WPP PLC 2016 AR2
The report highlights WPP's record-breaking financial and operational performance in 2016, marking its sixth consecutive record year. Key achievements include reaching a net sales margin of 17.4% and reducing its carbon footprint per employee to 1.86 tonnes of CO2e, representing a 45% reduction since 2006. The company also advanced its 'horizontality' strategy through the appointment of 48 Global Client Leaders and increased gender diversity, with women comprising 54% of total employees and 34% of executive leadership. Additionally, WPP made a total social contribution of #42.3 million, including pro bono services and charitable donations.
Company: WPP PLC
Sector: Communication Services
Country: United Kingdom
Year: 2016
Type: AR2
Pages: 250
WPP PLC
Annual Report & Accounts
The report highlights WPP's record-breaking financial and operational performance in 2016, marking its sixth consecutive record year. Key achievements include reaching a net sales margin of 17.4% and reducing its carbon footprint per employee to 1.86 tonnes of CO2e, representing a 45% reduction since 2006. The company also advanced its 'horizontality' strategy through the appointment of 48 Global Client Leaders and increased gender diversity, with women comprising 54% of total employees and 34% of executive leadership. Additionally, WPP made a total social contribution of #42.3 million, including pro bono services and charitable donations.
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Document Details
Report Year
2016
Reporting Period
Jan 1, 2016 - Dec 31, 2016
Fiscal Year
2016
Published
Jun 1, 2017
Type
Annual Report with Sustainability Disclosures
Language
English
Pages
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Standards & Assurance
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Materiality Assessment
Assurance
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Renewable Energy
Women on Board
Women in Management
Employees