What Poliste Is All About
Poliste is a dynamic force in the management consulting world, especially within the for-profit sector, blending participation, moderation, facilitation, inclusion, sustainability, innovation, and impact into everything they do. Since 2003, this organization has been on a mission to develop the potential of organizations and territories through strategic, conscious, and responsible development paths. They’re not just consultants—they’re facilitators, trainers, and experts who help public administrations, businesses, and local actors navigate complexity and build sustainable futures. Their approach? Innovative, integrated methodologies and tools born from deep listening and collaboration. Plus, with their status as a Benefit Corporation and B Corp Certification, Poliste walks the talk when it comes to governance, workers, environment, community, and customers.
The Main Benefits of Partnering with Poliste
Here’s what makes Poliste stand out:
- B Corp Score: An impressive 94.6, reflecting strong commitment to sustainability and impact.
- Comprehensive Services: From strategic consulting and organizational development to participatory design and ESG implementation.
- Specialized Areas: Business innovation, public management, life sciences, agrifood, and European design.
- Unique Partnerships: The only Italian partner of Metaplan® Italia, offering proven methodologies to optimize organizational efficiency.
- Digital Participation: Hosting Decidim, an open-source platform for democratic processes and citizen engagement.
- Training Expertise: Poliste Lab delivers hands-on training in leadership and change management.
Driving Participation and Inclusion
Participation isn’t just a buzzword here—it’s the heartbeat of Poliste’s work. They design and facilitate participatory processes that bring organizations and territories together, ensuring every voice counts. Whether it’s co-programming with social cooperatives or engaging citizens through digital platforms like partecipa.poliste.com, the focus is on creating inclusive spaces where collaboration sparks innovation. This approach helps build communities that are resilient, empowered, and ready to face future challenges head-on.
Innovative Methodologies at Work
Poliste leverages cutting-edge methodologies to serve science and business alike. From the Nominal Group Technique (NGT) to Delphi Analysis, they use structured, accredited methods to measure consensus and synthesize expert opinions. These tools are vital in sectors like healthcare, where multisocietal expert opinions shape projects addressing rare diseases. The Metaplan® methodology, brought to Italy exclusively by Poliste, helps organizations streamline internal processes and unleash team potential. It’s about turning complexity into clarity and action.
Championing Sustainability and Regenerative Models
Sustainability isn’t an add-on; it’s embedded in Poliste’s DNA. They guide organizations on paths toward regenerative business models and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) implementation. This means helping companies not only meet economic goals but also create positive social and environmental impacts. Their work includes supporting organizational mergers to innovate and compete globally, introducing ESG criteria in SMEs, and crafting business development plans that define a sustainable future. It’s about doing well by doing good.
Project Impact and Alignment with SDGs
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – fostering sustainable business innovation and organizational development.
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – promoting advanced methodologies and digital participation tools.
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – supporting territorial development and community-led strategies.
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – guiding ESG implementation and regenerative business models.
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – facilitating collaboration between citizens, businesses, and public administrations.
Stories That Showcase Poliste’s Value
Poliste’s impact is best told through its projects. Take the MAPE Master in European Design, a second-level university program that elevates training quality. Or the Community Led Local Development (CLLD) initiatives that empower participatory local strategies across Sardinia. Their work with GAL Barbagia, Mandrolisai, and Gennargentu weaves futures by engaging local communities. Meanwhile, projects like the inclusion network in Oristano and multisocietal expert opinions on rare diseases highlight how Poliste brings diverse stakeholders together to create meaningful change. These stories aren’t just case studies—they’re proof that thoughtful participation and innovation can transform territories and lives.
