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Brownee helps SMEs take action on sustainability, track progress and share results with confidence. It is designed for smaller and medium-sized businesses that want practical steps, not paperwork.

Why we recommend Brownee

Brownee guides smaller and medium-sized organisations to take practical steps, measure progress and share results. It is designed for SMEs, with a simple path from beginner actions to measurable impact.

With Brownee you can:

  • Identify the right starting actions for your size and sector
  • Track, benchmark and report improvements to clients and funders
  • Use clear dashboards to monitor what matters
  • Start free, then upgrade only if you need more features

Turn ESG from pressure into progress

ESG expectations are moving quickly in Australia. Large companies have begun climate-related reporting, and those requirements are flowing to suppliers, tenders and grants. If you sell into corporate or government supply chains, you will be asked for credible evidence. Getting ready now protects revenue and opens new doors.

Think of ESG like a new business credit check. You either have it and move forward, or you do not and miss opportunities. The work that builds ESG readiness is also what makes a business stronger: systems, policies and processes that add value today and at exit. Do not wait until you are forced. Get ahead.

How SBAAS helps you succeed

We make Brownee work as part of your day-to-day operations.

  • Set up your Brownee account and align it to business goals
  • Clean data and create simple routines your team can follow
  • Map quick wins that reduce cost and risk
  • Build easy dashboards and stakeholder summaries
  • Review results and adjust the plan for steady progress
  • Help create the relevant Policies and Procedures to ensure your compliance

You receive clear advice, practical systems, and support, so sustainability adds value. This is not just compliance. It is a smart strategy that helps you leapfrog competitors, build trust and grow enterprise value.

Who it is great for

  • Service and trade businesses wanting low-effort improvements
  • Not-for-profits needing to evidence outcomes to funders
  • Manufacturers and logistics operators improving efficiency
  • Professional services and education providers responding to ESG requests

ESG expectations are spreading through supply chains, so early movers win work while others scramble.

Connect it to your wider stack

We embed Brownee alongside finance, HR, operations and reporting tools so actions and evidence fit your normal workflow. That means less admin and more continuous improvement, your team can maintain.

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Our goal is simple: to help you overcome challenges and build a strong foundation for your business’s future.

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Why Choose Us?

At SBAAS, we focus on delivering clear, practical solutions that produce real results. Our experienced team works closely with you to understand your business challenges and goals. We provide advice that is easy to apply and helps your business grow efficiently.

Why Businesses Choose SBAAS
  • Expert Team: Our consultants bring years of experience across industries, ensuring you receive reliable, informed guidance.
  • Clear Communication: We explain strategies in straightforward terms, so you always understand the steps involved.
  • Practical Solutions: We provide actionable recommendations that are simple to implement and lead to measurable improvements.
  • Customised Support: Every plan we create is specific to your business, addressing your unique needs and goals.

Choose SBAAS for the support you can trust. We focus on what matters most—helping your business succeed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ESG and what does ESG reporting mean?

ESG stands for Environmental, Social and Governance. ESG reporting is how an organisation shares its policies, actions and results in these areas so others can assess performance.

From 2025, larger Australian entities begin publishing climate-related disclosures. Timelines phase in by size. Smaller suppliers will feel the flow-on through procurement and contracts.

Most SMEs are not required at first. Many will still be asked for ESG evidence by bigger customers, funders and government programs.

Expect questions from 2025 onward. If you sell to listed companies, major corporates or government, ESG information will appear in tender and renewal documents.

Australia aligns to local sustainability standards that draw on global frameworks. Many buyers also recognise familiar frameworks such as TCFD, GRI and SASB.

Annually is common. Many organisations also track key indicators quarterly to guide decisions and show progress.

Clear policies, procedures and data. Typical items include emissions estimates, safety and HR policies, community outcomes, governance records and improvement plans.

Buyers use ESG to assess risk and value. Clear policies and simple evidence help prove you are a safe, reliable supplier. It can lift your score on non-price criteria and help you stand out in close contests.

Focus on practical actions. Show how you reduce waste, support staff wellbeing, buy locally when possible and manage safety well. Provide simple metrics and a plan for the next 12 months. Credible, small steps beat vague promises.

Is ESG just compliance, or can it help the business?

It can do both. Good ESG builds credibility, reduces risk, improves operations and supports growth. It also speeds up approvals in tenders and partnerships.

Use real actions and verifiable data. Keep records, follow recognised frameworks and report consistently. Do not make claims you cannot support.

Some entities will move to mandatory assurance over time. Even if not required, better evidence and controls make reporting more reliable.

It depends on your starting point. Many SMEs can set policies, establish a baseline and prepare a simple pack within weeks, then improve over the year.

Use a practical platform to guide actions, track progress and create simple dashboards. Pair it with a short policy set, owner responsibilities and a monthly routi

Focus on what matters most. Include a short policy suite, baseline measures, two or three priority actions, owners and timelines, and a simple reporting calendar.

Start small. Write core policies. Set a baseline for key measures. Choose quick wins that reduce cost or risk. Create a one-page plan and begin. Consistency beats perfection.

Grants fund outcomes. ESG and impact sections help assess community benefit, risk and value for money. Strong answers show your project is responsible, achievable and aligned to the funder’s priorities.

Prepare a short impact statement, baseline measures and a plan to track results. Include governance arrangements, stakeholder support, risks and how you will manage them. Make sure your budget reflects these activities.

Choose a few clear indicators, set targets and assign owners. Capture data monthly and keep simple notes on activities and lessons. Provide a short dashboard and a narrative summary in each report so funders can see progress and value.

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