:

Risk mitigation and optimisation:

Independent assessments reveal gaps and prevent misallocated funds.

Scalability and innovation

 Impact data allows replication of successful projects.

Enhanced transparency and trust:

Quantified outcomes (e.g., reduced disease rates) build investor and stakeholder confidence.

Competitive edge

Aligns with global standards (e.g., GRI, UN SDGs) and strengthens B2B relationships

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