dss+: Carving out a sustainability consulting leader - IMD Business School
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Can dss+ turn rapid growth into lasting advantage?

Following its 2019 carve-out from DuPont, dss+ grew into a global safety and sustainability consultancy, reaching 1,500 people across 41 countries by 2024. Rapid expansion created opportunities but also strategic challenges as client expectations grew. How can dss+ sustain growth while strengthening its competitive advantage?

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