GUIDING Q-CONNECT® TOWARDS SUSTAINABILITY
At Cojak, we understand the essence of change. In a world where sustainability shapes the future, we are your strategic partner in steering your brand through transformative tides. Our collaboration with Q-Connect SDG exemplifies our commitment to integrating sustainable practices into the very DNA of your brand, setting a precedent for excellence and responsibility. The Board of Directors at Q-CONNECT® recognized the need for a comprehensive shift towards sustainability. And we embarked on a Transformative Journey.
SETTING THE FOUNDATIONS: COJAK SHAPES Q-CONNECT®’S CSR TARGETS
Cojak believes in the power of participation. We laid the groundwork, collaborating to define Q-CONNECT®’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) targets
The first step was introspection, a shared vision forged during an intensive S.D.G. Workshop in Frankfurt with representatives from Q-CONNECT®’s six major stakeholders: EVO Group, Lider Papel, PBS holding, Plaisio, Waser, and Wulff supplies. The result of this collaboration allows Q-CONNECT® to set goals for their value chain in the next years, including assessments and innovations, in order to enable sustainable growth and learning as a brand.
The result? Q-CONNECT® is now equipped to set ambitious goals for their value chain, encompassing assessments and innovations that align with their commitment to sustainable growth.
INTEGRATING SUSTAINABILITY INTO Q-CONNECT®’S DNA
Our responsibility didn’t end with setting goals; it extended to coaching the Q-CONNECT® management team and European members. The mission? Actively integrate sustainability into their business operations and core brand identity. This not only impacts Q-CONNECT® but has far-reaching effects on INTERACTION and all stakeholders involved.
THE MILESTONE: Q-CONNECT®’S CHARTER FOR ECOLOGICAL AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Cojak’s collaboration with Q-CONNECT® culminated in the creation of a transformative charter. This is not just a document; it’s a manifestation of our joint commitment. The Board of Directors fully embraced this charter, recognizing its potential impact on the market.
sharing their impact online: The Q-CONSCIOUS WEBSITE
We designed & developed a Q-CONSCIOUS website so that all European Q-CONNECT’s stakeholders can track their progress, learn all about the driving forces behind their commitment, the strides they have taken so far, and their vision for the future.
THE 3-PHASE BRANDING STRATEGY:
Cojak and Q-CONNECT® designed a comprehensive three-phase branding strategy:
1. Internal Branding Exercise: We ensured sustainability takes center stage in Q-CONNECT®’s long-term brand positioning, fostering uniformity and sustainability in their local and common assortment.
2. Redefining Brand Identity: We played a pivotal role in shaping a solid brand identity, ensuring uniformity in communication and marketing efforts.
3. Marketing Strategy and Communication Campaigns: We collaborated to develop a marketing strategy and communication campaigns for all European members, instilling long-term client commitment and confidence.
“An important part of our sustainability journey will be transparent communication about the ups and downs throughout the process. We want to encourage our customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders, but we also want to learn from them. Optimising the sustainability of a value chain requires a collaborative approach and mutual support. We’re all in this together” – Q-CONNECT®
