Social Value Portal

The Open Access TOM System™: Our love letter to Social Value! 💌 Since 2017, we’ve made sure the TOM System is open access for all. This reflects our fundamental belief that every organisation should have the tools to create and measure their impact. Today we’re renewing our vows with the updated Open Access TOM System. It’s a free interactive workbook featuring 30 carefully chosen TOM System Measures which: ✅ Are widely used and proven to be effective ✅ Cover a wide spectrum of Social Value activities ✅ Create a common language for positive impact 💙 Get started today: https://hubs.li/Q036Lpg10 #SocialValue #Impact #TOMSystem

Social Value Model and TOM System™: What’s the difference? With the release of the new Social Value Model, we thought now would be a great time to break down how it differs from the Social Value TOM System™ and how the two work together! 🔹 The Social Value Model is a qualitative framework that helps central government buyers prioritise the right Social Value outcomes in procurement. It guides decision-making but doesn’t track or quantify impact over time. 🔹 The TOM System (Themes, Outcomes, and Measures) is a measurement standard that translates Social Value commitments into tangible, reportable outcomes - expressed in both units (e.g., hours of training provided) and a Social Value £ figure. It’s widely adopted across the public sector and complements the Social Value Model by turning intentions into measurable results. Together, these two approaches help organisations: ✅ Identify priority areas for Social Value ✅ Define the change they want to create ✅ Take action and track the impact over time Want to learn more? In this video, Guy Battle speaks to the Business Reporter about how they work together 🎥 #SocialValue #Procurement #Impact #TOMSystem #SocialValueModel

Heads up! Some of our Social Value experts will be in attendance at Anthropy UK's annual conference next week - a transformative national gathering designed to spark innovation, foster fresh thinking, and drive real change for a better more sustainable Britain. 📅 26 – 28 March 2025 📍 Eden Project, Cornwall Anthropy25 is the place to connect, collaborate, and create impact alongside hundreds of leaders from diverse sectors, with over 200+ sessions, inspiring keynotes, and thought-provoking discussions on a variety of topics, including the future of Social Value in the UK. We’re looking forward to meaningful conversations and new connections—will we see you there? 🎟️ Tickets are still available available! Secure your spot today 👉 https://hubs.li/Q03cg-3j0

🏗️ Social Value and impact are a growing priority for real estate – but how do you actually deliver? What levers can you pull, and what does it involve in in practice? At the recent Social Value Conference, industry leaders shared how they’re making Social Value a reality across the entire real estate lifecycle. 🔹 Ebbsfleet Development Corporation is transforming brownfield land into a thriving, community-first development, already generating £31 million in Social Value. 🔹 WSP’s people-led engineering ensures buildings evolve WITH community needs, delivering £277 million in Social Value in just two years 📖Read the full article to explore: - Real-world case studies - Key lessons on measuring & maximising impact - Practical steps for making Social Value central to real estate ➡️ https://hubs.ly/Q03cgk0Q0 How else can Social Value be brought into the built environment? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️ #SocialValue #RealEstate #SustainableDevelopment #CommunityImpact #ESG

📜"The Procurement Act has been long coming... This is the next big thing." Lorraine Cox FIoL explains how the Procurement Act 2023, along with the the new National Procurement Policy Statement, put Social Value front and centre. 💬 Catch a snippet of Lorraine’s insights in the video — and head to our blog for the full conversation. 👇 Link to the blog in the comments! #ProcurementAct2023 #SocialValue #ResponsibleProcurement #CreatingImpact

Last month at Procurement Act Live, our team saw first-hand how contracting authorities and suppliers are navigating the major changes reshaping public procurement in the UK - especially around Social Value requirements. 📖 Read key takeaways from one of our public sector specialists Amy Hazlehurst, including her advice for both authorities and suppliers: https://hubs.li/Q03bSF8B0 How is your team adapting to the new procurement landscape? Share your thoughts in the comments! ⬇️ #SocialValue #ProcurementAct2023 #Procurement #SocialImpact

The Procurement Act is reshaping the UK’s public procurement landscape, making Social Value a key factor in winning and delivering contracts. Are you ready to navigate these changes? Join our Social Value experts, Sol Tannir and Ashley Morgan, alongside Director of Procurement Adam Sargent from the London Borough of Waltham Forest as they break down what the new regulations mean for procurement teams, bidders, and stakeholders. Key insights: ✅ What’s changing & why it matters ✅ How Social Value is strengthened in public contracts ✅ Actionable advice around premarket engagement ✅ Winning strategies for suppliers under the new framework ✅ Ensuring transparency when it comes to contract management 📅 Register now to stay ahead in the evolving procurement landscape. https://hubs.li/Q03bGLt10 #ProcurementAct2023 #SocialValue #PublicProcurement

In an interview with the Business Reporter, Guy Battle discussed the cross-party roots of the Social Value movement - and how its now embodied in Labour's Five Missions. 💬 Check out the video to hear how the landscape is shifting and what the role of businesses should be. 👇 Want to dive deeper? We've explored this topic further in our latest blog — link in the comments. #SocialValue #PublicSector #LabourFiveMissions #CreatingImpact #SustainableGrowth

Welcome aboard Nick Welby FCIPS! We’re thrilled to have Nick join us as a Non-Executive Director. With a wealth of experience spanning multiple industries, alongside a deep passion for Social Value, Nick brings invaluable expertise to our mission. His strategic insights will play a key role in driving the movement forward and creating lasting impact in communities. #SocialValue #SocialImpact #Procurement #SupplyChain

👷♀️ Building Futures, One Taster Session at a Time👷♀️ International Women’s Day may have passed, but the conversation doesn’t stop here. North West Construction Hub's ‘Have-a-go’ event is all about encouraging young women to explore careers in construction—an industry full of opportunities but still in need of greater diversity. Through hands-on experiences and industry insights, students get a real taste of what’s possible and a positive first impression of a sector where they can truly thrive. 🚧 The demand has been incredible - the next event on 24 April is already fully booked! But that’s a testament to just how much interest there is in reshaping perceptions and opening doors to a more diverse workforce. More of this, please! Let’s keep building a future where talent, not gender, shapes careers in construction. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2024 #WomenInConstruction #FutureBuilders #HaveAGo