New Research
Impact Data as a Value Driver
Company Perspectives and Practice
This study captures how portfolio companies perceive their impact measurement and management activities and how investors can better support them. Drawing on survey responses from nearly 100 private companies invested in by ICM member funds, the research highlights demand for clearer communication between company leadership and investors, stronger alignment on metrics, and improved data systems that transform reporting obligations into decision useful insights that demonstrate strategic value.
Key findings include:
- 76% of companies that collect impact data say it is valuable to their business. Top uses include goal setting (75%) and understanding customers (70%)
- Companies recognize the business value of impact data, but barriers remain in managing it: 46% lack the time, and 35% lack the funding or resources to fully utilize it
- 87% of companies say additional support from investors is valuable, especially technical assistance or funding for external consultants (44%) and funding to develop or improve internal IMM systems (42%)
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