Securing cash flow, accelerating impact
Sidetrade stands at the confluence of productivity for businesses and sustainability. Our business goals are now indistinguishable from our commitment to societal well-being.
We’re advancing towards a future where business integrity and environmental responsibility are not just aligned, but intertwined. As a SaaS software vendor, we are privileged to play a role in contributing to the tech industry’s commitment to the goals of the Paris Agreement and the European Union’s ambitions for carbon neutrality by 2050.
Sidetrade CEO Olivier Novasque
Sidetrade’s journey towards sustainability
Sidetrade places great importance on managing its environmental impact from the use of digital technologies and information systems.
We are also committed to reducing the impact of our IT systems by choosing equipment that consumes less and by practicing the circular economy for equipment we no longer use.
Focus on Sidetrade’s carbon footprint
In 2024, Sidetrade analyzed the emissions across its entire operational scope, encompassing France, the UK, Ireland, Canada, and the USA. With a carbon footprint of 2,170 tons of CO2 equivalent for 2023, Sidetrade reduced its emissions by 5% from 2022.
As the company looks ahead, it continues to focus on scope 3 emissions, aligning its efforts with stakeholders’ ecological expectations and strengthening its dedication to environmental preservation.
Drive innovation and invest in talent
People are the heart and soul of Sidetrade and the key to our success, with a workforce comprising 22 different nationalities.
Sidetrade is committed to increasing the proportion of women in its workforce and to act in favor of gender equality by promoting women in Tech and moving towards professional equality. In 2024, Sidetrade’s Gender Equality Index stood at 93/100, according to Egapro Index.
Focus on the Sidetrade Code Academy
Sidetrade supports equal opportunities. Since 2018, our educational program Sidetrade Code Academy has been offering high-level, free training courses with AI job opportunities on offer at graduation. It’s a real springboard for all profiles interested in Tech, even if they have no specific studies in this field!
Discover the inspiring journey of one of Sidetrade Code Academy’s graduates (I took a free, entry-level coding course…and now I’m running it | by Sidetrade Tech Hub | Medium).
Because trust is built on responsibility
Sidetrade cultivates transparent and ethical relationships with all its stakeholders and promotes exemplary professional conduct. These commitments are reflected in our code of conduct which sets out Sidetrade’s internal policy on integrity, fairness, business ethics, loyalty, and transparency. Our customers can also count on the Customer Success team, which supports them throughout their journey with Sidetrade to ensure the best possible experience of our solutions.
Focus on ISO 27001 certification
Information security is at the heart of Sidetrade’s core business. As a leading provider of AI-based SaaS technology, we hold ourselves accountable for maintaining the highest standards in cybersecurity. Sidetrade has obtained ISO 27001 certification across all its locations and processes, underscoring our commitment to implementing best practices in information security and meticulous data management.